Camp Fortune

About Camp Fortune

Camp Fortune is a four-season outdoor adventure resort located at the edge of Gatineau Park in Chelsea, Quebec. It's the closest ski resort to downtown Ottawa — about 15 minutes across the river — and has been a staple for Ottawa-area residents for decades.

The resort is composed of three mountainsides: the Valley (beginner-friendly slopes), Meech (intermediate terrain), and Skyline (advanced runs). Beyond skiing, Camp Fortune has expanded significantly into summer adventure activities including ziplines, a mountain pipe coaster, an aerial park, and a growing mountain bike park.

Summer Activities

Peak to Peak Ziplines

Camp Fortune's signature summer attraction — a 1.5 km zipline experience that sends riders from peak to peak above the forest canopy. The adventure takes about 90 minutes.

• Adults (18+): $47
• Youth (17 and under): $42
• Reservations required

Mountain Pipe Coaster

A gravity-fed coaster that winds through the forest, reaching speeds of up to 40 km/h. Riders control their own speed with a hand brake.

• Single ride: $20
• Two rides: $30
• Ride-all-day passes also available
• Open 10 AM – 5 PM (when operating)

Aerial Adventure Park

An elevated obstacle course set in the treetops with over 25 challenges and ziplines.

• Explorer Course: Up to 3 hours to complete. Participants must be able to reach 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
• Children's Course: Sized for younger kids, approximately 1.5 hours
• Open weekends and holidays, 9:30 AM to two hours before dusk
• Weekday access available for group reservations only
• Reservations required for all visits

Adventure Day Pass

A combination pass that includes the Peak to Peak Zipline, Mountain Coaster, and Aerial Park Explorer Course all in one day. Available for ages 12 and up. Contact Camp Fortune for current pricing.

Mountain Biking

Over 20 km of trails ranging from intermediate to advanced, with lift-serviced access via the Skyline chairlift.

• Day pass: $17.40
• Season pass: $85 (adult),$50 (youth)
• Chairlift hours: Wednesday and Thursday evenings (July–late August), Saturdays and Sundays (July–October)
• Trails open daily May 15 – November 15 (or until first snow)

Hiking and Trail Running

The trails are also open for hiking and trail running during summer and fall. Free access to hiking trails; no reservation needed.

Winter Activities

Skiing and Snowboarding

• Vertical drop: 180 m (590 ft)
• Runs: 23 trails across 3 mountainsides
• Terrain: 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, 30% advanced
• Lifts: 4 quad chairs, 1 triple chair, plus surface lifts
• Longest run: 1.5 km (0.95 mi)
• Night skiing: 15 lit runs
• Snowmaking: 100% coverage
• 2025–2026 season: December 5, 2025 – approximately April 12, 2026

Lift tickets are date-specific and vary by season period. Check campfortune.com or purchase online in advance for the best rates.

Snowshoeing

Snowshoe rentals are available. Marked trails loop through the forest around the resort — a good option for non-skiers accompanying a group.

Visitor Information

• Address: 300 Chemin Dunlop, Chelsea, QC J9B 2N3
• Phone: (819) 827-1717
• Website: campfortune.com
• Summer hours: Vary by activity — check the website for current schedules
• Winter hours: Generally Mon–Fri 9 AM – 9 PM, Sat 9 AM – 9 PM, Sun 9 AM – 7 PM (hours vary through the season)
• Parking: Free on-site parking
• Reservations: Required for aerial park, ziplines, and group activities. Ski lift tickets available online or at the window

All summer activity tickets are final sale and non-refundable. Prices are subject to change — confirm current rates on the website or by calling (819) 827-1717 ext. 0.

Tips for Families

• The Children's Course at the aerial park is designed for younger kids who can't yet reach the 1.75 m height requirement for the Explorer Course
• The mountain coaster is a crowd favourite with kids — riders can control their own speed, so nervous riders can take it slow
• For a full family day in summer, the Adventure Day Pass bundles three activities into one visit
• In winter, the Valley mountainside has gentle beginner terrain and is where ski lessons are offered
• Camp Fortune runs ski camps and mountain bike camps for kids during summer and winter breaks
• Bring layers — the mountaintop can be noticeably cooler than Ottawa, especially on chairlifts

Getting There from Ottawa

• By Car: Cross the Champlain Bridge or Portage Bridge into Gatineau, then follow Route 105 North. Take the exit for Chemin Dunlop. The drive is about 15–20 minutes from downtown Ottawa
• By Transit: STO bus service runs from downtown Ottawa/Gatineau toward Chelsea, but service is limited — driving is strongly recommended
• Parking: Free parking at the resort. Lots can fill up on busy ski weekends and holiday Mondays — arrive early