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| Customer Service | 514 872-6120 |
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Cross-country skiing
At Parc Jean-Drapeau, close to 7 kilometres of trails are marked off and mechanically maintained by our staff. In fact, every morning our staff makes it their duty to ensure the best possible snow conditions for skiers.
Because of the various trails set up at the Parc, athletes, whether they are beginners or well-seasoned, benefit from a tailor-made experience.
It all makes for an outstanding winter activity!
Île Sainte-Hélène
600 m | Beginner
The ski trail located at Espace 67's amphitheatre is the ideal place to get initiated into this iconic winter sport. Besides being close to all of the services, the trail provides a fantastic view of the Saint Lawrence River and downtown Montréal.
Plaine des Jeux
750 m | Beginner and intermediate
The Plaine des Jeux is the host of a loop where skiers can practice cross-country skiing techniques. And the more experienced cross-country enthusiasts can practice skate-skiing techniques on the edge of the trail. There's no better place to fine-tune your skills and boost your cardio at the same time!
Île Notre-Dame
5 km | Beginner and intermediate
The trail runs along the Olympic Basin and continues on the Route Verte toward the Floralies Gardens' trails, where a wide range of public art works are on display. And lastly, the trek leads skiers toward the start area, where they can redo the loop.
Improve your technique!
An instructor from Ski de fond Montréal will be present on the trails of Île Sainte-Hélène to help you improve.
Schedule
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Today: opened.
January 2026
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February 2026
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| Thursday, January 1 | Closed | |
| Friday, January 2 | Closed | |
| Saturday, January 3 | Closed | |
| Sunday, January 4 | Closed | |
| Monday, January 5 | Closed | |
| Tuesday, January 6 | Closed | |
| Wednesday, January 7 | Closed | |
| Thursday, January 8 | Closed | |
| Friday, January 9 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, January 10 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Sunday, January 11 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, January 12 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, January 13 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, January 14 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Thursday, January 15 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Friday, January 16 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, January 17 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Sunday, January 18 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, January 19 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Thursday, January 22 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Friday, January 23 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, January 24 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Sunday, January 25 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, January 26 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, January 27 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, January 28 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Thursday, January 29 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Friday, January 30 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, January 31 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| February 2026 | ||
| Sunday, February 1 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, February 2 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, February 3 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Thursday, February 5 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Friday, February 6 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, February 7 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Sunday, February 8 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, February 9 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, February 10 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, February 11 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Thursday, February 12 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Friday, February 13 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, February 14 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Sunday, February 15 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, February 16 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, February 18 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Thursday, February 19 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Friday, February 20 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Saturday, February 21 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Sunday, February 22 | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
| Monday, February 23 | Closed | |
| Tuesday, February 24 | Closed | |
| Wednesday, February 25 | Closed | |
| Thursday, February 26 | Closed | |
| Friday, February 27 | Closed | |
| Saturday, February 28 | Closed | |
People who do not have their own equipment can rent it at the rental center when open: schedule and rates
The last departure will be before sunset as there is no lighting in several segments of the proposed routes.
Trails condition
Trails are maintained mechanically.
Île Sainte-Hélène
Accessible
| Condition | Poor |
| Maintenance | Not maintained |
Updated on: January 17, 2026 at 9:15
Plaine des Jeux
Accessible
| Condition | Poor |
| Maintenance | Not maintained |
Updated on: January 16, 2026 at 15:27
Île Notre-Dame
Accessible
| Condition | Poor |
| Maintenance | Traced |
Updated on: January 17, 2026 at 9:12
Rates
| Free |
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The rates shown above do not include parking rates.
- The best way to come to the Parc: active or public transport!
Map
Download the map to make the most of your visit at the parc Jean-Drapeau during your winter activities.
Map of winter facilities January 16, 2026, 1 MB, (French only)
Services
Changing room
Located at the Pavillon de la Tunisie, the heated changing room is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and allows skiers of the Île Notre-Dame trail to put on their equipment.
Equipment rental
Our partner Patin Patin offers a wide range of products and accessories for most of the activities taking place at the Parc.
Restaurants
Hot chocolate, coffee, snacks and meals are offered at the Ste-Hélène Bistro-Terrasse every day.
Warming Refuge
Several warming areas located near the activities will be accessible every day:
| Tent near the ice rinks | 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Playground's chalet | 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Pavillon de la Tunisie | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Le Ste-Hélène Bistro-Terrasse | Schedule |
Restrooms
Toilets, which are located nearby, are accessible at all times.
Information Center
The Parc's staff will be at the information centre during the winter season to answer all your questions.
Photos
Here are a few photos of the cross-country skiing trails, just to give you an overview of the facilities.
Discover the 9 photos of the album!
Learn more
To obtain more details regarding the activity, available services or for any request for information, do not hesitate to contact our staff.
Regulations
Cross-country skiing trail regulations December 10, 2025, 1 MB, (French only)
- Anyone not complying with the regulations is subject to a warning. The Société du parc Jean-Drapeau reserves the right to eject anyone that does not obey the rules or warnings.
- The Société du parc Jean-Drapeau is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.
Mobility
Getting to the Île Sainte-Hélène cross-country ski trail
Here is the exact location of the Île Sainte-Hélène cross-country ski trail at Parc Jean-Drapeau, marked on the map to make getting there easier.
Get directions to the location:
Whether you're coming by subway, bike, car, or even on foot, explore all the ways to get to the Parc.
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