The Edmundston region of northern New Brunswick is a natural and welcoming destination for snowmobilers looking to explore this extraordinary corner of the country.
With its 650 kilometers of beautiful and majestic hiking trails, this region has a lot to offer you.
“One thing is certain: snowmobilers who visit us can count on a variety of services,” explains Janice Arseneault, coordinator of the Edmundston Madawaska Tourism Office. We have a variety of snowmobiling activities in our area. We can imagine restaurants, microbreweries, access to accommodations like the domes at Rivière Verte, and so many things to do with trail access. There’s also Éko Nature with its domes on Lake Baker, offering quality accommodation with stunning lake and mountain views. We must not forget that we also offer accommodation in very high quality establishments, not to mention the Gray Rock Casino. »
At the end of your day, try your luck in one of the rooms at Gray Rock Casino. Photo provided by Tourisme Edmundston
The city of Edmundston is located at the entrance to New Brunswick, in a valley full of nature and breathtaking landscapes.
The region is easily accessible via Quebec’s hiking trails. Please note that to ride on trails in New Brunswick you must have a provincial access permit. It is possible to obtain it for the season or for shorter periods such as a few days or weeks.
The snowy landscapes along the waterways and the alpine forests will enchant you. Side paths, all connected to the main paths, take you to very picturesque places. In the Green River area, in the Moose Valley sector, off-trail snowmobiling is possible.
Inside the Eko Nature Domes you will discover these intimate and comfortable rooms. Photo provided by Tourisme Edmundston and Mylène Gagné
Snowmobilers welcome
Edmundston is truly a hub for snowmobilers who want to discover very active trails and clubs.
There are many relay stations about an hour from the city. Whichever direction you take, you will find club relays and services you may need.
In several places, New Brunswick, the United States and even Quebec can be seen at high altitudes on a clear day. Everything can be done at small magnifications of 200 or 250 kilometers.
Small secret paths allow you to access equally secret places. Photo provided by Tourisme Edmundston and Mylène Gagné
To reach Edmundston and its surrounding areas from Quebec, you have several options. There is Trail 85 which connects directly to Trail 12 in New Brunswick. You can also enter via Sully, via the 561, which becomes 41 in this municipality.
There is also Trail 155 from Amqui that takes you and Trans Quebec Trail 5 that takes you to Edmundston via Campbellton.
As you can see, it can be said that all roads lead to this city that has a lot to offer you. Snowmobilers are welcome in northern New Brunswick.
“Everything is going very well for next season,” said the specialist. There’s a lot of snow here and I’d go so far as to say it’s almost guaranteed to snow in northern New Brunswick. The climate is very favorable for snowmobiling. »
It’s impossible to go wrong
One thing is for sure: if you decide to hike there, you won’t go wrong.
Having been there several times, I can say that we really feel like we are in an environment that is very conducive to snowmobiling.
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the brand new international bridge that will connect Edmundston with Madawaska, Maine, where a corridor for snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles is planned. To find out more you can visit the website Tourismeedmundston.com where you will find all the information about snowmobiling in this magnificent city.