Sentiers de l'Estrie - Mount Chapman

March 2, 2024

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Woke up to a beautiful day, blue sky, sunny. Just above freezing in the air. Packed myself and the dog to go to Parc Frontenac and do Massif Winslow.

Got there and not only was the facilities closed but the whole road was blocked. Checked the map and found 3 Monts outside Disraeli. Rerouted there and found a nice trail, about 1o kms. Just as I got the map from the receptionist I saw the dreadful sign "No dogs allowed". Talked a bit why they don't allow the dogs. Got the impression it is more about dog owners than an actual problem with an animal in the nature. Keep your dogs leashed estis! Pick up your dog shit and trash!

Rerouted once again and got back to the Mount Chapman trail. Been here once before. This time I opted for the longer trail. 5km out, 3.5 km back.

Just as we were about to leave for the trail it started to rain. At this point I din't care about rules or weather. Off we go!

Due to the warm weather and a bit of rain the trail was not super nice but spikes were a must to avoid falling. Met 3 people on the whole stretch, so that was very nice.

Even though it is not a very high mountain there are some parts where you need a bit of physique, but nothing that will stop you.

Was a bit of an interesting view during parts of the ascent. All ice and snow was gone and mostly dirt and mud. I guess it was facing south with no shade. A bit further up the snow and ice came back.

Had my sandwich at the summit with some tea. Loke got his croquettes and some treats. He was more interested in licking the snow than drinking the water I brought for him. Ungrateful little bastard!

After some mandatory photos and looking at the view it was time to go back to the parking. I opted for the shorter path back. Pretty nice way back without it being too steep. More of a relaxing walk in the fresh air.