Hearst

In the heart of Northern Ontario and the Boreal Forest, you’ll find the moose capital of Canada. Hearst is a town located on the Mattawishkwia River, along Hwy 11. Hearst is a 94% French-speaking community but remains energized by the cultural richness meshed with Oji-Cree and Euro-Canadian heritage.

With its abundance of parks and green spaces, this charming community is a wonderful place to visit. Hearst is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, kayaking, fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, snowmobiling on groomed trails during the winter months is a popular choice. Hundreds of kilometres of groomed trails allow Hearst to remain one of the greatest snowmobile destinations. Come enjoy the longest snowmobiling season in Ontario!

Culturally, the Conseil des Arts de Hearst is an organization that supports and promotes the arts and culture in the community by offering a diversity of artistic activities and exhibits. The Écomusée de Hearst Ecomuseum showcases the natural and cultural history of the area and a glimpse into the lives of pioneers. Visit the Heritage Sawmill to learn how the forest industry shaped the community. While planning your trip, make sure to pack your skates, as the rink at Claude Larose Recreation Centre is accessible for public skating and also an outdoor skating rink in the winter. With its abundant snow cover, Hearst has wonderful trails for cross-country skiers and snowshoers. This adventure, with family or alone, attracts nature lovers with a sharp eye for picking out animal tracks in the snow.

Ride your Harley-Davidson motorcycle to the HOGs Poker Rally. End your journey by tasting the authentic artisan vodka made by our award-winning Rheault Distillery.