Winter group activities in the Laurentians
Winter outings near Mont-Tremblant for your group
Winter paintball in Arundel, a snowmobile outing or a guided experience: compare five ideas in the Laurentians. For a day at Fort Ouest, book your game and then arrange a restaurant stop around its seasonal opening.
Choose your winter outing
Which winter activities suit a group near Tremblant?
Compare winter paintball in Arundel, snowmobile rentals in the Mont-Tremblant area and dog sledding in Nominingue. Travel time, participant requirements and the amount of time outdoors differ.
Winter paintball · Arundel
Choose two hours of play or a full day at Fort Ouest. Add 20–45 minutes for preparation, plus travel from your lodging. Ages 10–11 need a parent playing; minors aged 12+ need parental consent.
For a team day, confirm the headcount, equipment and playing format. Fort Ouest’s year-round formats and rules.
Plan winter paintballSnowmobiling · Mont-Tremblant area
Défi Sport lists three-hour, full-day and multi-day rentals, with an optional guide. Drivers must be 21 or older with a valid licence; the published passenger minimum height is 1.35 m.
Confirm machines, fuel, clothing and the deposit for your party. Défi Sport’s rental conditions (French).
Compare snowmobile rental detailsDog sledding · Nominingue
Alaskan Aventure’s departure point is in Nominingue, about 65 km or one hour from Tremblant Resort according to the operator. Its experience includes about one hour on the trail plus time with the dogs and preparation.
Confirm the total visit time, ages and sled arrangements. Alaskan Aventure’s location and experience (French).
Plan the dog-sledding outingThese operator details were checked on . Confirm your date, English-language instructions and weather terms before booking. Allow extra time for winter roads. For other seasons, see the Tremblant group activity comparison.
Five winter activity ideas
Choose an outing, then confirm the details with its provider
Paintball, forest discovery or a snowmobile outing: each activity page identifies its operator and the next step to arrange your booking.
Fort Ouest
Winter paintball
Choose two hours of play or a full day, plus about 20–45 minutes of preparation. Beginners are welcome; check inclusions, ages and availability with Fort Ouest.
Plan winter paintballOption Nature
Wilderness survival training
Practical training to build knowledge and work together in a winter environment. Confirm the date, location, course content and preparation directly with Option Nature.
Explore the trainingAlaskan Aventure
Dog sledding
An option for groups interested in a winter experience with sled dogs. Contact the operator to confirm availability before travelling.
Check this optionDéfi Sport
Snowmobile rental
Compare three-hour, full-day and multi-day rentals in the greater Mont-Tremblant area, with a guide available as an option. Confirm the current formats and conditions directly with Défi Sport.
View rental optionsAventure Nord Québec Organisation
Guided snowmobile expeditions
Long-distance guided itineraries with travel arrangements that depend on the expedition selected. Compare routes and confirm what is included with the operator.
Compare expeditionsA winter visit beyond the ski slopes
What can you do in Mont-Tremblant without skiing?
Build a winter day around snowshoeing, a walk, an indoor game or one of the outdoor adventures above. For couples, families and mixed groups of skiers and non-skiers, agree on a meeting place and a meal time before choosing separate activities.
Snowshoeing at Domaine Saint-Bernard
Domaine Saint-Bernard lists snowshoeing among its winter activities in Mont-Tremblant. It offers a nature-focused alternative to a ski day, with the route chosen around your party's fitness and the conditions.
Before setting out: check open trails, admission, equipment availability and the departure address. Arrange transport from your lodging; do not assume the activity starts in the resort village.
Check Domaine Saint-Bernard's winter optionsA winter walk in the national park
Sépaq describes a groomed winter walking route from the Discovery Centre to Lac Lauzon in the La Diable sector: a six-kilometre round trip. Choose it only if that distance and the day's conditions suit everyone.
Allow for: the drive to the park, access fees, walking time and daylight. Check the current trail notice and required footwear before leaving.
See Sépaq's winter hiking informationA village visit with an indoor activity
For less time outside, combine a short visit to the pedestrian village with Mission Liberté escape games or Mission Laser. Our Tremblant guide compares the venues, age requirements and arrangements for larger groups.
If others are skiing: agree on where and when to meet afterwards. Book the indoor activity for your actual party size and leave time for arrival and instructions.
Compare the indoor optionsAdditional winter destination information checked on using Domaine Saint-Bernard and Sépaq's official pages linked above. Consult each destination's current conditions and access information before travelling.
Choose with the right information
Plan your date, equipment and travel
Tell the operator your group size and participant ages, then plan transport and breaks around your chosen activity.
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Confirm opening and availability
Check that your chosen activity is available on your date and that conditions allow it to operate.
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Ask how to prepare
Confirm clothing, arrival time, expected duration and what equipment is provided.
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Keep some flexibility
Discuss alternatives if conditions require the operator to change the outing.
Your group day in Arundel
Book the game, then arrange a warm break
For winter paintball at Fort Ouest, choose two hours of play or a full day. Add about 20–45 minutes for check-in, equipment and the safety briefing, plus travel from your accommodation.
Admission includes a mask, marker and game supervision; paintballs and optional protective clothing cost extra. Compare current winter prices and inclusions before choosing your group’s equipment.
Book the start time first, then call Fort Ouest to arrange any meal. A morning game may fit with a noon food stop when restaurant service is confirmed. Check the seasonal hours below before planning your schedule.
Check paintball availabilityA food stop in Arundel
Fort Ouest’s winter restaurant and snowmobile stop
77, chemin de la Montagne, Arundel, Québec, J0T 1A0
Fort Ouest’s restaurant begins its snowmobile season when Club de Motoneige Diable et Rouge opens the trails. Service then runs Thursday through Monday, noon to 5 p.m. It is closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Enjoy a warm break with a fireplace, hot drinks and the winter menu. Evening visits may be arranged by calling ahead and receiving confirmation. For groups of eight or more, contact the team in advance to organize food and service.
Before a snowmobile outing, check trail conditions with the club. For a guided trip, ask your operator whether the stop fits the route. Restaurant service is arranged separately from activity bookings.
Call to plan your stop: 819-687-9721Availability can change
The season helps you choose. The provider confirms.
Fort Ouest offers winter paintball according to its availability. Option Nature provides wilderness survival training. Alaskan Aventure, Défi Sport, Aventure Nord Québec and Option Nature are independent operators; departures, conditions and bookings are confirmed directly with them.
- Every activity identifies the business that offers it.
- Dates and conditions are confirmed with the provider.
- Booking takes place directly with the right provider.
Frequently asked questions
Booking, clothing and a warm food stop
Are these activities available every day in winter?
No. Dates depend on conditions, the schedule and the provider. Read the activity details and obtain direct confirmation before travelling.
What should we wear?
Preparation depends on the temperature and activity. Ask the provider for its current clothing recommendations and a list of supplied equipment.
Can winter conditions postpone an activity?
Yes. Winter conditions can affect a departure. The responsible provider confirms any decision and the terms that apply to your booking.
How do we book winter paintball at Fort Ouest?
Choose your date and start time through Fort Ouest paintball reservations. Admission and extras are explained on its paintball page. If your preferred time is not listed, call 819-687-9721. Add 20–45 minutes of preparation to your chosen playing time.
When can we eat at Fort Ouest’s winter restaurant stop?
The restaurant’s snowmobile season begins when Club de Motoneige Diable et Rouge opens the trails. Service then runs Thursday through Monday, noon to 5 p.m. Evening opening may be arranged by calling ahead and receiving confirmation. Contact Fort Ouest for groups of eight or more; meals are arranged separately from paintball.
Continue your search
Has your group chosen paintball?
Check availability directly with Fort Ouest. To add a meal, confirm restaurant service separately with the team.