✨ Mont Giroux — Eastern Townships, Quebec

Mont Giroux is a charming peak of Mont Orford, perfect for a nature getaway in the Eastern Townships. ⛰️ The trail offers a steady climb through mixed forests and stunning panoramic views over the Magog region and Lake Memphrémagog 🌊. In the fall, the red maples light up the forest in fiery colors 🍁.

📊 Trail Info & Stats

• 📏 Distance: ~ 3.4 km round-trip

• ⬆️ Elevation gain: ~ 232–275 m

• ⏱️ Average duration: ~ 1 h 25 – 1 h 35

• 🥾 Difficulty: Moderate to easy (steady climb on gravel paths or old ski trails)

• 🚪 Best season: May to early November

🚗 Driving Distances

• From Québec City: ~ 240–260 km, about 2 h 40 – 3 h

• From Montreal: ~ 120–150 km, about 1 h 30 – 2 h

🌄 Altitude & Panorama

• Altitude: ~ 630 m

• View: 360° panorama over the Magog region, Lake Memphrémagog, the Appalachian mountains, and Mont Orford 📸

🍁 Best Time for Fall Colors

• Late September to mid-October is ideal to enjoy the fiery reds of the maples and the vibrant autumn foliage

• Colors are especially vivid on clear, crisp days, particularly in the morning or at sunset 🌅

• The trail is relatively quiet, making it perfect for stunning autumn photography