Ancient forest and spiritual heritage in the heart of nature
In Mayo, nature takes center stage thanks to the La 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 walk 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 accessible on foot, and also by snowshoe in the cold season. Rest stops and rest areas are dotted along the route, and some areas offer scenic viewpoints along the way.
A detour toSt Malachy's Church rounds off the visit nicely. Open all year round, it is home to the Our Lady of Knock shrine and hosts an annual pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady of Knock, which attracts visitors every summer.