Mont-Sainte-Anne

Big vertical over the St. Lawrence, near Quebec City.

A big, steep mountain 40 minutes from Quebec City with long runs on three sides and views over the St. Lawrence River. Night skiing on 19 trails and a large Nordic centre next door. A $100M lift overhaul starts with a new six-seat bubble chair planned for February 2027.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,050 ft

Summit

2,625 ft

Skiable terrain

547 acres

Trails

71

Lifts

9

Average snowfall

209″ a year

Longest run

2.8 mi

Snowmaking

80% of terrain

Terrain mix

• Beginner 21%
• Intermediate 46%
• Advanced 33%

What’s here besides skiing

• Night skiing
• Terrain park
• Snowshoeing
• Cross-country
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasNov 19–Dec 23, 2026 (Thu–Sun, plus Dec 21–23)

  Quebec City German Christmas Market

  Wooden stalls, mulled wine and crafts in Old Québec, 40 minutes away.

• Opening dayLate November (typical)Usually

  Opening weekend

  The season starts when snowmaking allows; check the snow report.

• EventPlanned for February 2027Usually

  L’Évolution Express opens

  A new high-speed six-seat bubble chair replaces L’Express du Sud and La Tortue.

• FestivalFeb 5–14, 2027

  Carnaval de Québec

  Ten days of night parades, ice canoe races, snow sculptures and Bonhomme in Quebec City.

Where to stay

• slopesideDelta Hotels Mont Sainte-Anne

  Large resort hotel at the base of the south side, with its own access to the slopes.

  Slopeside
• hotelFairmont Le Château Frontenac

  The landmark castle hotel in Old Québec, for a city-and-ski trip.

  40 min drive
• innHôtel la Camarine

  Small inn on Boulevard Sainte-Anne below the mountain.

  5 min drive
• hostelAuberge Internationale de Québec

  Big, budget-friendly hostel inside the walls of Old Québec.

  40 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Mont-Sainte-Anne Cross Country Ski Centre · 10 min drive

  Large Sépaq-run network of classic and skate trails in the forest behind the mountain.

• Snowshoe trails

  Marked snowshoe routes on the mountain.

• Sanctuaire Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré · 10 min drive

  Huge basilica and pilgrimage site on the river road.

• Hôtel de Glace · 50 min drive

  Quebec’s ice hotel, rebuilt each winter at Valcartier. Tours run roughly January to March.

• Strøm spa nordique Vieux-Québec · 35 min drive

  Nordic baths and saunas on the riverfront below Old Québec.

Après and nightlife

• La Chouette resto-bar

  Bistro menu and drinks in the main lodge, looking out at the lit night-skiing slopes.

• Des Beaux Prés Microbrasserie

  Local brewpub on the river road, 10 minutes from the base.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Québec City Jean Lesage International (YQB) · about 45 min drive
• Quebec City · about 0.75 hr
• Montreal · about 3 hr
• Boston · about 7 hr

Directions in Google Maps