Enjoy the fall colors in Laval

Article updated on September 19, 2023

Fall is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to enjoy some beautiful days outdoors. At this time of year, the Tourisme Laval team invites Tourisme Laval to take a detour to the region’s green spaces. Hiking there is a great way to burn off some energy while enjoying the crisp, fresh fall air.

The Nature Center

Unique to Laval, the Centre de la nature is a large 50-hectare urban park. In every season, it’s the perfect spot for nature lovers who enjoy beautiful scenery and family activities. In the fall, the colors are breathtaking, and the weather is still pleasant for a picnic with family, a romantic outing, or even with friends.

Rivière-des-Mille-Îles Park

Located in Sainte-Rose, the Rivière-des-Mille-Îles Park features a peaceful walking trail for exploring the fall flora and fauna. This is the Owl Trail, which runs along the river from the Garrot bank to the Baigneurs bank.

Papineau Woods

Located in the heart of Duvernay, theBois Papineau is of remarkable beauty. Just by setting foot in this wooded area makes us forget that we are in the centre of the third largest city in Quebec. This wooded area has a great characteristic: it is a beech forest, which means that the beech is predominant. Also, this two-hundred-year-old wooded area is home to a very diversified ecosystem, which makes hiking all the more captivating. The hiking trails allow visitors to walk easily through the woods. There is even a cottage and restrooms available for walkers. Located at 3235 Saint-Martin Boulevard East, Papineau Woods is well worth a visit.

Bernard-Landry Park

Crossed by the Route Verte, Bernard-Landry Park,located along the Rivière des Prairies, offers an impressive number of walking trails. Spanning 30 hectares, the park features an ecological interpretive trail. Along the 32 information stations, visitors of all ages will learn more about the role citizens play in protecting natural environments.

The riverbanks of Laval 

Surrounded by water, Laval offers beautiful riverbanks where you can admire the fall colors. Take a stroll along the riverbank while enjoying a good cup of coffee at Berge des Baigneurs, stop for a picnic, or soak up some last-minute sunshine.

We hope you have a wonderful hike!