Sainte-Agathe in Summer: Beaches, Trails and Family Days
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Beach, biking, easy trails and the village: your stress-free guide to a family summer in Sainte-Agathe.
Summer in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is the kind of season that makes you want to stay one more night. To enjoy a family summer in Sainte-Agathe, you don't need a packed schedule or a minute-by-minute plan: a beach just steps away, a bike path that hugs the lakes, easy trails for little legs and a village to stroll through at the end of the day are more than enough. From Hôtel Terra Laurentides, everything is within easy reach, and your days fill themselves at the kids' pace. Here's how to make the most of the warm season, with no rushing and no hassle.
The Lac des Sables beach, the heart of summer
Lac des Sables is where families gather as soon as the warm weather arrives. The beach offers water that warms up quickly and a bottom that slopes down gently, reassuring for kids taking their first swimming strokes. You spread out your towel, build sandcastles, take a dip, then do it all over again. For older kids, a boat outing on the lake gives a whole new perspective on the mountains surrounding Ste-Agathe. It's often the highlight of the day, the one the kids are still talking about at dinner.
Among the family beaches of the Laurentians, the one at Lac des Sables has the advantage of being very close by: just a few minutes separate the hotel from the water's edge. Pack sunscreen, snacks and a hat, then let the day stretch out without watching the clock. If you're looking for specific ideas to keep the kids busy by the water, our article on Lac des Sables with kids is full of suggestions to try.
Biking the P'tit Train du Nord and family trails around Sainte-Agathe
You can't talk about the region without mentioning the P'tit Train du Nord. This former rail line converted into a bike path runs right by the hotel, and its gentle grade makes it perfect terrain for family rides. No big hills, a smooth and even surface: even young cyclists and bike trailers keep up without any trouble. You can start from the village, ride for an hour and turn back, or push farther depending on the crew's energy.
Nearby, several family-friendly trails around Sainte-Agathe offer short, easy hikes. Shaded loops, lookouts over the lakes, forest stretches where you can watch for birds: plenty to fill a morning without wearing anyone out. Lace up good running shoes, bring water and a few snacks, then ask the front desk for the current trail suggestions. To plan your outings by bike or on foot, take a look at our ideas for family hikes and bike trails.
A typical summer day in Sainte-Agathe with the family
What does a great summer day look like? In the morning, enjoy the continental breakfast included at the hotel, then hop on the bikes for a ride along the P'tit Train du Nord before the sun gets too strong. Head back for lunch, a little nap or a swim, then off to the Lac des Sables beach for the afternoon.
At the end of the day, the village of Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts takes over. Stroll along the main street, stop at one of the village cafés, then pick a crêperie, a pizzeria or a casual snack bar for dinner. The front desk team will be happy to suggest their favourite spots, including the summer market. Back at the hotel, the heated indoor pool and the spiral waterslide wrap up the day in style, whatever the weather. That's what a family summer in Ste-Agathe is all about: simple, active, stress-free days.
Where to stay: family-friendly summer accommodation in the Laurentians
A great summer getaway starts with the right home base. Hôtel Terra Laurentides, at 500 rue Léonard, was designed as true family accommodation for a Laurentians summer: 74 rooms and suites, connecting rooms and family suites with bunk beds, plenty of space to sleep the whole crew comfortably. Twenty-two suites even feature a whirlpool tub for parents who want to unwind once the kids are in bed.
As for the kids, they mostly ask for one thing: the indoor pool, heated year-round, and its 21-metre spiral waterslide, reserved for hotel guests and included with every stay. Add free parking, free Wi-Fi and a dog-friendly welcome (just mention it when booking), and you have an ideal base for exploring the region, about twenty minutes from Mont-Tremblant. Browse our rooms and suites to find the one that best suits your family.
Ready for your summer getaway?
Between the Lac des Sables beach, biking the P'tit Train du Nord, easy trails and evenings in the village, a family summer in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts delivers on every promise. All that's left is to pick your dates and book your stay. For the best rate guaranteed, book direct with the 'Book Now' button or call us at 1 866 527-9206. We'll save you a room in the heart of the Laurentians.