BAIE-SAINT-PAUL HORSE FIELD GUIDE
La Crépuscule: Sunset Saddles Above Baie‑Saint‑Paul
A 3.5‑hour guided sunset horseback ride that combines ridge‑top panoramas, mixed‑forest trails and a private tasting of local terroir.
La Crépuscule: Sunset Saddles Above Baie‑Saint‑Paul.
Guided by the gold light of dusk, La Crépuscule is a 3.5‑hour horseback outing around Baie‑Saint‑Paul that winds through varied forest stands, climbs to multiple viewpoints and includes a staffed picnic tasting of local products — beer, cheese, bread and charcuterie — all framed by the region’s mountain scenery.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ridge‑top panoramas over the mountains
The route opens onto multiple lookout points where the landscape unfolds in layered mountain vistas — a defining visual moment of the ride.
A ride through many forest types
Sections of the route pass deep into the forest, moving through varied stands that create a pronounced sense of quiet and occasional chances to spot wildlife.
Pique‑nique and local tasting
At a designated picnic spot the group pauses for a tasting of high‑quality local products — beer, cheese, bread, charcuterie and more — a culinary highlight woven into the sunset ride.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
La Crépuscule unfolds at the pace of the horses: a measured trail that covers 8–12 km depending on pace, alternating forested silence with sudden, expansive views; after roughly two and a half hours in the saddle there’s a leisurely tasting break before a return leg as the light fades.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits — and who should sit it out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Total outing time is 3.5 hours with approximately 2.5 hours spent riding; departure is scheduled between 15:30 and 16:30 depending on sunset time.
Long pants and closed shoes are required; check the weather and dress appropriately for an outdoor activity.
Meeting point is 652 ch. St‑Laurent; the operator is Les Montagnards de Charlevoix and the exact start time will depend on sunset.
Trail distance varies between about 8 and 12 km depending on the horses’ pace and chosen itinerary.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is La Crépuscule?
The full outing lasts approximately 3.5 hours, with about 2.5 hours in the saddle.
Where do we meet the group?
The meeting location is 652 ch. St‑Laurent in Baie‑Saint‑Paul.
How far do we ride?
The parcours covers roughly 8 to 12 km depending on the horses’ pace.
What food is included at the picnic tasting?
The tasting features local terroir products such as beer, cheese, bread and charcuterie.
What should I wear?
Wear long pants and closed shoes and check the weather so you can dress appropriately for an outdoor sunset ride.
Is this ride suitable if I'm pregnant or have mobility issues?
No — the operator advises against participation if you are pregnant, have reduced mobility or already experience pain in a limb.