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Backcountry Skiing in Quebec

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mhuddy_22
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Wanting to do some touring in Quebec this year. I have a couple of questions to ask.


1. To get to the Chic Chocs where is the closest place to fly in to? Also how far would it be?

2. Any good guides that I should contact?

3. Where else should I check out?
Nov 25 2014 11:18PM
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corona
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Quebec City is probably the best bet to fly into. 4-5 hour drive from there.

Also the north shore past Massif apparently has some sick backcountry with tons of snow.

and don't be fooled by it being east coast, bring avy gear.
Nov 25 2014 11:26PM
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corona
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also if you're looking to stay in the ski-in cabins in Gaspe either book ahead or have a backup plan, they fill up fast.
Nov 25 2014 11:28PM
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mhuddy_22
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VinnieFQuebec City is probably the best bet to fly into. 4-5 hour drive from there.

Also the north shore past Massif apparently has some sick backcountry with tons of snow.

and don't be fooled by it being east coast, bring avy gear.



Thanks!! +K
Nov 25 2014 11:30PM
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corona
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Just asked and apparently the place to check out is the Mont Valin area on the north shore.
Nov 25 2014 11:36PM
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Heart
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I'm not sure if this is remotely legal, but the waterfall outside of Quebec city has this open face right next to it:



I visited in the summer and all I could think about was how awesome it would be to hit on skis.
Nov 25 2014 11:38PM
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perryhunter
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Sorry, but I am not that familiar with Quebec. The only place that I'd been to is here, mostly on my ski vacation trip.
Nov 25 2014 11:43PM
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Charles_Grant
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perryhunterSorry, but I am not that familiar with Quebec. The only place that I'd been to is here, mostly on my ski vacation trip.


thanks very much for the input. i am sure the OP will find it very informative.
Nov 26 2014 9:01AM
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J-C
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Check out Stoneham it's around 30-45 minutes from Quebec city and apparently there is some good snow if you go touring around
Nov 26 2014 5:16PM
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