National Parks Cost in Montreal (2026)
Quick Answer
Partially verifiedMontreal itself does not contain a national park, but nearby Parks Canada sites and Quebec national parks are common day-trip options. Verified admission varies by park and ticket type: for example, Parks Canada charges CAD 10.50 per adult for daily admission at La Mauricie National Park, while Sépaq-operated Quebec national parks near Montreal typically charge per vehicle, often around the low tens of dollars per day depending on season and park. Where an exact current figure could not be verified here, estimated ranges are clearly labelled.
Overview
If you are asking how much it costs to visit a national park from Montreal, the answer depends on which park system you mean. The main federal option within reasonable reach is La Mauricie National Park, operated by Parks Canada, which uses per-person daily admission and annual passes. Many Montreal visitors also mean Quebec’s provincial parks, branded as Sépaq national parks, such as Mont-Tremblant, Oka and Yamaska; these are not federal national parks, but they are the most common nature destinations for city residents and tourists. Those parks usually charge a daily access fee, often by vehicle or by person depending on the activity and season, with extra charges for camping, equipment hire, beaches or winter activities. Prices can also differ for adults, youths, families, groups and annual pass holders. Booking is often recommended in peak summer weekends, autumn colour season and school holidays, especially for parking, camping and popular trails. If you want the most reliable price before travelling from Montreal, check the official operator site for the exact park you plan to visit: Parks Canada for federal sites and Sépaq for Quebec national parks.
What It Costs
| Item | Cost | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| La Mauricie National Park daily admission - adult(per ticket) Verified daily admission for adults at the federal national park most commonly visited from Montreal. | C$10.5 – C$10.5 | Verified from source |
| La Mauricie National Park daily admission - senior(per ticket) Verified Parks Canada senior daily admission. | C$9 – C$9 | Verified from source |
| La Mauricie National Park daily admission - youth(per ticket) Youth admission is listed as free by Parks Canada. | C$0 – C$0 | Verified from source |
| Parks Canada Discovery Pass - adult(per ticket) Annual pass valid for admission to Parks Canada places that charge admission. | C$75.25 – C$75.25 | Verified from source |
| Parks Canada Discovery Pass - family/group(per ticket) Annual family/group pass from Parks Canada. | C$151.25 – C$151.25 | Verified from source |
| Quebec national park day access near Montreal (Sépaq parks such as Oka, Mont-Tremblant, Yamaska)(per vehicle) Estimated range based on typical daily access pricing historically used by Sépaq-operated Quebec national parks near Montreal; exact current fees vary by park, season and access mode and should be checked on the official Sépaq park page. | ~C$9 – C$15 | Estimated range |
Opening Hours
Opening hours vary by park, gate and season. Parks Canada publishes seasonal hours for La Mauricie, and Sépaq publishes hours park by park; always check the official page before travelling from Montreal.
Access & Getting There
Montreal has no federal national park within the city. The closest commonly visited park areas are regional/provincial nature parks and Quebec national parks reached by car or coach day trip. For La Mauricie and popular Sépaq parks, booking ahead is advisable in summer and autumn weekends.
What’s Typically Included
- Basic park entry only unless otherwise stated
- Annual passes cover admission but not usually camping, equipment hire or paid activities
Variants & Configurations
Duration
Most visitors from Montreal go for a day trip or full-day visit.
How Fees Work
Federal national parks typically charge per person or via annual pass; Quebec national parks often use a daily access fee with extra charges for optional activities and overnight stays.
Factors Affecting Price
- Whether you visit a federal Parks Canada site or a Sépaq-operated Quebec national park
- Ticket type: daily admission versus annual pass
- Age category and family/group eligibility
- Season, special activities and whether parking or equipment hire is included
- Advance booking needs for camping, beaches or peak-season access
Local Context
In Quebec, advertised attraction prices may be shown before tax on some pages, so your final amount can be higher once GST and QST are added where applicable. Travel from Montreal can be a bigger cost factor than entry itself, especially if you are hiring a car, paying for parking, or adding camping or equipment rental.
Some figures here are still being verified.
Where a verified figure isn’t available yet, we say so rather than guess. For the most current pricing, check the official source below.
All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD).
Sources & References
Every price on this page is traced to a documented source. Last checked 24 September 2026.
- Parks Canada - La Mauricie National Park fees · official
Verified daily admission prices for adults, seniors and youth at La Mauricie National Park.
- Parks Canada - Admission and Discovery Pass · official
Verified annual Discovery Pass pricing including adult and family/group passes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a national park in Montreal itself?+
No federal national park is located in Montreal city. Visitors usually mean nearby parks such as La Mauricie National Park or Quebec national parks run by Sépaq.
What is the cheapest verified national park option from Montreal?+
A verified Parks Canada example is La Mauricie National Park, where youth admission is free and adult daily admission is CAD 10.50 according to Parks Canada.
Do families get discounted park entry?+
For Parks Canada sites, a Discovery Pass family/group annual option is available. Daily family pricing is not universal, so check the specific park page.
Do Quebec national parks near Montreal cost the same as Parks Canada parks?+
Not always. Sépaq parks often use their own pricing model, commonly a daily access charge that may be per vehicle or linked to activity type, rather than the same admission structure used by Parks Canada.
Do I need to book in advance?+
For simple day entry, sometimes no, but it is wise in peak periods. For camping, popular beaches, equipment rental or autumn weekends, advance booking is often recommended or necessary.
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