Jean-Larose falls
Located at the foot of Mont-Sainte-Anne, discover the beautiful Jean-Larose falls. Composed of 3 wondrous cascading falls of different heights (12, 19 and 41 meters high), this magnificent watershed digs its way thrugh rock to end its course in beautiful bassins. To get there, nothing more simple: cross the 360 route (in front of Mont-Sainte-Anne) and follow the directions. The trail that will lead you there is fully layed out, stairs will direct you to the base of the fall. Although you will have to walk down (and back up again!) 400 steps to get there, know that 2 resting areas with view on the fall are there to cut the run in half should you need it.
The Jean-Larose trail
It is possible to prolong your adventure by hiking the Jean-Larose trail. It boasts 8 halts where you can discover different geomorphological aspects of the terrain ! this trail is also a unique chance to observe wildlife in its natural habitat: more than 70 species of birds have been reported, along with different types of amphibians and reptiles. Also, if you are lucky, you might get to spot a fox, a hare or even a deer crossing…!
Mestachibo trail
The reference in Canyoning, the Jean Larose falls are also the starting point of the Mestachibo trail, a 12 km hike that will lead you to the Saint-Férréol-les-Neiges church. Following the course of the Sainte-Anne du Nord river during most of its path, the Mestachibo trail will give you access to breathtaking views and allow you to discover a mature forest of spruces, pines and tuya trees as weel as many interesting rock formations.
During your hike, you will cross 2 hanging bridges (70 meters) and will certainly want to stop at the 2 view points (unbelievable view on the Sainte-Anne canyon and river). Opened in 2002, the Mestachibo trail is a unique chance to explore natural and rugged territory, until then inaccessible.