Best

Peaks Overall

The rank-order of Quebec ski resorts we’ve been to based on overall mountain experience.

#1 in Quebec

Le Massif de Charlevoix

Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, QC

MOUNTAIN SCORE

  
    +   Pros

Extraordinary footprint overlooking St. Lawrence River
Competitive vertical drop
Exceptional glade terrain
Reasonable crowds
High-speed lifts

  
    –   Cons

Much more difficult to reach than other Northeast ski resorts
Lower-mountain terrain reliability
Limited lodging

While it isn’t the most consistent ski area in the East, this Quebec resort’s otherworldly river views, reasonable crowds, and strong terrain allow it to stand out considerably versus anything else within thousands of miles of it.

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#2 in Quebec

Tremblant

Mont-Tremblant, QC

MOUNTAIN SCORE

  
    +   Pros

Terrain diversity
Ease of navigation
Modern lift infrastructure
Spectacular base village

  
    –   Cons

Frigid temperatures
Crowd flow on busy days

This busy, frigid resort offers a well-rounded East Coast experience and spectacular base village.

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#3 in Quebec

Mont-Sainte-Anne

Beaupré, QC

MOUNTAIN SCORE

  
    +   Pros

Terrain diversity
Fast lifts
St. Lawrence River views
Available night skiing
Value

  
    –   Cons

Much more difficult to reach than other Northeast ski resorts
Some navigational challenges, especially around the summit
Some frontside snow reliability issues

While its northern location may dissuade some from visiting, this Quebec resort’s broad diversity and high-quality terrain make it a standout option versus other East Coast ski resorts.

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#4 in Quebec

Owl's Head

Mansonville, QC

MOUNTAIN SCORE

  
    +   Pros

Excellent views of Lake Memphremagog
Non-existent crowds
Simple layout served almost entirely by high-speed lifts

  
    –   Cons

Small size
Lack of facilities beyond base lodge
Lower snow totals than nearby resorts in Northern Vermont

This Eastern Township Quebec mountain offers great views, reliable snowmaking, and affordable lift tickets, all wrapped in a low-key, uncrowded setting.

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#5 in Quebec

Mont Sutton

Sutton, QC

MOUNTAIN SCORE

  
    +   Pros

Exceptional glade footprint
Terrain diversity for a range of abilities
Unique Eastern Canadian charm
Value

  
    –   Cons

Outdated lift infrastructure
Limited lodging
Short vertical drop, even for the Northeast
Early-season reliability of glade terrain

Despite outdated lifts, a remote location, and a modest vertical drop, this southern Quebec resort’s glade terrain and lower-than-average crowds make it a unique option for an East Coast ski vacation.

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#6 in Quebec

Mont Orford

Orford, QC

MOUNTAIN SCORE

  
    +   Pros

Low crowds and local feel
Technical glade terrain
Lift ticket value

  
    –   Cons

Small size
Variable quality of conditions
Mostly slow lifts

While this Eastern Township Quebec ski area becomes a legitimate expert’s playground when conditions allow, its small size and variable conditions hurt its overall appeal.

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