About Pause Plein Air
Pause Plein Air is a paddlesport outfitter based in La Conception, just off exit 126 of Route 117 near the historic covered bridge. Specialising in canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddleboard rentals on the Riviere Rouge, the company has carved out a loyal following among visitors who want to experience one of the Laurentians' most scenic rivers without the crowds of the resort village.
Their core offering is self-guided river descents on the Rouge, with shuttles provided so paddlers can float downstream and get picked up at the end. Equipment packages include boats, paddles, life jackets, and dry bags. They offer single kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, and SUPs in a range of sizes, making it easy for families, couples, or solo adventurers to find the right setup. The calm stretches of the Rouge are ideal for beginners, while more experienced paddlers can tackle longer sections.
Pause Plein Air's location on the Rouge River provides a quieter, more nature-immersed alternative to the lake-based rental centres at the resort. The river winds through dense forest with minimal development, and wildlife sightings — herons, turtles, even the occasional beaver — are common. It is a genuine back-to-nature experience just minutes from Mont-Tremblant.
