Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon is a protected area located in Quebec's Chaudière-Appalaches administrative region, within the Bellechasse Regional County Municipality. This ecological reserve features a complex of rounded mountains, with altitudes ranging between 450 and 950 meters, including Mont Saint-Magloire. The diverse topography supports varied vegetation, from sugar maple-yellow birch groves at lower elevations to balsam fir stands near the mountain peaks, providing a rich natural setting for several sports like hiking and jogging. The area's ecological diversity also supports a…
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8.14km
02:28
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.7km
03:37
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.5km
04:25
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.80km
01:33
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19.9km
02:47
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750m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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01:11
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.7km
01:37
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.9km
02:20
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon is a protected area in Quebec's Chaudière-Appalaches administrative region. It features a complex of rounded mountains, including Mont Saint-Magloire, and protects a significant ecosystem representative of the Hautes-Appalaches.
The reserve offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and jogging. Its varied terrain, with moderate slopes and higher altitudes, provides diverse experiences for visitors.
The reserve features mountains with altitudes between 450 and 950 meters, including Mont Saint-Magloire. Vegetation varies with altitude, from sugar maple-yellow birch groves at lower elevations to balsam fir stands near mountain peaks.
The ecological diversity supports a rich fauna. Large and small mammals such as moose, Virginia deer, beaver, fox, lynx, and black bear are present. Approximately 25 different species of nesting birds also inhabit the reserve.
Yes, the reserve offers hiking trails. Information on these trails can be found in the Hiking in Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon guide.
Yes, the reserve provides routes suitable for jogging. Details about these routes are available in the Running Trails in Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon guide.
Komoot offers two guides for the region: Hiking in Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon and Running Trails in Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon. These guides provide detailed information for planning outdoor activities.
More than 500 visitors have explored routes in Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon on komoot. The routes in this region have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 ratings.
The official website for Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon is managed by the Government of Quebec's Ministry of the Environment. It can be accessed at environnement.gouv.qc.ca.
For inquiries regarding Réserve Écologique Claude-Mélançon, the general contact number for the managing department is +1 418-646-3512. This number connects to the Ministry of the Environment, the Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife and Parks (MELCCFP).
The terrain is characterized by a complex of rounded mountains with altitudes ranging from 450 to 950 meters. It features varied topography, including moderate slopes and higher altitudes, suitable for diverse outdoor experiences.

