Rainy day or sunny day, the region is full of attractions to visit and activities to do for families, sports enthusiasts or foodies!
Le Camping Plage McKenzie is located in the beautiful village of Racine in the heart of the Cantons de l’Est. The reputation of the Cantons- de-l’Est is well established as a tourist destination per excellence, you will find there a lot of family activities. In the Racine village, you will find some beautiful outdoor outings, gourmet stops and breathtaking views as well. Here are some links to help you plan your stay. And especially don’t forget to consult the Tourisme Cantons-de-l’Est and the Val St-François website to discover all kinds of discovery tours. And you, what are your ”crushes”?
SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
Mont-Orford Park
More than 200 km of hiking trails less than a 5 minutes drive from the campsite
The trails of Estrie
More than 200 km of hiking trails less than a 5 minutes drive from the campsite
Climbing at the Paroi du Lac Larouche
The Chamox business is offering climbings lessons at la paroi du Lac Larouche, one of the most visited climbing walls of the Cantons-de-l’Est
Karting Orford
For those who love adrenaline... Karting, laser games, arcade, mini-golf, games modules, bazooka ball.
Golf courses
Golf enthusiasts will be thrilled with the golf courses in the region with the Valcourt Golf Club, the Sherbrooke Golf Club and the Mont-Orford Golf Club.
Cycling trails La Cantonnière
The Cantonnière, located 10 minutes from the camping, is offering 57 km of the most beautiful trails between Richmond, Windsor et Valcourt.
Grison Equestrian farm
The Grison farm located in the of Racine offers horse riding in an enchanting landscape.
CULTURE AND RELAXATION
Cine Park Orford
Located a few minutes from the camping, the cine park Orford is one of the few still open to the public in Quebec. It offers outdoor movies in the comfort of your own car.
J.-Armand Bombardier Museum
You'll discover, with the help of the interactive tour, the legacy that the famous inventor left to his successors through the innovations, trades and flagship products offered today by Bombardier and BRP companies.
Historic park Poudrière de Windsor
Discover the site of the oldest black powder manufacturing in Quebec. Take advantage of the 25 km trails to discover the vestiges of the past!
Cultural Center Yvonne L. Bombardier
In addition to its library, the Cultural Center offers a program of cultural and educational activities that meets the needs of young and old.
Cinezoo
A family activity that will amaze young and old as well. You will discover the finest collection of lions and tigers of fragile but striking beauty. Cinézoo invites you to learn about the life history of its TV star animals as well as an opportunity to learn about their way of life.
Granby Zoo
The Granby Zoo is located 45min from the camping site. It is one of the most important zoo in Quebec and in Canada because of the large number of species presented there. You can find there the Amazoo, the aquatic park of the zoo.
AGROTOURISM
Public Market of Valcourt
Every thursday of summer from 4pm to 7pm, more than ten cultivators of the Valcourt region will be on site.
Locavore de Racine Market
The Racine Locavore Market welcomes you every Saturday of the summer. Come and get your fresh food and chat with the baker, the market gardener and the cheese maker.
Cheese Factory Nouvelle-France
Since 2010, the cheese factory Nouvelle France won more than 42 prices in multiples contests including the Best Cheese in Quebec in 2011 and 2014 for the Zacharie Cloutier.
Boulangerie Au coeur du pain
Au Coeur du Pain is a gourmet counter where you will find a wide variety of breads and pastries. All bakery products are sourdough, with no other additives. The pastries are made with love and passion while respecting the choice of ingredients.
Vineyard Coteaux des artisans
A vineyard created around a heart story and developed by enthusiasts. A cabinetmaker and a designer who combined their talents to offer their customers wine of amazing quality and a breathtaking site on the banks of the Black River.
The Cochons tout ronds
Artisanal delicatessen. 100% pork cured meats, sausages and cold cuts. Natural products, no gluten, nitrite, preservatives, nuts ou dairy products. The raw hams are salted, dried and ripened for over a year.
Whether it is for an ingredient for your end-of-day meal or to purchase an essential item for your stay, several nearby businesses are offering products and services.
GROCERIES, GASOLINE AND ALCOHOL
IGA Ouimette fille et fils
675 Rue de la Montagne, Valcourt, QC J0E 2L0 (450) 532-6090
L'inter Marché Saint-Denis-de-Brompton (fermé le dimanche)
2009 QC-222 Saint-Denis-de-Brompton, J0B 2P0 (819) 846-4500
Magasin général JH Martin
352 QC-243 Racine J0E 1Y0 (450) 532-2848
Dépanneur Carrefour du Lac Brompton
510 Rte 222, Saint-Denis-de-Brompton Quebec J0B 2P0 (819) 846-3110
Dépanneur Voisin
2025 QC-222 Saint-Denis-de-Brompton J0B 2P0 (819) 276-1222
Les Jardin de pommes
2200 QC-222 Saint-Denis-de-Brompton J0B 2P0
RESTAURANTS AND PUB
Brasserie du Lac Brompton
310 Côte de l'Artiste Saint-Denis-de-Brompton J0B 2P0 (819) 846-6226
Café Fabulé
99 Rue Principale, Saint-François-Xavier-de-Brompton, QC J0B 2V0
(819) 932-8999
DRUGSTORE
Familiprix Renée Messier et Mathieu Bélisle
2027 Rte 222 Suite 300 Saint-Denis-de-Brompton J0B 2P0 (819) 276-1176
HARDWARE STORE
Rona Matériaux Anctil
3110 QC-222 Saint-Denis-de-Brompton J0B 2P0 (819) 820-2747
RV PARTS AND REPAIRS
M.E. spécialités enr.
7190 QC-220 Sherbrooke J1R 0K6 (819) 562-6260
VR Sherbrooke
600 Rue du Parc-Industriel Sherbrooke J1C 0J2 1-800-548-0878