Family biking: 8 easy, car-free trails in Quebec

For a first real bike ride with kids, nothing beats a flat trail far from cars. Here are eight easy spots, from Montreal to Lévis.

In short: the flat trails of Îles-de-Boucherville, across from Montreal; the Parcours des Anses in Lévis, rated "very easy", with a view of Quebec City; the P'tit Train du Nord, which runs through Rivière-du-Nord Park in Saint-Jérôme.

Greater Montreal

1. Îles-de-Boucherville National Park

Bike on flat trails from island to island, in the middle of the river. You can spot white-tailed deer.

• 55 Île Sainte-Marguerite, Boucherville
• Free for ages 17 and under
• See the listing

2. Bernard-Landry Park

A pond, a bike path, walking trails and disc golf with free disc loans.

• 5 Avenue Crochet, Laval
• See the listing

3. Écorécréo at the Old Port

Quadricycle rentals for family rides along the promenade with little ones, plus bikes.

• Jacques-Cartier Pier, Montreal
• See the listing

4. Oka National Park

Bike in the national park closest to Montreal, then swim at the beach.

• Chemin d'Oka (Route 344), Oka
• See the listing

Laurentians

5. Rivière-du-Nord Regional Park

An 8.5 km stretch of the P'tit Train du Nord, the Laurentians' big bike trail, runs through the park. A splash pad to cool off afterwards.

• 750 Chemin de la Rivière-du-Nord, Saint-Jérôme
• See the listing

Eastern Townships

6. Yamaska National Park

Biking, swimming and boating around a large reservoir, right next to Granby.

• 1780 David-Bouchard Boulevard, Roxton Pond
• See the listing

7. Mont-Orford National Park

Bike rentals on site, with a beach and lakes for a full day.

• 3321 Chemin du Parc, Orford
• See the listing

Quebec City area

8. Parcours des Anses

A paved riverside path, almost flat, rated "very easy", with a magnificent view of Quebec City. Rest stops and cafés along the way.

• Recommended start: Parc de la rivière Etchemin, Lévis (free parking)
• Free
• See the listing

Our tips

• Helmets for everyone, and check tire pressure before you go.
• For little ones, a trailer or a trail-a-bike lets you go farther.
• Bring snacks and water: little legs tire quickly.

Frequently asked questions

Where can families bike near Montreal?

At Îles-de-Boucherville on flat trails, Bernard-Landry Park in Laval or Oka National Park.

Which bike path near Quebec City suits kids?

The Parcours des Anses in Lévis, rated "very easy", along the river.

Can we rent a family bike in Montreal?

Yes, Écorécréo rents quadricycles and bikes at the Old Port.

Information checked on October 13, 2026. Prices, hours and conditions may change: confirm with each place before you go.