Family skiing: 10 Quebec resorts for learning and progressing
For a first ski season, there is no need to aim for the biggest mountain: a small family hill close to home makes learning more fun. Here are ten Quebec resorts, from small hills near Montreal to big destinations.
In short: to start near Montreal, Ski Saint-Bruno; for a family hill, Vallée Bleue or Chantecler; to ski after school, Le Relais or Bromont and their night skiing.
Small hills for beginners
1. Ski Saint-Bruno
The closest ski hill to Montreal, perfect for a few-hour outing. Rentals on site and free parking.
- 550, rang des Vingt-Cinq Est, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville
- See the listing
2. Ski Vallée Bleue
It calls itself the family ski hill of the Laurentians, with lessons for all levels.
- 1418, chemin Vallée Bleue, Val-David
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3. Ski Chantecler
A small, relaxed hill in the heart of Sainte-Adèle, popular with beginners.
- 432, chemin du Mont Loup-Garou, Sainte-Adèle
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4. Sommet Gabriel
A human-scale Sommets mountain less than an hour from Montreal.
- 1501, chemin du Mont-Gabriel, Sainte-Adèle
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For night skiing
5. Centre de ski Le Relais
28 of its 33 runs are lit at night, 20 minutes from Quebec City, with a ski school.
- 1084, boulevard du Lac, Lac-Beauport
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6. Bromont, montagne d'expériences
About a hundred lit runs for night skiing in the Eastern Townships.
- 150, rue Champlain, Bromont
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7. Sommet Saint-Sauveur
The best-known resort in the Laurentians, with night skiing and snow tubing.
- 655, chemin Louis-Dufour, Saint-Sauveur
- See the listing
Big destinations
8. Station touristique Val Saint-Côme
61 runs, two terrain parks and an indoor play area for kids.
- 501, rue Val Saint-Côme, Saint-Côme
- See the listing
9. Station Mont Tremblant
More than a hundred runs and a lively village with skating, tubing and childcare.
- 1000, chemin des Voyageurs, Mont-Tremblant
- See the listing
10. Mont-Sainte-Anne
The big Côte-de-Beaupré resort, with night skiing and runs for everyone.
- 2000, boulevard Beau Pré, Beaupré
- See the listing
Frequently asked questions
At what age can kids start skiing?
The minimum age for lessons varies from one ski school to another: check it on each resort's website before signing up your child.
Which resort near Montreal is best for beginners?
Ski Saint-Bruno is the closest. In the Laurentians, Vallée Bleue, Chantecler and Sommet Gabriel are good choices for beginners.
Where can families ski at night?
At Le Relais near Quebec City, Bromont, Sommet Saint-Sauveur, Val Saint-Côme and Mont-Sainte-Anne.
Information checked on October 12, 2026. Prices and hours may change: confirm with each place before you go.
