Hicking
Discover the nicest places to walk in Sherbrooke, in beautifully natural urban settings.
Mont Bellevue Park
819 570-5640
Two mountains in the heart of the city , 25 kilometers of trails on 202 hectare.
- Mont Bellevue: 327 meters high (1,073 feet)
- John S. Bourque Mountain: 370 meters high (1,214 feet)
The city of Sherbrooke, the University of Sherbrooke, and the Mont Bellevue Park Coalition, welcome all lovers of the outdoors to come and enjoy this exceptional natural site, close to the heart of downtown. Two parking lots allow access to the trails: one on Dunant Street, the other on Druillettes Street (the Antonio Pinard Chalet). Enjoy hiking, birdwatching, downhill and cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing, according to the season. In hiking areas where dogs are allowed, dogs must be leashed. Chemical toilets are available in the main parking lot near the Antonio Pinard Chalet.
Johnville Bog and Forest Park
819 569-9388
Town of Cookshire-Eaton, The Johnville Woodland Conservation Corporation.
Only a few miles away from Lennoxville, the Johnville Bog and Forest Park, owned by the city of Sherbrooke, offers a protected area of 224 hectares of land for those seeking a tranquil setting for a walk in the woods.
During summer, walk the 4 km of trails enhanced with interpretive panels. In winter, 8.8 km of trails are available for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, bringing you through stands of white spruce or red pines. The site’s ecosystem is a rarity in this region, and its ecological diversity is remarkable. From Sherbrooke, take Route 108 east, then turn right onto Route 251, and travel south to Johnville. Once in the village, turn left on the North Road and continue for a little over a half a mile. No admission fee. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
Most favourite sites
Bois Beckett : 6,1 km
The Bois Beckett trails are a green oasis in the heart of the city. The 6.1 kilometers of marked trails are perfect for all levels of walkers. Trails begin on Beckett Street, where the Jacques Cartier Boulevard ends (north). On-street parking.
Boisé Lucien-Blanchard : 6 km
Wooded trails along the Magog River. A peaceful retreat in the center of the city. Free parking on Cabana Street.
Base de plein air André Nadeau : 3,5 km
4 circuits, varying from 1.5 to 5.3 kilometers, for a total of 11.5 kilometers. Begin on the Chemin Blanchette; free parking.
Promenade du lac-des-Nations : 3,5 km
Multi-use, 3.5-kilometer trail circling the lake, perfect for walkers, cyclists, and skaters. Parking available at the Jacques-Cartier Park and at the north end of Richmond Street, near the Tourist Information Bureau (designated spots).
Marais Réal-D.Carbonneau : 2 km
Explore the only wetland area accessible to Sherbrooke: 2 kilometers of trails, part of which are boardwalks. Begin on St. François North Street. Free parking.
Gorge de la Magog : 1,5 km
In the downtown core, the paths of the Gorge allow you to discover the birthplace of Sherbrooke as an industrial center. Parking on Abenaqui Street or on Richmond Street in the designated spots near the Tourist Information Bureau.
Guided Hiking Service
Les Sentiers de l’Estrie
5182, boulevard Bourque
819 864-6314
www.lessentiersdelestrie.qc.ca
Camping in the wild
The Golden Stream, an Amerindian Village
André Nadeau Outdoor Recreational Center
5302, chemin Blanchette
819 864-1907 (voice mail)
The Indian Village is a new tourist and recreational experience at the André Nadeau Outdoor Recreational Center, just right for adventure-seekers wanting to camp in the wild. With ten 16-foot or 18-foot teepees, each offering shelter for 4 to 6 campers, the Indian Village, located near the Magog River blue corridor network and the Grandes-Fourches green corridor network, provides convenient night-time lodging to adventurers during a cycling or boating trip. In addition, the Village allows guests to explore Native American culture and to become familiar with native communities, particularly the Abenaqui nation, which used this same waterway to travel to the Saint Francis River years ago. Lodging packages are available for both summer and winter camping.
Golf
Sherbrooke Golf Club (18 holes)
1000, rue Musset
819 563-4987, 819 346-GOLF
LongChamp Golf Club (18 holes)
3455, rue du Fer-Droit
819 563-9899
Venise Golf Club (36 holes)
1519, chemin de la Rivière
819 864-9891
Milby Golf Club (18 holes)
2200, chemin Bowers (route 147)
819 562-4260
Old Lennoxville Golf Club (9 holes)
19, chemin du Golf
819 562-4922
Executive golf courses or Par 3s
Prince of Wales Golf and Tennis Club (18 holes)
2549, chemin des Écossais
819 573-5535
Estrie Golf Club (18 holes)
2690, chemin des Écossais
819 562-4128
Golf Les Bosquets (2 9-hole golf courses)
825, chemin Saint-Roch, highway 10, exit 133
819 565-2266
Miniature Golf
Jacques Cartier Park Miniature Golf
819 560-4275, 819 822-6043
Enter via Marchant Street
Multi-golf Fleurimont
1641, chemin Duplessis
819 829-1866
Indoor golf, open year-round
Golf Horizons
900, boulevard Bourque, Magog
819 868-4040
Sport Centers
University of Sherbrooke Sports Center
2500, boulevard de l’Université
819 821-7575
John-H.-Price Sports Center
Université Bishop’s, 2600, rue College
819 822-9600, ext. 2666
Sherbrooke College Sports Center
355, rue du Cégep
819 564-6360, ext. 273
Rock Forest Recreational Center
5265, rue de Gaspé
819 564-8001
Tennis Courts
University of Sherbrooke Sports Center
2500, boulevard de l’Université
819 821-7575
Sherbrooke College Sports Center
355, rue du Cégep
819 564-6360
John-H- Price Sports Center
Université Bishop’s, 2600, rue College
819 822-9600, ext. 2666
Rock Forest Recreational Center (indoor only)
5265, rue de Gaspé
819 564-8001
Rollerblade Rentals
MoMo Sports
530, rue Jean-Paul-Perrault
819 822-3077
Pool
Bistro 24 Juin enr.
1056, 12e Avenue Nord
819 820-0625
Bar La Virée
128, rue Wellington Sud
819 562-1564
Le Liverpool (Bar)
28, rue Wellington Sud
819 822-3724
Salon de quilles Alpha
4450, boulevard Bourque
819 348-4450
Salon du billard
1239, rue Denault
819 564-6571
Salon de quilles Fleurimont
1201, 12e Avenue Nord
819 823-1201
Salon de quilles Sher-Mont
1245, rue King Est
819 346-1245
Bingo
Bingo Abénaquis
55, rue des Abénaquis
819 573-0299
Salon du bingo Le Baron
3200, rue King Ouest
819 565-7727
Bowling
Salle de quilles de l’Estrie
2299, rue King Ouest
819 569-7353
Salon de quilles Alpha
4450, boulevard Bourque
819 348-4450
Salon de quilles Fleurimont
1201, 12e Avenue Nord
819 823-1201
Salon de quilles Jeannot
435, rue King Est
819 562-3730
Salon de quilles Sher-Mont
1245, rue King Est
819 346-1245
Salon de quilles du Centre communautaire de loisir Sherbrooke
1010, rue Fairmount
819 821-5601
Off-Track Horse Race Betting Parlor
Hippo Club Sherbrooke (Complexe Le Baron)
3200, rue King Ouest
819 566-2444
Race Track
Saint-Élie-d’Orford Airport
9327, chemin de Saint-Élie
Fishing
The Magog River offers an exceptional setting for fishing with its 16 pools and easy access from the riverside trail netwook. You are assured great fishing because of the regular restocking of fish. Since 1979, an average 10 000 rainbow and brown trout are restocked every year. River maps are available at the Maison de l’Eau or at the tourism bureau office. Downtown sector (2 pools), Maurice-Gingues bridge secto (8 pools) Saint-Roch sector (6 pools).
Karting
Karting Orford
980, boulevard Bourque, exit 123 highway 10, Magog
819 868-9996 or toll free 1 877 377-6376
4-season outdoor track
Motorbiking - rentals
Évasion Hors-Piste
5020, boulevard Industriel
819 821-3595
