Le Baluchon Éco-villégiature occupies a vast forest estate in Mauricie, midway between Montreal and Quebec City. Four inns, chalets, lofts, a river, 35 km of trails and multiple dining spaces make up a property designed around the landscape and its resources, with a deliberate eco-resort philosophy.

Why stay here

Le Baluchon is not simply a hotel set in the forest: it is an estate integrated into the Maurician landscape, where buildings are constructed with wood sourced from the surrounding lands and guided by slow design principles. The 90-room capacity spread across four inns, complemented by chalets and lofts, welcomes couples, families and small groups without compromising the site's character.

The other distinction lies in summer and winter complementarity. The estate operates year-round, with a range of activities renewed by season, and complimentary equipment lending that simplifies arrival: no need to transport snowshoes, kayaks or bikes.

Spirit of place

The layout rests on local materials and spatial design that welcomes light and forest. Common areas, opened onto the landscape by expansive windows, extend this logic. The site combines river, meadows, trails and forested zones: you move on foot or by bike between accommodations, spa, the round-log sugar shack and the eco-café Au bout du Monde.

Accommodations

The four inns total 90 rooms, their design drawing on Maurician territorial codes: local wood, natural palette, restrained furnishings. For greater independence, the estate offers several chalets and lofts deep in the forest, suited to families, couples or small groups. Capacities vary by unit. Access is by car, with complimentary parking and free electric charging stations on-site.

Dining and services

The main dining room serves Quebec terroir cuisine focused on regional products. This is complemented by several additional venues:

• Éco-café Au bout du Monde for bistro-style meals
• A round-log sugar shack, open for convivial moments
• A dedicated event reception room

For wellness, the estate features a health spa with treatments, a Nordic spa set on the riverbanks, indoor and outdoor pools, and an outdoor yoga platform overlooking the water.

Land activities

• Hiking on 35 km of forest trails
• Mountain biking
• Horseback riding and nature walks
• Tennis, volleyball, pétanque, archery, horseshoes
• Winter: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, tubing

Water activities

• Canoeing and kayaking on the river and estate waterways
• Riverside fishing
• Swimming in indoor and outdoor pools by season

A designed pathway leads to Trembles Falls, a natural landmark of the estate.

Location

The estate is located in the municipality of Saint-Paulin, in Mauricie, midway between Montreal and Quebec City. The immediate surroundings alternate between meadows, forests, valleys and waterways.

Address: 3550, chemin des Trembles, Saint-Paulin (Quebec) J0K 3G0.

Access is by road, approximately 20 minutes from Highway 40, with dedicated signage from major routes. Complimentary parking and free electric charging stations available.

When to visit

Le Baluchon is a year-round destination, with two very distinct peak periods.

• Summer (June to September): hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, outdoor yoga and riverside Nordic spa. The most complete period to enjoy the estate's outdoor offerings.
• Winter (December to March): cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, tubing, and the sugar shack experience in its natural setting.
• Fall (late September–October): Maurician forest colors, quiet trails, ideal for contemplative hikes.
• Spring: transition season, quieter, ideal for wellness and restoration.

Combine with the region

Le Baluchon fits naturally into a broader Quebec itinerary. For an urban stopover in Montreal before or after your forest stay, Alt Griffintown or Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth offer two distinctly different experiences. Toward Charlevoix, Hôtel Germain Charlevoix continues the terroir and nature spirit. For another forest immersion in Quebec, Canopée Lit offers treetop accommodations.

Plan your stay

Le Baluchon fits into a Quebec circuit focused on nature, terroir and wellness, complementing urban stays in Montreal and Quebec City. To build your custom itinerary, explore our Canada journeys.