Mare Longue Loop

A 12 km forest loop from Pétrin towards Mare Longue reservoir. A shorter reservoir-side walk covers different ground.

The tree-lined trail near Pétrin
Photo by carrotmadman6

The route at a glance

Starting point or crossing
Pétrin
Distance
12 km
Route shape
loop
Difficulty
Moderate

Match the start and turnaround to your chosen route. Another approach with the same name may have a different distance.

You may also see it called Mare Longue Reservoir Loop.

Current access

Access not verified

Awaiting an access update for this route from the National Park Information Centre. Confirm at your entrance before setting out.

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Before you go

Check the exact start, junctions and turnaround for your chosen variant. Avoid combining distances from different descriptions.

Carry drinking water, footwear with grip and rain protection. Check weather separately from access. Wet ground, river crossings and exposed sections can change the character of an outing.

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Sources and verification

Source review and a field observation are different things. This page was researched on 29 October 2026; that date does not establish current trail access.