Make your way through a mix of hardwood and conifers that are perfect for all ages and ski levels. The ski trails are classically groomed and the track set includes 7½ km of double-track. Access skiing or snowshoeing or both on your annual membership or visitor day pass.

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Located on Nipissing First Nations land Duchesnay Falls is a natural wonder, captivating the minds of all who hike towards it, holding them in its majesty. Located just minutes from downtown North Bay, this glacial formation is a popular destination for even the most modest of hikers. It’s beauty summons photographers, hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful escape. It is accessible and it goes on and on and on….

Resting atop the Laurentian Escarpment, behind Nipissing University and Canadore College, the Duchesnay Creek carves through the Canadian Shield, weaving and flowing downward to Lake Nipissing. Duchesnay Falls begins in a modest fashion as a series of low, mesmerizing cascades before decisively parting into two branches. As the river continues to slope downwards along the west branch, the age-old battle of water versus gravity intensifies, erupting into an endless display of serene power with a scenic backdrop. After several smaller cascades fail to halt the surge of rumbling water, the battle reaches its climax. As the water reaches the bottom of the river, it faces its biggest adversity yet: a 20-meter plummet followed by a 10-meter drop, resulting in one of North Bay’s most picturesque spots.

Accessible from multiple spots, Duchesnay Falls and the Education Centre Trails are a hikers delight. Surrounded by hardwood forest amongst the maples, oaks, birches, and pines, this entire area is a four-season wonder. Venturing on a waterfall hike during he spring run-off provides a jaw-dropping experience to witness the sheer volume of water passing through. In the summer, the forest is alive with local flora and fauna displaying the rich and healthy local environment. The fall colours are breathtaking in this forest, painting the sky with yellow and red. A fall hike on the Education Centre Trails is mandatory for any outdoor enthusiast.  And winter? You must strap on your snowshoes or your cross-country skis and witness the only season which quiets Duchesnay, freezing its cascade onto the Canadian Shield.

With an entire trail system surrounding it, you can access this area from behind Nipissing University and Canadore College or access it through the parking lot along highway 17. With many viewpoints, you can bear witness to Duchesnay Falls from a multitude of different angles and perspectives. Whether you choose to hike, snowshoe, or cross-country ski, this is an opportunity you simply cannot pass up and it is family friendly. This free to use trail network is a local gem where you can go birding, likely catch a glimpse of some wildlife, and escape the urban hustle without going far at all!

Consistently thought of as one of the best four-season waterfall destinations in Ontario, come see it for yourself! With so many vantage points to explore and photograph from and the dramatic seasonal changes to witness, this is one waterfall that will not disappoint you.

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The club boasts a well-maintained network of trails that wind through scenic landscapes, including forests, fields and alongside frozen lakes. These are trails are designed to accommodate skiers of all ski levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes. The trails are groomed regularly ensuring optimal skiing conditions and providing a smooth and enjoyable experience for members and visitors.

For those looking to learn the fundamentals or improve their technique, the North Bay Nordic Ski Club offers ski lessons by certified instructors.  Ski and snowshoe rentals as well as night ski events and programming occur throughout the busy winter season.

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The hill is conveniently located just minutes from Downtown North Bay. Parking is available at both the top and bottom of the hill, with the bottom providing convenient access to the main chair. Rental equipment and lessons for first-timers are available.

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