We just did a 8 days trip in Abitibi up to Matagami (entrance of James Bay) and came back to Maniwaki; where we left.
We did about 1300 miles. Fantastic Trails and Scenery. No traffic.
From my 30 years of sledding experience, Abitibi comes first, second is Beauce Chaudière-Appalaches.
My 2 cents,
Guy