FAQs / Rules + Etiquette

FAQs

1. How do I purchase a Seasons Pass or Day Pass?

Two types of passes are purchased through our Online Shop only. Once purchased, a link will be sent. Please download as proof of pass/payment. Purchases on site through a QR Link are available at our Main Entrance.

2. Where is the Laurentian House Entrance?

Our Main Entrance is 31 ch de Barkmere, *Side Entrance, Arundel, QC. Please follow Laurentian House signage.

Please see our Homepage for additional highway directions.

3. When are the trails open?

Trails access is daily from 8 am - 4 pm through the Winter 2024-2025 season.

4. Are your trails groomed?

The trails will be groomed, however, no formal tracks will be set. Over time, once established, tracks naturally occur for guests.

5. Can I walk or hike the trails in the winter?

Unfortunately no. Walking makes the surface uneven and hardens the trail base, creating conditions that can be dangerous for skiers.

6. How many kilometres of terrain are the trails of Laurentian House?

Over 20 km of trails are available for exploring by skiing or snowshoeing.

7. Can I bring my dog?

On a trial basis this season, we will be allowing dogs to accompany their owners on the trail. Please clean up after your pooch.

8. Is there a bathroom on site?

There is no winter bathroom facility on the property.

9. Can I explore the Laurentian House Outbuildings?

The Outbuildings are closed during the Winter season, with the exception of Special Events. Exploring the barns without our permission is not allowed, and will result in a forfeiture of your Winter Pass.

10. Do you rent snowshoes and/or cross country skis?

We do not rent any equipment to guests. Please come prepared with your own.

11. Are snowmobiles and ATVs allowed on the trails?

It is forbidden to bring snowmobiles and ATVs onto the Laurentian House property. Only authorised staff may do so.

Rules + Etiquette 

  1. Be courteous and helpful to fellow skiers.

  2. No ATV, Fat Bike, or Walking during Winter season.

  3. Downhill skiers have the right of way • Slower skiers should yield the track for faster skiers • Keep to the right when meeting oncoming skiers • Keep clear of the track when not skiing • Don’t stop at the bottom of hills or on blind intersections•

  4. Please leave it as you found it. Carry out all rubbish.

  5. Snowshoe on leveled trail, NOT on ski tracks

  6. Respect RESPECT PRIVATE PROPERTY - USE DESIGNATED TRAILS

  7. STAY ON DESIGNATED TRAILS ONLY! FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF ACCESS PRIVILEGES.