Alfred Kelly Nature Reserve

We completed the Paradise Lake Loop which is a moderate hike that took us approx 8km to complete. While completing this hike please be aware that there is a fair few steps, and some difficult terrain such as it being muddy in some areas. The views when you make it up to the hill is very pretty to see, we really loved the stunning lake! This hike is mostly shaded but still be sun smart and bring bug spray too! The parking here is good, it can get quite busy, but it is free and accessible.

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Great option for hiking only 45min from the city (with no traffic). There’s several trails, not that east to navigate but it’s pretty busy so there’s people to ask around. Don’t need to reserve or pay fee to enter. There’s free parking at the base on the street. It’s an intermediate hike, lots of rocks and slopes going up/down. A nice lake to see and views from the top.

Lovely nature park with trails of intermediate difficulty. Beautiful waterfall and lake. Be prepared for changes in elevation. I would recommend wearing hiking boots or other good shoes for climbing/outdoor activity. It is a pretty wild trail and not the easiest to navigate - infrequent map signage, but there are trailhead markers. There are also some nice signs about the local wildlife with QR codes.
You may want to park at the parking lot next to "Entrée Alfred Kelly Nature Reserve" on Rue de la Station. We visited in mid-April, so there was still plenty of snow covering the forest and paths. The initial climb at the Entrée is steep and slippery when wet/snowy. The back entrance near Mnt Sauvage (where Google Maps brought me) also has a steep and wet descent, but not quite as laborous as the Entrée in my experience. The rear entrance is also closer to Lac Paradis. Parking is limited on the streets. Lovely park for birdwatching.

Beautiful place, easy-moderate hike, make sure you don't go from des falaises entrance you will not find a parking.

Beautiful place. Free parking and free admission. Hiking is not for beginners as there are some rocky areas and steep incline/decline. If you are looking for a scenic one hour hike the trail around the lake is beautiful.
The website says there is 16km of trails so the park is quite big. There are beautiful views from the mountain, aswell as a another lake with a beaver dam. Very scenic park, dogs and bikes are prohibited.

Wonderful place, so beautiful and nice for relaxing or just for walking

I moved to Piedmont last year and discovered the trail a kilometer from my house, adjacent to Mont Olympia ski hill in Quebec. For months I hiked one section, but recently discovered it is an 8 km trail. Mostly well marked. Pretty easy day hike, or less than an hour 3.7 km loop from old train Station near the highway 117, around lac Paradis. Opportunities for some beautiful pictures.

Beautiful place, scenic hike with great views. We arrived there too late in the afternoon and did not get to the enjoy the sunset as much as we would've loved to, so will definitely be back!

There's no "welcome area", nor parking lot. You park on the side of the road. Is surrounded by private properties so make sure you're not blocking someone's access. The trail begins on a narrow spot between two properties and goes downhill (you'll have to walk around 100mts from your parking spot to find it). Is a wonderful place to hike and disconnect. The trail around the lake is easy -a few exposed roots and some rocks- but you'll love it. However, is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. You can do a longer trail that climbs to the mountain but it was closed at the time. A true hidden jewell. Will certainly return.

Beautiful park with lots of wildlife! There are convenience stores, restaurants, and an ice cream shop located nearby, all within walking distance. Went hiking as a group and thoroughly enjoyed how conveniently located this place was.

They have beginner trails to advanced trails! My experience was incredible and competitive !! I definition slept well after that epic and gorgeous hike !! ~

amazing place for hiking. similar as Mont st hilaire, it's free parking without entrance fee.

Very nice hiking spot, moderately hard but very enjoyable. Takes you to a nice hidden lake. Free of charge. Micro brasserie at the base of the trail, a nice little bonus.

Beautiful hike. Hikers are respectful, no garbage found. Beautiful birds to see.

A great place for an intermediate level hike. Crampons recommended for a winter hike.

Went skiing for the first time there and loved it. The tracks are well maintained.

Beautiful park for a weekend walk, no dogs allowed and free parking. Perfect for a 2 hours cardio walk

Easy track, beautiful lake view, and parking available

Beautiful reserve with a big lake. We encountered a few small animals, and there are fishes in the lake. Hike was moderate, not super hard nor super easy. Lots of other hikers, mostly couples, and some families with children. Dogs aren’t allowed, and the entrance is free.

If you park on the side of the Place du P’tit train du Nord, parking is free, but you can only park up to 3h there. However on the other side of the street, in the parking in front of Souvlaki 7, the parking is also free and - I think - without limit.

The only downside is that indication of the trails is not super obvious, but it was easy to figure out where to go to go back to the parking area.

Nice little hike with two mountains to climb