​❄️ Winter Solstice Hike: Lauriault Trail & Mackenzie King Estate

​Celebrate the first official day of winter with a crisp morning hike through one of Gatineau Park's most scenic loops!

​The Lauriault Trail offers a beautiful mix of forest paths, a look at the icy Bridal Veil Falls, and a stunning lookout point over the Ottawa River Valley. We will be starting from the P6 parking lot.

​📍 Meetup Details
​When: Sunday, December 21st @ 11:00 AM
​Where: Gatineau Park, Parking Lot P6 (Mackenzie King Estate)
​Distance: ~4.5 km loop
​Difficulty: Easy/Moderate (some rolling hills)
​Duration: Approx. 1.5 – 2 hours depending on pace

Lauriault Loop on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/quebec/boucle-lauriault

​🥾 What to Bring

​Traction: Depending on conditions, ice cleats (Microspikes) are highly recommended as the trail can get icy.
​Layers: Dress for the weather! It’s better to have layers you can remove as you warm up.
​Water/Snack: Stay hydrated even in the cold.

​Park Pass: Remember that P6 is a paid lot during the winter season (or require a season pass)
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​Note: Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can start on time. If you can't make it, please update your RSVP so others can join!