Mont-Tremblant Ski Trip: 3 Days of Powder Paradise
⛷️ Mont-Tremblant Ski Trip: 3 Days of Powder Paradise Just returned from a magical 3-day ski getaway to Mont-Tremblant, and I'm still buzzing from the 13km green runs, buttery blue cruisers, and those dreamy snow flurries. Here's the full scoop—from gear rental nightmares to mind-blowing summit views—plus hard-earned tips to maximize your slope time. 🎿 Day 1: Conquering the Legendary Green Runs Morning: • 8:30 AM: Arrived to epic rental line chaos (45 mins wait—bring patience!) • Pro Tip: Book rentals online 48h ahead at Ski Max (saves 30+ mins) • First Run: Nansen (13km green) → Silky smooth with gentle rollers (perfect warm-up) Afternoon: • Lunch Break: Le Grand Manitou’s poutine + hot chocolate (window seats = slope views) • Discovery: Flying Mile lift → Johannsen green run (shorter but scenic AF) Surprise: 3 PM snow flurries made everything powder-perfect ❄️ ⚠️ Watch Out: Flat sections on greens require poling—my arms got a workout! 🏔️ Day 2: Bluebird Day on the Blues Summit Mission: • Took Gondola up ($45) → 360° views of Laurentians (worth every penny) • Ran Lowell Thomas (blue): Long, carving heaven with zero ice patches • Hidden Gem: Edge run (off Duncan lift)—untracked powder stashes till noon Après-Ski: • Le Shack’s maple old-fashioned by the firepit • Live Music: Le P’tit Caribou’s yodeling DJ (yes, really) Gear Pain: Rental boots rubbed blisters—hence our post-trip gear shopping spree ❄️ Day 3: Mixing It Up + Local Secrets Morning: • Tried Snowshoeing: Nordic Center’s Lac Beauchemin loop (saw a fox!) • Hot Tip: Buy trail passes at Casino (half-price Wednesdays) Afternoon: • Last Runs: Beauchemin (blue) → Silky corduroy under sunset • Found Shortcut: Flying Mile → Versant Soleil lifts = zero lines Dinner Win: La Savoie’s fondue chinoise (broth fondue = genius post-ski meal) 💡 Key Takeaways ✅ Book Rentals Early: Or invest in gear (we did after Day 1!) ✅ Avoid Weekends: Tuesday-Thursday = empty chairlifts ✅ Flat Spot Strategy: Unclip + walk if you hate poling (save energy) ✅ Foot Care: Wool socks + moleskin = blister prevention #TremblantSki #QuebecWinter #PowderChaser