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We are a small vineyard and winery, situated about an hour west of Ottawa-Gatineau in scenic West Quebec. We live on the site of a historical fruit farm from the 40's, where today heritage blackberries and grapes still grow. After visiting some Quebec & Ontario Wineries years ago, we were intrigued by the variety and quality of products available, and dreamed of growing this farm into something special and unique. We've added raspberries and table grapes fresh for picking, and over 5600 grapevines which we now turn into wine each autumn.
Family oriented, our winery has a space to showcase art, to entertain, and also to allow us the privilege of featuring a plethora of other local product and goods. If you are inspired by nature, love meeting new people, love rural life, enjoy sourcing amazingly delicious local products and wine (of course), Little Red Wagon Winery is the place for you!
16 locals recommend
Little Red Wagon Winery / Vignoble Petit Chariot Rouge
165 Chem. de Calumet OWe are a small vineyard and winery, situated about an hour west of Ottawa-Gatineau in scenic West Quebec. We live on the site of a historical fruit farm from the 40's, where today heritage blackberries and grapes still grow. After visiting some Quebec & Ontario Wineries years ago, we were intrigued by the variety and quality of products available, and dreamed of growing this farm into something special and unique. We've added raspberries and table grapes fresh for picking, and over 5600 grapevines which we now turn into wine each autumn.
Family oriented, our winery has a space to showcase art, to entertain, and also to allow us the privilege of featuring a plethora of other local product and goods. If you are inspired by nature, love meeting new people, love rural life, enjoy sourcing amazingly delicious local products and wine (of course), Little Red Wagon Winery is the place for you!
Brauwerk Hoffman epitomizes everything that our beautiful area has to offer.
We showcase local ingredients from the Pontiac to create a unique experience from dining to beer production.
Our Haus made german-inspired menu is made with locally grown Pontiac harvested ingredients most of which come from our very own gardens behind the brewery.
Reservation recommended, call 1-613-732-0388
Our restaurant is open:
Thursday Closed - from 12:00 – 8:00 pm. Starting soon.
Friday 12 to 8 PM
Saturday 12 to 8 PM
8 locals recommend
Brauwerk Hoffman
1298 QC-148Brauwerk Hoffman epitomizes everything that our beautiful area has to offer.
We showcase local ingredients from the Pontiac to create a unique experience from dining to beer production.
Our Haus made german-inspired menu is made with locally grown Pontiac harvested ingredients most of which come from our very own gardens behind the brewery.
Reservation recommended, call 1-613-732-0388
Our restaurant is open:
Thursday Closed - from 12:00 – 8:00 pm. Starting soon.
Friday 12 to 8 PM
Saturday 12 to 8 PM
Located in a 1940s building in the heart of Fort-Coulonge, Café Downtown offers a menu made with local products and featuring pizza, soups, sandwiches, gourmet platters, pastries and more. Enjoy the quality coffees or discover the wide selection of microbrewery beers. The café’s welcoming atmosphere and rustic charm make it ideal for taking a break or enjoying a live musical performance by a guest artist.
535 Baume St., Fort-Coulonge (Québec), Canada
8 locals recommend
Café Downtown
535 Rue BaumeLocated in a 1940s building in the heart of Fort-Coulonge, Café Downtown offers a menu made with local products and featuring pizza, soups, sandwiches, gourmet platters, pastries and more. Enjoy the quality coffees or discover the wide selection of microbrewery beers. The café’s welcoming atmosphere and rustic charm make it ideal for taking a break or enjoying a live musical performance by a guest artist.
535 Baume St., Fort-Coulonge (Québec), Canada
Authentic Thai cuisine
Beau Yawapan, In Yawapan and Dan Wintle are the owners of the Pontiac's only Thai restaurant, Chez In. The trio started off in the region's markets and after overwhelming demand for their food, they opened the restaurant in 2017.
They have been awarded many awards by the Readers' Choice Journal.
9 locals recommend
Chez In
391 QC-148Authentic Thai cuisine
Beau Yawapan, In Yawapan and Dan Wintle are the owners of the Pontiac's only Thai restaurant, Chez In. The trio started off in the region's markets and after overwhelming demand for their food, they opened the restaurant in 2017.
They have been awarded many awards by the Readers' Choice Journal.
Our family first arrived in the township of Bristol, then a frontier of agricultural settlement, in the 1840s. Since that time, we have been active in the community as farmers, teachers, and entrepreneurs. In 2003, we saw an opportunity in a new industry that would combine all of our talents: agritourism built around Western Quebec’s first cidery, based at the historic Coronation Hall.
Coronation Hall was built in the early 1930s as the MacDougall Dance Hall, but renamed for the coronation of George VI in 1937. We rescued this iconic building in 2003, and in 2008 opened the first commercial cidery in the region.
9 locals recommend
Cidrerie Coronation Hall Cider Mills
206 Chem. RiverOur family first arrived in the township of Bristol, then a frontier of agricultural settlement, in the 1840s. Since that time, we have been active in the community as farmers, teachers, and entrepreneurs. In 2003, we saw an opportunity in a new industry that would combine all of our talents: agritourism built around Western Quebec’s first cidery, based at the historic Coronation Hall.
Coronation Hall was built in the early 1930s as the MacDougall Dance Hall, but renamed for the coronation of George VI in 1937. We rescued this iconic building in 2003, and in 2008 opened the first commercial cidery in the region.
Whether you feel like casual dining while hanging out on the terrace and playing games at the bar in Charlies Roadhouse, exclusive fine dining in our traditional Blue Room, or a scrumptious Sunday Buffet Brunch all of Pine Lodge's menus emphasize high quality ingredients, expertly crafted, and great service in every dish that leaves our kitchen.
16 locals recommend
Pine Lodge
6 Chem. de Pine LodgeWhether you feel like casual dining while hanging out on the terrace and playing games at the bar in Charlies Roadhouse, exclusive fine dining in our traditional Blue Room, or a scrumptious Sunday Buffet Brunch all of Pine Lodge's menus emphasize high quality ingredients, expertly crafted, and great service in every dish that leaves our kitchen.
Activities
Riding Lessons, Day Camps, Boarding and Equine Assisted Learning Programs.
Whether you are new to the sport, or seeking to improve your skills, we will help you achieve your riding goals in a friendly, and supportive environment.
Come and join our barn family, a fun group of riders all sharing the same passion and love for horses!
Painted Hilltop Farm
130 Chemin du Rang ARiding Lessons, Day Camps, Boarding and Equine Assisted Learning Programs.
Whether you are new to the sport, or seeking to improve your skills, we will help you achieve your riding goals in a friendly, and supportive environment.
Come and join our barn family, a fun group of riders all sharing the same passion and love for horses!
First, the Ottawa River is the best rafting river in Canada! It offers a “2 for 1”; it splits into two main channels and each one runs alongside each other and offers very high quality rapids. When the water is high, we take the “Middle” section as it offers more rapids. When the water goes down, we take the “Main” one because it becomes the most interesting Rafting option.
Did you know that we are envied around the world to be able to raft on the Ottawa River? This river is known for its warm water! Join us in mid-June and you will already feel the magic of being in the water in complete comfort … and this from mid-June to mid-September.
If you come to see the river in April or May, we will lend you free wetsuits to keep you warm.
Our company and our activities are accredited by the AEQ (Aventure Écotourisme Québec), a professional association in the adventure tourism sector. This association demands rigorous criteria for the inclusion of its members. We are proud to be members of the AEQ. Click on the logo to learn more about this association.
8 locals recommend
Rafting Momentum
1041 QC-148First, the Ottawa River is the best rafting river in Canada! It offers a “2 for 1”; it splits into two main channels and each one runs alongside each other and offers very high quality rapids. When the water is high, we take the “Middle” section as it offers more rapids. When the water goes down, we take the “Main” one because it becomes the most interesting Rafting option.
Did you know that we are envied around the world to be able to raft on the Ottawa River? This river is known for its warm water! Join us in mid-June and you will already feel the magic of being in the water in complete comfort … and this from mid-June to mid-September.
If you come to see the river in April or May, we will lend you free wetsuits to keep you warm.
Our company and our activities are accredited by the AEQ (Aventure Écotourisme Québec), a professional association in the adventure tourism sector. This association demands rigorous criteria for the inclusion of its members. We are proud to be members of the AEQ. Click on the logo to learn more about this association.
Fishing, Swimming, Hiking and more...
Trout and bass are in abundance on Leslie Lake. Guests are free to explore the lake using paddle boats, canoes and kayaks, all of which can be rented at the park.
A 1,800 foot supervised, sandy beach is a great spot to play and swim.
Four kilometers of hiking trails provide a scenic walk around Moore Lake.The trail is also accessible to those wishing to cycle.
Parc Leslie
460 Chem. BelmontFishing, Swimming, Hiking and more...
Trout and bass are in abundance on Leslie Lake. Guests are free to explore the lake using paddle boats, canoes and kayaks, all of which can be rented at the park.
A 1,800 foot supervised, sandy beach is a great spot to play and swim.
Four kilometers of hiking trails provide a scenic walk around Moore Lake.The trail is also accessible to those wishing to cycle.
The Coulonge Chutes is a non-profit recreation park and historical exhibition area. Its main attraction is the 42 meters high Grandes Chutes waterfall of the Coulonge River and 100 meters long cement log slide.
Adventure
With zip lines, obstacle courses, via ferrata, and more, Chutes Coulonge is your destination for adventure.
Via Ferrata Packages
This exciting activity is the only of its kind in the region and one of the few in Canada. Located in the Canyon of the Coulonge River, it consists of a climb/walk along the canyon’s rock face, using cables and anchor points to help you progress along the way.
27 locals recommend
Parc des Chutes Coulonge
100 Prom. Du-Parc-des-ChutesThe Coulonge Chutes is a non-profit recreation park and historical exhibition area. Its main attraction is the 42 meters high Grandes Chutes waterfall of the Coulonge River and 100 meters long cement log slide.
Adventure
With zip lines, obstacle courses, via ferrata, and more, Chutes Coulonge is your destination for adventure.
Via Ferrata Packages
This exciting activity is the only of its kind in the region and one of the few in Canada. Located in the Canyon of the Coulonge River, it consists of a climb/walk along the canyon’s rock face, using cables and anchor points to help you progress along the way.
Earth Studies is a family-owned, lifestyle driven outdoor education and animal connection school based in Canada dedicated to teaching environmental literacy, outdoor preparedness, animal connection and self-defense.
The Cushing family has trained more than 200 regional and international students, and won the Aventure Écotourisme Québec 2014 Award of Excellence. Canoeing, dog sledding, wilderness first-aid and CPR certifications are available at the course level.
WORKSHOPS:
Dog Sledding 101
Outdoor Preparedness 101
COURSES:
Outdoor preparedness and animal connection courses for Gap Year Students and Adults.
International School for Earth Studies
197 Chemin FierobinEarth Studies is a family-owned, lifestyle driven outdoor education and animal connection school based in Canada dedicated to teaching environmental literacy, outdoor preparedness, animal connection and self-defense.
The Cushing family has trained more than 200 regional and international students, and won the Aventure Écotourisme Québec 2014 Award of Excellence. Canoeing, dog sledding, wilderness first-aid and CPR certifications are available at the course level.
WORKSHOPS:
Dog Sledding 101
Outdoor Preparedness 101
COURSES:
Outdoor preparedness and animal connection courses for Gap Year Students and Adults.
Travel along magnificent lakeside and woodland trails in the scenic Pontiac. The Rose Valley is a 1,200 acres estate.
Various activities offered depending on the season:
- Sugar Shack
- Vineyard
- Orchard (pick apples, pears & cherries)
- Walking trails
- Astronomy
Come with your family or with friends to view the planets, stars and constellations with our new high quality telescope. The telescope is equipped with a camera so you can take souvenir pictures home with you. We have luxurious rooms available at the lodge for your overnight stay. We are located at the most southerly dark sky site in Quebec!
- Relaxation
- Snowshoeing
- Sliding
- Escapade Huskimo offers visitors a memorable dog sledding experience.
Escapade Eskimo
1378 Route 301Travel along magnificent lakeside and woodland trails in the scenic Pontiac. The Rose Valley is a 1,200 acres estate.
Various activities offered depending on the season:
- Sugar Shack
- Vineyard
- Orchard (pick apples, pears & cherries)
- Walking trails
- Astronomy
Come with your family or with friends to view the planets, stars and constellations with our new high quality telescope. The telescope is equipped with a camera so you can take souvenir pictures home with you. We have luxurious rooms available at the lodge for your overnight stay. We are located at the most southerly dark sky site in Quebec!
- Relaxation
- Snowshoeing
- Sliding
- Escapade Huskimo offers visitors a memorable dog sledding experience.
The Hélianthe Cooperative offers you the opportunity to get away from it all, enjoy true freedom, and explore new horizons. The company offers access to a 30-km network of marked walking and snowshoeing trails in and around the Davidson Forest. The trails lead to summits with breathtaking views of the Ottawa River, and wind through stands of white pine and oak over 29 metres high, in white-tailed deer habitat.
Aventure Helianthe
257 Rue PrincipaleThe Hélianthe Cooperative offers you the opportunity to get away from it all, enjoy true freedom, and explore new horizons. The company offers access to a 30-km network of marked walking and snowshoeing trails in and around the Davidson Forest. The trails lead to summits with breathtaking views of the Ottawa River, and wind through stands of white pine and oak over 29 metres high, in white-tailed deer habitat.
CYCLOPARK PPJ
Searching for your next cycling or hiking destination? The Cyclopark PPJ in the Pontiac is a 92-km bike path and natural park developed around an old railroad between Bristol and L’Isle-aux-Allumettes. It crosses a varied landscape of farms, swamps, fields and forests. Allow for stops in the small and welcoming villages—you’ll be pleasantly surprised by their rich cultural and architectural heritage, unique in the Outaouais. The Pontiac is located less than an hour from Canada’s National Capital.
Built on the old Pontiac Pacific Junction railroad tracks, the Cycloparc PPJ (PPJ 1 on the map) offers a relatively flat ride, enjoyable and accessible for the whole family.
This 92-km off-road trail, which is for the exclusive use of cyclists and hikers, crosses the Pontiac between Bristol to the East and l'Isle-aux-Allumettes to the West. The agricultural and forest landscapes, wetlands, exceptional views of the Ottawa River and the small authentic and welcoming communities it intersects, make it a trail of contrasts and discoveries.
L'Isle-aux-Allumettes
CYCLOPARK PPJ
Searching for your next cycling or hiking destination? The Cyclopark PPJ in the Pontiac is a 92-km bike path and natural park developed around an old railroad between Bristol and L’Isle-aux-Allumettes. It crosses a varied landscape of farms, swamps, fields and forests. Allow for stops in the small and welcoming villages—you’ll be pleasantly surprised by their rich cultural and architectural heritage, unique in the Outaouais. The Pontiac is located less than an hour from Canada’s National Capital.
Built on the old Pontiac Pacific Junction railroad tracks, the Cycloparc PPJ (PPJ 1 on the map) offers a relatively flat ride, enjoyable and accessible for the whole family.
This 92-km off-road trail, which is for the exclusive use of cyclists and hikers, crosses the Pontiac between Bristol to the East and l'Isle-aux-Allumettes to the West. The agricultural and forest landscapes, wetlands, exceptional views of the Ottawa River and the small authentic and welcoming communities it intersects, make it a trail of contrasts and discoveries.
Come fall in love with our Huacaya Alpacas!
A unique hands-on experience awaits, where curiosity is encouraged, and exploration is welcome. You will leave with a new-found appreciation for these beautiful creatures and memories to last a lifetime. Willow Lane is testimony to the growing Alpaca industry.
Our 50 acre farm is presently home to 26 Huacaya Alpacas and we are always happy to talk about the growing Alpaca industry. Please take time to explore our site, you will not be disappointed in learning more about these wonderful creatures.
But, be warned -- Alpacas can steal your heart.
6 locals recommend
Willow Lane Alpacas
44 Québec Rte 148Come fall in love with our Huacaya Alpacas!
A unique hands-on experience awaits, where curiosity is encouraged, and exploration is welcome. You will leave with a new-found appreciation for these beautiful creatures and memories to last a lifetime. Willow Lane is testimony to the growing Alpaca industry.
Our 50 acre farm is presently home to 26 Huacaya Alpacas and we are always happy to talk about the growing Alpaca industry. Please take time to explore our site, you will not be disappointed in learning more about these wonderful creatures.
But, be warned -- Alpacas can steal your heart.
The Marchand covered bridge, the longest covered bridge in Quebec, was built in 1898 by Augustus Brown of Beachburg. The 153-metre structure replaced two older bridges spanning the Coulonge River and linking the lumber camp on one shore to the village of Fort Coulonge on the other. Built entirely of pine and held up by six wooden pillars, the one-way bridge was covered so that it wouldn’t rot. The bridge adds charm to the picturesque Coulonge River.
7 locals recommend
Marchand Covered Bridge
Chemin du Pont RougeThe Marchand covered bridge, the longest covered bridge in Quebec, was built in 1898 by Augustus Brown of Beachburg. The 153-metre structure replaced two older bridges spanning the Coulonge River and linking the lumber camp on one shore to the village of Fort Coulonge on the other. Built entirely of pine and held up by six wooden pillars, the one-way bridge was covered so that it wouldn’t rot. The bridge adds charm to the picturesque Coulonge River.
Sugar Shack 2024 Grand Opening
March 9, 2024
Open Saturday's and Sunday's
from 10 am to 3 pm.
Brunch service from 10 am - 2 pm
Join us for a traditional sugar shack brunch, wagon rides, shack tour, walking trails, taffy and outdoor firepits
Horse drawn wagon rides available on March 17th & 24th only.
Tickets an additional $5 per person
16 locals recommend
Pine Lodge
6 Chem. de Pine LodgeSugar Shack 2024 Grand Opening
March 9, 2024
Open Saturday's and Sunday's
from 10 am to 3 pm.
Brunch service from 10 am - 2 pm
Join us for a traditional sugar shack brunch, wagon rides, shack tour, walking trails, taffy and outdoor firepits
Horse drawn wagon rides available on March 17th & 24th only.
Tickets an additional $5 per person