Ancient Forest and Spiritual Heritage in the Heart of Nature
In Mayo, nature takes center stage thanks to the Forêt la Blanche Ecological Reserve, a protected area that preserves one of the last old-growth forests in southern Quebec—often described as one of the oldest forests in eastern North America. Here, you can hike among impressive trees, some of which are over 400 years old, in an environment renowned for its near-pristine condition.
To explore this gem, the reserve offers approximately 12 to 12.5 km of trails that are accessible on foot and, during the winter, on snowshoes. Rest stops and resting areas are dotted along the route, and certain sections offer scenic viewpoints along the way.
A detour to theSt. Malachy’s Church is a great way to round out the visit. Open year-round, this place of worship is home to the Our Lady of Knock Shrine and hosts an annual pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady of Knock, which draws visitors every summer.