Schedule
Opening hours
Visitors Pavilion : 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Trails : 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hiking
25 km of trails is yours to discover. Please make sure to follow instructions, rules and do not use closed trails.
Bird watching
The Société d’ornithologie de la Vallée du Richelieu (SOVDR) is a partner of Gault Nature Reserve
Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing
Snowshoeing is allowed only on designated trails. During the winter, snowshoers and hikers use the same trails. Off-trails is not permited at all time. Hikers, do not walk on the ski trails. Skiing is not allowed outside the official ski network.
Trails
COVID-19 : CODE OF ETHICS ON THE TRAILS
EMERGENCY : 911 or McGill security : 514 398-3000.
One-way trails
Due to the one-way nature of some trails, you will be required to complete the entire circuit. Please ensure you are properly prepared before using the trail.
Some trails are now one-way only, please refer to the trail map.
- See below the trail map.
- Click here to download the trail map.
Two-way trails
On two-way trails, hikers coming uphill have the right of way.
Please obey one-way travel on the trails.
- Keep right, pass left. Be predictable! Call out when passing. If you want to pass, clearly and politely communicate your plans to other users so that they have time to react.
At the summit
- Do not gather in groups at the summit. Always keep a distance of at least 2 metres from other people.
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Daily fees (taxes inc.)
Starting August 3, the day pass must be purchased on line .
| Categories | Fees |
|---|---|
| Child (0 to 17 years old) | Free |
| Adult | $8 |
DAY PASS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Starting August 3 2020 :
Day pass must be purchased online.
Reservations are required for day pass visitors only. Visitors must book according to the times lots available and prior their visit.
The day pass is valid exclusively on the date and time selected during your purchase. The day pass allows you to stay at the Reserve until closure.
Visitors must check in within the two hours of their time slot. After that time, the reservation is forfeited.
Access will be denied if the day pass holder does not arrive within the allocated time slot.
The day pass cannot be used to skip the queue but do guarantee access. The day pass does not guarantee a parking space.
Always bring a copy of your online reservation with you for proof of payment as patrollers will be checking documentation.
Once a booking has been made, modifications are not permitted. * The sale is final, no credit, exchange, or refund.
*If we close our facilities due to circumstances beyond our control, no refund or credit will be issued. The day pass will be honoured in accordance with the Reserve.
Annual card fees (taxes inc.)
| ANNUAL CARD | REGULAR RATE | CITOYEN* RATE |
|---|---|---|
| 18-64 years old | $79 | $71 |
| 65 + | $67 | $60 |
Click here for the Terms of Use of the Annual Card
”Carte citoyen” category : Through an agreement with the City of Mont-Saint-Hilaire, the residents of Mont-Saint-Hilaire, will receive a 10% discount when showing their Carte citoyen or a residence proof. That discount is offered only in person at the Visitors Pavilion.
Equipment rental fees
No equipement rental at this moment.
School Groups
No groups are allowed.
Rules
COVID-19: GUIDELINES AND SAFETY MEASURES
Every individual has their part to play to reduce the risk of spreading viruses.
SAFETY MEASURES
If you are sick, please protect others by staying home and not visiting the Reserve until you are well. Please stay home if:
- You have any of these symptoms: cough, fever, difficulty breathing, sudden loss of smell; OR
- You have been out of the country in the last two weeks; OR
- You are in contact with someone who has COVID-19
INSTRUCTIONS
- Sanitize your hands often: bring your hand sanitizer.
- Maintain a physical distance of at least 2 metres from others, including in parking lots and trail entrances.
- Please bring back your waste.
- Do not move picnic tables.
The Reserve will review, on an ongoing basis, the services offered based on the level of risk and the directives of public health organizations.
Thank you for your support and cooperation.
RULES
Some activities are incompatible with our goal of protecting the ecological integrity of the Reserve so that it can be appreciated by future generations. The following restrictions therefore apply throughout the Reserve, and to visitors from the University as well as the general public. Special permissions are approved by the Reserve direction only. Visitors shall NOT:
- Feed, disturb, trap or hunt animals
- Collect plants or minerals
- Release any animals or introduce any plants
- Camp or build campfires
- Open any new trails or make shortcuts along existing trails
- Operate snowmobiles or other vehicles
- Operate motorcycles or bicycles
- Ride horses
- Walk dogs or other animals, with the exception of guide dogs
- Swim, wade, boat or fish on Lac Hertel
- Hang glide, climbing or orienteering activities
- Play ball
- Skiing offtrails
- Hiking after closing time
- Smoking
- Listening to music without headphones
- Operate a drone
Quality survey :activities and trails
For any comments or suggestions related to outdoor activities, you can fill this survey.
