Ski-lift parking, cowbells
244 Route des Joncs, 1619, Châtel-Saint-Denis
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Quiet, free parking area at the base of the ski lift below the Lac des Joncs restaurant, on a large mostly-level gravel/stone lot at the forest edge. Very calm at night aside from cowbells, occasional cars, or a rare helicopter. Clean public toilets nearby, open all night in season (closed off-season), but no other services. Multiple hiking and cycling trail starts nearby, plus a small stream. Free April–November; a tourist tax (Kurtaxe) applies, payable online or at the tourist office, though no payment machine is on site.
From travellers' reviews
Listing copied from our source, 2 months ago
Listing copied from our source, 2 months ago
Very good spot, quiet, with hiking trails and free toilets just opposite.
Lovely place, ideal for snowshoeing, quiet, with the ski lift closed during this period.
Quiet place to spend the night. The clearing is very large, with no parking problems, and close to the forest.
Great view with trails for walking/cycling. Very quiet other than the cowbells, but we slept very well. Toilets open all night.
Large gravel parking area, with several flat spaces next to the forest. The nights were quiet. At the edge of the forest is the start/finish of the Elves Trail, as well as a small stream below, which is great for children.
Very beautiful view, very quiet, with clean toilets 50 meters away. However, be aware that a helicopter may arrive; we were woken by one landing 30 meters away :)
Alone for the night at the beginning of September. A few cars passed during the night, but nothing disturbing. A small public bin at the start of the hiking trail allows you to dispose of some waste.
Super beautiful, isolated, quiet. The Sentier Guormand is worth it. Otherwise, you can also explore on your own. If having the set menu, make a reservation.
Large, relatively flat parking area. Quiet spot on the edge of the forest and at the start of many walks.
Cool and quiet, with the sound of bells and toilets 50 meters away.
Great! Fairly flat, very quiet in summer, and the very clean toilets remain open all night.
We spent an excellent night here, cool and peaceful. The other people present were friendly. More than enough space. A small stream below for children. Huge thanks to the municipality for providing clean, working toilets. Unfortunately, we could not find out how to pay the tourist tax.
