Welcome message / riding in the province of Quebec
Publié : août 22, 2002, 1:34 pm
Welcome to all english speaking people!
I've set up this forum just for you so that you may exchange information about riding in the beautiful province of Quebec ... ATV's paradise! Trails in Quebec are maintained by 126 clubs with a total of 40,000 members. More that 10,000 km (6,000 miles) of winter trails and 7,000 km (4,200 miles) of summer trails are reserved for ATVs.
For outside riders, here are some important informations to make your rides more enjoyable. Trails are for three wheelers and four wheelers only. No dirt bikes or ORV allowed.
Helmet, a liability insurance of $500,000 CN, headlights, a trail pass, a valid US or Canadian registration for the ATV are required.
If your ATV is a 98 model or more, a rear-view mirror, a brake light and a speedometer are also mandatory. Your ATV should have a standard muffler, performance mufflers (FMF, etc) are not allowed.
Tire chains are prohibited and are not usefull, all 4-seasons trails are well groomed, so traction is not a problem. Hot grips and a windshield are nice features when riding in winter, where the best trails are available.
Trail passes cost $100 CN for a full year, Nov 1st to October 31st and is valid all over Quebec. You can also get a daily pass for $25 CN. When renting an ATV, the trail pass is usually provided with the vehicle.
You must be 16 or older to drive an ATV in the trails. If you are 14 or 15, you must first take a course from the federation and have a valid MOPED license (small sections of trails are on roads).
Riding double isn't discouraged. In fact, most utility machines that you see will have a rear seat on the rack. BUT! Riding double is subject to a fine if you don't have the right equipment. A molded rear seat with footpegs for the passenger are a must and the only way to go if riding with a passenger.
Speed is limited to 50 kmh (30 mph) in the trails. Most trails are 10 feet wide to accomodate incoming ATVs.
Fuel stops are usually available, but when riding after hours or on Sundays in remote areas, you should carry an extra can of gas, just in case.
The language barrier is not a problem as about 50% of the local population are bilingual. The trails are well marked, using symbols. ATV trails are marked with blue post to make them apart from snowmobile trails which are marked with red posts.
Trail passes and maps are available from most ATV dealers and restaurants / gas station where a trail goes. You can also view trail maps on www.quadnet2.com, click on Cartes sentier, then the region.
I've set up this forum just for you so that you may exchange information about riding in the beautiful province of Quebec ... ATV's paradise! Trails in Quebec are maintained by 126 clubs with a total of 40,000 members. More that 10,000 km (6,000 miles) of winter trails and 7,000 km (4,200 miles) of summer trails are reserved for ATVs.
For outside riders, here are some important informations to make your rides more enjoyable. Trails are for three wheelers and four wheelers only. No dirt bikes or ORV allowed.
Helmet, a liability insurance of $500,000 CN, headlights, a trail pass, a valid US or Canadian registration for the ATV are required.
If your ATV is a 98 model or more, a rear-view mirror, a brake light and a speedometer are also mandatory. Your ATV should have a standard muffler, performance mufflers (FMF, etc) are not allowed.
Tire chains are prohibited and are not usefull, all 4-seasons trails are well groomed, so traction is not a problem. Hot grips and a windshield are nice features when riding in winter, where the best trails are available.
Trail passes cost $100 CN for a full year, Nov 1st to October 31st and is valid all over Quebec. You can also get a daily pass for $25 CN. When renting an ATV, the trail pass is usually provided with the vehicle.
You must be 16 or older to drive an ATV in the trails. If you are 14 or 15, you must first take a course from the federation and have a valid MOPED license (small sections of trails are on roads).
Riding double isn't discouraged. In fact, most utility machines that you see will have a rear seat on the rack. BUT! Riding double is subject to a fine if you don't have the right equipment. A molded rear seat with footpegs for the passenger are a must and the only way to go if riding with a passenger.
Speed is limited to 50 kmh (30 mph) in the trails. Most trails are 10 feet wide to accomodate incoming ATVs.
Fuel stops are usually available, but when riding after hours or on Sundays in remote areas, you should carry an extra can of gas, just in case.
The language barrier is not a problem as about 50% of the local population are bilingual. The trails are well marked, using symbols. ATV trails are marked with blue post to make them apart from snowmobile trails which are marked with red posts.
Trail passes and maps are available from most ATV dealers and restaurants / gas station where a trail goes. You can also view trail maps on www.quadnet2.com, click on Cartes sentier, then the region.