Mont Tremblant Village In The Summer: The Ultimate Guide

Even though Mont Tremblant Village is primarily a ski village in the Laurentians, it’s also the perfect summer destination from Montreal.

Tremblant is close enough to Montreal that you can easily visit on a day trip, but there’s also more than enough to do there in the summer if you’re looking for a weekend getaway.

There’s no shortage of summertime activities in the village from hiking to biking, or even just relaxing by the pool!

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Welcome To Mont Tremblant Village In The Summer

Mont Tremblant Village is less than 2 hours away from Montreal (if there’s no traffic). 

As I mentioned, high season in Tremblant is during winter because of the giant ski hill, which makes the village like the Whistler of Quebec!

But that doesn’t mean you can’t visit Mont Tremblant in the summer months either. In fact, Mont Tremblant Village was my family’s go-to spot for summer family vacations for years!

Top Thing To Do In The Summer: Hike The Mountain

One of the main draws for a trip to Mont Tremblant is the mountain itself (Tremblant) in both the winter and the summer.

In the winter, it attracts countless skiers and snowboarders to the village. 

But during the summer months the mountain plays host to countless hiking paths and scenic look outs. 

Hike To The Top Of Mont Tremblant In The Summer

There are many hiking paths around Mont Tremblant for every level.

You can either hike all the way to the top (but that’s not for the beginner hiker!), or hike to one of the many other vantage points.

Hiking to the top of Mont Tremblant takes about 2 hours…

I recommend Grand Brulé (the red path) on the way up Mont Tremblant in the summer. It’s less direct, so it takes longer, but it’s a lot easier.

If you’re up for the hike down, I recommend Caps (the green path). It’s much more direct, so will take you half the time, but it is much steeper and rockier – so be careful!

See the map of all the hiking trails around the mountain. 

What To Do At The Mountain Summit

On top of incredible views, there are actually a few more activities once you make it to the top of Mont Tremblant.

If you’re not completely drained from the hike up the mountain, you can continue your hike on one of the many hiking trails around the top of the mountain.

There’s also an observation deck for a full 360 degree view of the Laurentian landscape.

Sometimes you might get lucky and you’ll be there when Mont Tremblant Village hosts activities and shows at the top of the mountain, my favourite was always the Birds of Prey Show!

Or perhaps instead of hiking down the mountain, hop on the longest Zipline in Quebec!

And don’t worry about being hungry, there’s a chalet with food, a bathroom, and a place to refill your water bottle!

Alternative Hiking Routes To Take Up Mont Tremblant Summer

If you aren’t up for climbing the entire mountain, you can hike up Ruisseaux (the purple path).

Ruisseaux takes you up to the first “peak“. It honestly has the best view of the village below and it’s where you’ll find the famous giant red chair of Tremblant. This is a fairly easy path to hike as well, perfect for every level!

If you’re up for a bit of a challenge, you can hike up part of Caps. As I said, it’s quite rocky and steep, but there are two viewpoints that are only halfway up.

The first one is a beautiful waterfall. 

The second viewpoint is a bit hidden, as the sign us a bit hidden in the trees making it easy to miss (keep an eye on the right of the trail). If you find it, you’ll emerge from the trees to find a magnificent (and probably private) lookout!

If you can hike with a picnic lunch, it’s the perfect place to set up lunch with a view!

For The Non Hiker: Take The Gondola Up The Mountain Instead

The Gondola up Mont Tremblant isn’t just used in the winter for the ski hill. It’s open all summer long and makes a great option if you aren’t up for a 2 hour hike but still want to explore the summit.

You can opt to take the Gondola both ways, or hike one way and take the gondola the other.

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Other Outdoor Summertime Activities In Tremblant

The summer activities in Mont Tremblant Village don’t just stop at the mountain!

There’s something for everyone in the village, whether you’re very active or the sit by the pool type.

P.S. An easy way to get around the village is to ride the Cabriolet in Tremblant. The Cabriolet is a free chair lift that brings you from the bottom to the top of the hill (or vice versa).

On top of it being a super practical way to get around Mont Tremblant Village, it’s also an exhilarating ride with an overhead view of the entire village… if you can bear to look down!

Activities At The Base Of Mont Tremblant

Just as there are activities at the summit of Mont Tremblant, there are outdoor summer activities at the base of the ski hill.

Over the last few years, Mont Tremblant Village has also put in a few fun family activities, such as the luge, and Tonga Lumina for some nighttime fun with the family!

A ticket for either activity include a chair lift ride halfway up the mountain, so there’s no need to hike up!

Relax At The Beach

A trip to Mont Tremblant in the summer is not complete without a trip to the beach. There are many beaches you can visit in and around Mont Tremblant Village. 

The closest beach to the Village is Parc Plage, it’s a small public beach that you can walk to. But due to it’s proximity, it’s usually the most packed beach also…

If you’re willing to leave the resort town, there are a few other beach options.

Our family favourite was Lac Monroe in the Mont Tremblant National Park (you can also rent canoes and kayaks here!). But it’s a good 45 minute drive from the Village. 

So another (closer) option is Lac Mercier in Old Tremblant Village. It’s a smaller beach, but it’s only about a 10 minute drive outside the resort town (or a 1 hour walk).

Go Golfing In Mont Tremblant

If you aren’t in the mood for water activities, you can opt to play a round of golf.

There are a few golf courses just outside Mont Tremblant Village like Le Géant and Le Diable. 

But if you’re not a golf pro (like myself), there’s a mini-putt course in the village for us rookies at Le Petit Géant.

Biking Around Mont Tremblant Village

If you’re visiting Mont Tremblant in the summer, you’ll want to make sure to bring your bike, or you can rent one.

My all time favourite bike path might is La-Villageoise-de-Mont-Tremblant. It’s an all paved bike path with a lot of hills but will take you from Mont Tremblant Village to Old Tremblant Village.

If you want to continue biking, Old Tremblant Village connects to the P’tit Train du Nord bike path.

Le P’tit Train du Nord is actually part of the old train route that went from Montreal to the Laurention villages (like Tremblant). Now it’s a mostly flat paved bike path going through the Laurentians. 

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Things To Do In Mont Tremblant In Case Of Rain

While summer in Mont Tremblant is an outdoor lovers haven, mother nature isn’t always on our side and it can most definitely be raining during your visit.

Thankfully, there are still some indoor activities to enjoy!

There’s a small movie theater, laser tag, an Escape Room, or go to the virtual reality arcade.

For the more artsy, head to Le Studio Creatif for a relaxing afternoon painting some personalized ceramic keepsakes.

Shopping in Tremblant

A rainy day can also be a shopping day in Tremblant.

The streets are lined with boutique and outdoor equipment shops. There aren’t too many of them, and they’re quite small, but they’ll do nicely if you need to kill a bit of time (or if you forgot anything at home!).

For the most part, the stores are unique to the village, so you won’t find them back in Montreal either. 

Make sure and go to Roots and buy some Roots sweatpants, the true Canadian cozy outfit!

Have Fun At The Indoor AquaClub

In the heart of the village is Brind’O Aquaclub, an indoor swimming pool. 

But it’s more than just a simple pool, there are slides and water games to play. 

I’ll admit, when we used to plan family summer trips to Mont Tremblant Village, I would pray for at least one day of rain just to visit the indoor swimming pool.

If the indoor swimming pool with water slides isn’t your scene, there’s a hot tub, and fitness centre.

And in case the weather clears up, there’s also an outdoor pool. Brind’O Aquaclub is also a good option if you come up for the day and don’t have a hotel pool to enjoy. Now you can relax here after hiking up Mont Tremblant!

Relax At A Spa

The other option if you’re more for a relaxing day is to go to a spa.

The Fairmont and Westin hotels in Tremblant have their own spa, where you can sign up for pedicures, facials, or deep tissues massages..

Or if you’d prefer a Scandinavian Spa with thermal baths, there’s one about a 5 minutes drive outside the village.

Leaving Mont Tremblant Village! Nearby Attractions Not To Miss

Some summer Tremblant activities are just outside the village, you’ll need a car to reach them, but they’re worth it!

Visit Old Mont Tremblant

Old Mont Tremblant Village is exactly what it sounds like, it’s the old village.

Old Mont Tremblant isn’t very large, it’s only about one block of restaurants, but it’s a nice change of scenery (and restaurant options) from the village.

As I mentioned, you have access to the P’tit Train du Nord path to bike and walk along as well as Lac Mercier beach in Old Tremblant.

You can drive here it’s about 10 minutes away but you can also bike (or walk) La-Villageoise-de-Mont-Tremblant to get here.

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Tremblant National Park

If you’re up for a bit of a longer drive, about 45 minutes away is Tremblant National Park. This offers a TON more outdoor adventures for you to explore in the summer. 

Mont Tremblant National Park is huge though, there are actually three sections to the park! From the Village, the closest section is Le Diable.

I recommend driving straight to the Lac Monroe Discovery centre (about 10 minutes even after you’ve entered the park). 

The Discovery Centre is always a good starting point for your day. There’s parking here, an information centre for any questions, clean facilities to use (not outhouse!), and a water fountain.

One of the most popular hikes is La Roche, about a 2 hour loop with a view at the top. La Roche is quite uphill, so for an easier path to the same lookout, you can hike up La Corniche.

If you have your bike, La Boucle-des-Chutes-Croches brings you around Lac Monroe through the forests and leads you to a water fall. It isn’t the easiest ride though with a lot of hills and a gravel and sandy path.

And of course, at the end of a busy day, relax on Lac Monroe beach. If you’re up for it, you can also do some water activities.

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Where To Eat In During the Summer in Mont Tremblant?

Mont Tremblant Village is all about the unique restaurant experience. That means you won’t find many chain restaurants here!

And just like summers in Montreal, it’s all about sitting on the terrace in Tremblant to enjoy that warm weather.

A classic summer dining experience is Le Diablo, a brewpub in the centre of the village with a nice outdoor patio. It’s the perfect spot to relax with a nice cold beer! Plus, they serve delicious burgers.

Another good option, if Le Diable is full, is Casey’s. They’re the go-to American-style restaurant and they serve every food imaginable.

But my all time favourite is Pizzateria, with its good old classic Italian food. They also have a really nice outdoor terrace to sit on in the middle of the Village.

Heads up! Your bill might be a bit higher than you initially expected when dining in Mont Tremblant. On top of Canadian and Québec tax, there’s an additional 15% resort tax that’s tacked on every bill.

Must-Try Canadian Delicacies In Mont Tremblant Village

One of the must-try foods while visiting is, of course, a Beaver Tail (or Queues de Castor, as we call it in Quebec!).

A Beaver Tail is like a flattened donut with your choice of toppings. I always go with the classic hazelnut spread!

Another Québec classic you can try in the Village is Tire sur la Neige (Maple Taffy). Tremblant is one of the few places that you can get this classic Canadian dessert in the summer. Head to the Cabanes a Sucre, they have some snow set up outside all year round. 

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Buying Groceries & Snacks In Tremblant

If you want to pick up a quick snack, or maybe some more water, there’s a general store in the centre of town.

They have everything from food, drinks, and even some pharmaceuticals (in case you forgot to pack any!).

The general store is on the pricey side, so if you are heading up for the weekend, I recommend stopping at one of the groceries stores on the way (about 15 minutes from the village). There’s an IGA, Maxi, and Super C.

And this way you don’t have to risk spoiling your food in a hot car on the drive up.

What To Do At Night In Mont Tremblant Village In The Summer?

There’s no shortage of bars that you can spend the evening at in Tremblant in the summer. As I said, there’s Le Diable and Casey’s, but there’s also Bullseye at the top of the hill!

If clubs are more your style though, Tremblant has you covered, this is the Montreal crowd we”re talking about after all! So sure enough, there are actually two clubs you can party all night at: Le Petit Caribou and Bar Café D’Époque.

Don’t worry about it being empty either. They’re both PACKED, especially on the weekend! Tremblant is the go-to destination for bachelor and bachelorette parties in the summer. It’s also the main hangout for camp counsellors on their day off from the surrounding sleep away camps.

So, let’s just say, it becomes pretty lively at night.

You can also make your way to the Mont Tremblant Village Casino. It’s outside the village, but there’s a free shuttle that will take you there. 

If you’re visiting en famille, there’s also the nighttime hike Tonga Lumina as well.

Mont Tremblant Village Summer Festivals

Tremblant is no stranger to the summer festival scene that Montrealers know and love as well.

The Village hosts different musical and sports events all summer long. In fact, it’s odd to have a quiet weekend in Tremblant in the summer.

My favourite is Tremblant International Blues Fest for 2 weeks every July.

Keep in mind, these festivals will make the village even busier than it already is. It’s always nice to have live music and different events, but it definitely comes at a cost.

See a list of the festivals to see what’s happening when you’re visiting. 

What’s The Deal With Parking At Mont Tremblant?

If you’re staying at a hotel, they’ll most likely have valet parking.

If there isn’t, or you’re just visiting for the day, there are several parking lots around the Village.

There are two large parking lots at the bottom of the hill which are free, except for the front section, which is reserved for valet.

The free lots typically fill up quickly in the summer, and they become paid if there’s a festival during your visit. 

So there are also a few smaller paid lots along Chemin de la Chapelle.

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The Free Mont Tremblant Village Shuttle

There are four free shuttle lines that are available to anyone visiting the Village.

The shuttles stop at all the parking lots throughout the Village and will take you to the surrounding lodging areas.

For example, there’s one to take you to Domaine du Geant, Domaine de la Foret, Domaine Nansen, and Boeralis/ Pure Tremblant/ Pinacle.

There’s also a shuttle that will take you up to the Casino.

Where To Stay In Mont Tremblant In The Summer

There are TONs of options for accommodations while visiting Mont Tremblant Village in the summer. Not only is the Village itself filled with hotels, but there are also places to stay just outside.

The hotels within the village are pricier as you’re paying a premium for the location. Sometimes these hotels will also include activity packages in their price though, so make sure to see what’s included before you book.

If you’re looking to stay outside the village, it’s definitely a bit calmer, especially at night. You’ll want to look for one that offers a free shuttle service to the Village for easy transportation. This way you won’t have to move your car and look for parking when you do want to visit the Village.

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Stay At the Homewood Suites Tremblant

The Homewood Suites is at the top of the hill overlooking the main square.

Sometimes there are events taking place in this square with live music. If you get a room overlooking the square, you’ll be able to watch any event taking place without dealing with the crowds!

You really feel like you’re in the heart of the action when you stay here!

The rooms at the Homewood Suites are quite large as well, some of them are on two levels even! They also give you a full kitchen which is a nice bonus. You don’t ever feel like you’re in a box at the Homewood Suites, like in most hotel rooms.

They also offer complimentary breakfast! See room rates and availability.

Stay At the Manoir Condos

The Manoir Condos is an example of an accommodation that’s outside Mont Tremblant Village, and it’s probably one of my favourite places to stay when I’m visiting.

It’s still in a pretty prime location in my mind, only a 3 minute drive up Chemin des Voyageur to the Village. But if you don’t want to drive, you can take the free shuttle or even walk!

The Manoir Condos are their own private condos, so it’s perfect for families. There are different room sizes and styles to choose from, but they typically come with a full kitchen as well.

I also love the pool here! It’s on three levels, it’s very private, and you really feel like you’re living in the country at the Manoir.

See room rates and availability. 

Stay At The Fairmont Mont Tremblant

The Fairmont is at the top of the hill (in arguably one of the best locations). With the mountain to its left, it’s more private than some of the other locations in the village.

I tend to find the rooms at any Fairmont quite small, and these are no exception. But, it is a Fairmont after all, so you’re met with top quality service. Check availability and room rates.

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What Weather To Expect In Mont Tremblant In The Summer?

The weather in Mont Tremblant Village in the summer is similar to Montreal but typically colder (because now you’re about 2 hours north of the city!).

The hottest months will be July and August.

The main different about the weather in Mont Tremblant Village vs. Montreal in the summer is that it REALLY cools down at night.

There’s a lot less humidity in the Laurentian mountains so it doesn’t stay as hot overnight. The mornings can also be quite cool (depending on how early you wake up!).

So, you really want to make sure to pack some warmer clothes, which brings me to my next topic…

	High (C/F)	Low (C/F)	# of Rainy Days
June	23°C / 73°F	9°C/ 48°F	11
July	25°C/ 77°F	11°C/ 52°F	11
August	25°C/ 77°F	10°C/ 50°F	10

What To Pack For A Summer Vacation To Tremblant?

When going on a trip to Tremblant in the summer, you’ll want to pack a variety of clothes. As I mentioned, the temperature can really cool down overnight in the mountains.

So along with your summer classics make sure to pack a few warmer items as well, like pants, a warm sweater (or even jacket – I love bringing my packable puffer for just in case!). Sometimes I even throw in a lighter hat!

And don’t forget to pack the appropriate attire for any outdoor activities you’re interested in – like the proper biking, hiking, or pool attire!

You’ll also want to bring some bug spray with you – if you think the bugs are bad in Montreal… just wait!

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Don’t Forget To Sit On The Fat Mardis Giant Chair!

Make sure you don’t leave Mont Tremblant Village without taking a picture on the oversized chair! We have a picture from every year we visited, starting from when I was probably five! 

The original chair is wood and it’s from Fat Mardis restaurant in the main square. Now they’ve also placed one just a short walk up the mountain (with a gorgeous view of the village in the background!). 

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