Goat Hiking Tour Quebec: Beaver Dam & Forest Picnic

Walk the forest with goats carrying the load instead of you.

Hike through Quebec forest with packing goats led by a professional woodsman and guide, stopping to see a beaver dam and tracking wildlife along the way. The goats carry supplies for a picnic lunch of cured meats, cheeses, fresh produce and baguette served in the woods. The tour runs 3.5 hours and suits all fitness levels; infants and small children can ride in a stroller, and the guide speaks English or French.

The Experience

What makes this different from a regular forest walk is the goats themselves. You'll meet them at the start and learn how they work as pack animals before heading into the Quebec backcountry with a professional guide. The goats are friendly and enjoy interacting with guests—they'll cuddle and pose for photos—but they're also working, carrying the gear that would otherwise weigh down your pack. As you hike, the guide teaches you about wildlife tracking and the forest itself, pointing out signs of animals and explaining what you're seeing.

The beaver dam is the centerpiece. You'll spot it on the lake—an impressive structure that the guide helps you understand. From there, the hike continues through the landscape, with chances to observe the abundant wildlife and the forest itself. A shepherd dog often accompanies the group, adding another layer to the experience of working animals in their element.

Lunch happens in the woods. The goats have carried everything: cured meats, homemade cheeses, fresh fruits and vegetables, a baguette, and beers. You eat surrounded by the forest instead of returning to a trailhead, which is where the day settles into something genuinely memorable rather than just a hike with a novelty attached.

What’s included

• Packing goats and guide for the hike.
• visit to the beaver dam.
• wildlife tracking instruction.
• picnic lunch in the woods with cured meats, homemade cheeses, fresh fruits and vegetables, baguette and beers.
• shepherd dog often present.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by François

Is this one for you?Public transportation runs nearby, so you don't need a car to reach the start. If you're staying in Quebec without a vehicle, this tour picks you up from the forest access point and handles the logistics—the goats carry lunch, the guide handles the route, and you walk without the weight.

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Top questions

What do the packing goats actually do on the hike?

The goats carry your supplies—cured meats, cheeses, produce, baguette and beers for the picnic lunch—so you hike without a heavy pack. They're trained pack animals, friendly and social, and they'll interact with you throughout the day.

How long is the hike and is it difficult?

The tour runs 3.5 hours total and is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller if needed.

What happens at the beaver dam?

You'll see the beaver dam on the lake and the guide will explain how it works and what it tells you about the animals in the forest. It's a real working structure, not a viewing platform or exhibit.

Is lunch included, and what will we eat?

Yes, lunch is included and served in the woods. You'll have cured meats, homemade cheeses, fresh fruits and vegetables, baguette and beers—everything the goats carried for you.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide is a live professional who speaks English or French, so you can choose the language when you book.