Mountain biking in Gatineau Park

In Gatineau Park, the mountain biking season begins when the trails are dry. It typically runs from mid-May to late November (conditions-dependent).

During this period, 90 kilometres of trails are open to both hikers and mountain bikers. But be prepared! To tackle the Park’s hilly terrain on a bike, you need to be in good shape and have some skill in mountain biking.

For ecological reasons, mountain biking is not allowed on any trails other than those indicated on the Gatineau Park Summer Trails Map.

Thrill-seekers can try mountain biking at Camp Fortune, which opens its ski slopes for biking during the summer. Fees may apply to access these trails.

The following rules are promoted and recognized worldwide by the International Mountain Bicycling Association. They are intended to help ensure the safety of both mountain bikers and hikers and to protect the environment.

• Use only trails that are open for mountain biking. (Note: In Gatineau Park, all biking trails are shared with hikers.)
• Bike only during the specified mountain biking season. During the off-season, the trails are particularly vulnerable to erosion.
• Always yield the right-of-way to hikers.
• Always control your speed, especially on curves and downhill portions of the trail. To avoid accidents, alert other trail users to your presence as you approach to pass them.
• Plan ahead. Know your equipment, your ability and the area in which you are riding, and prepare accordingly.