Larose Forest
Visitor Guide
Over 10,000 hectares of managed forest with trails for hiking, biking, and winter sports. A nearby official access point is roughly 5-10 minutes from Cheney Mini Mart.
Stop by Cheney Mini Mart first!
Grab water, snacks, and supplies — roughly 5-10 min from a nearby official forest access point
Activities
Hiking
Spring-Fall21+ km of trails in Bourget and Limoges sectors
Mountain Biking
Spring-FallOMBA-maintained single-track trails. Membership required.
Fat Biking
WinterGroomed winter trails. 3.7"+ tires required.
Snowshoeing
WinterPermitted on fat bike trails and some hiking trails
Cross-Country Skiing
WinterClassic and skate skiing on groomed trails
Dog Sledding
WinterMush Larose trails from P1. Dogsledding, skijoring, canicross.
Horseback Riding
Spring-FallOATREC trails available with membership
Access Points
Bourget Sector (P4)
Use the official Larose Forest access map
Limoges Sector (P1)
820 Ferdinand Lane, Limoges
Limoges Sector (P7)
855 Ferdinand Lane, Limoges
Mush Larose Dog Sledding
Experience dog sledding in Larose Forest with Mush Larose, a local association offering dedicated trails for mushing activities. Activities include dogsledding, skijoring, canicross, and bikejoring.
Important Information
Seasonal Closure
Trails are closed March 15 - May 15 during spring thaw to preserve trail conditions.
Memberships
Mountain biking requires OMBA membership. Hiking is free.
Dogs
Dogs must be on leash at all times. Please clean up after your pet.
Leave No Trace
Pack out all garbage. Stay on marked trails. Respect wildlife and other users.
Recommended Hiking Gear
Hydration Pack (2L)
Essential for longer hikes in Larose Forest. Hands-free hydration on the trails.
Hiking Poles (Collapsible)
Great for stability on varied terrain. Collapses for easy transport.
Trail Running Shoes
Lightweight with good grip for the forest trails. Waterproof recommended.
Research-based preparation list; this block contains no affiliate links or live prices.
Official Resources
For current trail conditions and maps, visit the official sources:
Source: United Counties of Prescott and Russell. Last verified: 2026-01-08