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Mirabel
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Mirabel for maple farms, parks and karting; no need to stay overnight unless you want a relaxed pace.
Mirabel, a suburb of Montreal in the Laurentians, is known for its maple‑syrup production, motorsports facilities and outdoor parks. The town is spread across several villages, so a car lets you visit the main attractions in a day.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited outdoor activities)
- Airports
- YMX · YUL
- Nights
- 0–1
Rules in force · 6Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Canada ↗Visa-exempt travellers flying to or through Canada usually need an eTA; check your passport on the official Government of Canada site (canada.ca) and apply only there.
- Canada ↗A Parks Canada pass is needed to stop in national parks such as Banff and Jasper; some spots (for example Moraine Lake) are reached only by shuttle or tour, so book ahead.
- Canada ↗Keep well away from bears, elk and moose; carry bear spray on Rockies trails and follow trail closures.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Mirabel911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Mirabel, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD, $).Canada-wide
- SIM or eSIMRogers, Bell and Telus plus cheaper brands (Fido, Koodo, Public Mobile); prepaid SIMs in malls and stores.Canada-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable; treat water from lakes and streams (giardia).Canada-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 15–20% of the pre-tax bill.Canada-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Canada-wide
- SafetyMirabel is safe for tourists; main risks are winter driving conditions and limited night public transport.
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- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysStatutory holidays close shops and offices, varying by province; many park facilities are seasonal (about mid-May to mid-October).Canada-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportYMX Montréal–Mirabel International Airport (Cargo airport, occasional charter flights; no regular passenger service).
- Getting aroundPrivate car is recommended; the area is rural and attractions are spread across villages.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomC$80 (≈ US$60)
- Mid-range bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomC$120 (≈ US$90)
- High-end bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomC$180 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget C$70 (≈ US$55) · Mid C$100 (≈ US$75) · High C$150 (≈ US$110)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- YMX Montréal–Mirabel International Airport (Cargo airport, occasional charter flights; no regular passenger service) · YUL Montréal‑Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Main passenger airport; limited public transport to Mirabel)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Feb
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Mar
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
not flagged
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mirabel: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
7 rd
Feb
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
6 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
8 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
10 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
10 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
Dec
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Private car is recommended; the area is rural and attractions are spread across villages. Public transit is limited to the EXO line 12 to Saint‑Jérôme.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bois de Belle‑Rivière Regional Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Drive north on Autoroute 15, about 30 km (19 mi) from Mirabel centreDrive north on Autoroute 15, about 19 mi (30 km) from Mirabel centre
Hiking, swimming, winter sledding; park entry free
SRA Karting
goDoor to door: ≈20 min round trip
Drive to 12800 Bd Henri Fabre, about 10 km (6.2 mi) eastDrive to 12800 Bd Henri Fabre, about 6.2 mi (10 km) east
Karting sessions start at $30 CAD per run (check current rates)
Premium Outlets Montréal
cautionDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Take Autoroute 15 south, exit 28, about 25 km (16 mi)Take Autoroute 15 south, exit 28, about 16 mi (25 km)
Large outlet mall; good for shopping if you have time
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Auberge Belazur
Boutique inn near the park; good for a night if you want to stay
Motel au P'tit Sapin
Budget motel on Bd du Curé‑Labelle
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–$100 CAD (≈ US$55–75) excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–$150 CAD (≈ US$75–110) excl. bed
- High
- $150 (≈ US$110)+ CAD excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget motel room1 × 1 night × C$120 | C$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × C$100 | C$200 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × C$60 · check | C$120 |
| EXO line 12 ticket2 × C$7 · check | C$13 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | C$45 |
| Trip total≈ C$249 per person per day, bed included | C$498≈ US$400 |
Motel au P'tit Sapin rates (2026 estimate)
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Maple syrup (small bottle) | $10–$15 CAD (≈ US$8–11) |
| Karting sessioncheck | $30–$45 CAD (≈ US$25–35) |
| Parking at parks | $5–$10 CAD (≈ US$4–8) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited public transport from Montreal airports; plan a car or rideshare.
- Winter road conditions can affect driving on Autoroute 15 and 50.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate in Montreal (check address); other embassies in Ottawa.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (compact, 1 day): ≈ $60 CAD (check rates)
- EXO line 12 ticket: $6.50 CAD (≈ US$5) per adult (check)
Say or show
- Excusez‑moi / Pardon — Excuse me / Sorry (excusez‑moi)
- Merci — Thank you (merci)
- C’est combien? — How much is it? (sayt kombyen)
- Où sont les toilettes? — Where is the bathroom? (oo son lay twah-let)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mirabel. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited outdoor activities) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Car rental at YUL or local agencies
- EXO line 12 schedule for Saint‑Jérôme connections
Sources
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