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Aventures Plein Air
📍 Laurentides· County La Rivière-du-Nord· Saint-Hippolyte

Aventures Plein Air

🚣 Water🥾 Hiking❄️ Winter🧗 Adventure+8
📍 42, rue de la Chaumine, Saint-Hippolyte, Québec, J8A2N4

Lake des Sables, surrounded by lush hills, provides a peaceful setting for paddling enthusiasts. Ideal for beginners, this water body allows you to enjoy nature while kayaking, canoeing, or paddleboarding.

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Why go

Dive into the enchanting world of the Laurentians, a natural space just a few hours from the city. With its crystal-clear lakes and breathtaking landscapes, it's the perfect place to escape the everyday.

What to do

  • Kayaking and canoeing: Glide across the calm waters of the lake and admire the surrounding natural beauty. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, this activity is accessible to all.
  • Stand-up paddleboarding: Explore the lake at your own pace while practicing stand-up paddleboarding. A relaxing experience that allows you to enjoy the scenery while getting some exercise.
  • Swimming: Take advantage of warm summer days to cool off in the lake's clear waters. It's the perfect spot to relax and have fun with family or friends.

Nearby

After a day of water activities, settle in for a picnic along the shores of the lake. Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the scenery, perfect for relaxing or observing nature.

Getting there

From Montreal, expect about a 1.5-hour drive to reach this peaceful destination. A simple and pleasant journey that will quickly immerse you in nature.

Good to know

Don't forget to bring your beach essentials, including sunscreen and towels. Also, be sure to check the weather conditions before heading out to ensure an enjoyable experience.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type
Lake
Avg. depth
5 m
Length
3 km
Elevation
350 m
Fishing
Allowed
Place type
Outdoor adventure site
Region
Laurentides
County
La Rivière-du-Nord
Parking
Available
Parking

The stay

Practical info

Outdoor adventure site — swimming, recreational canoeing, recreational kayaking, fishing, pedal boating.

📅 Season
Open every day
📍 Contact
42, rue de la Chaumine, Saint-Hippolyte, Québec, J8A2N4
County : La Rivière-du-Nord
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Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

  • Swimming
  • Canot récréatif
  • Kayak récréatif
  • Fishing
  • Pedal boat
  • Stand-up paddleboard

Land activities

  • Canicross
  • Hiking
  • Snowshoeing
  • Traîneau à chiens

Recreation & discovery

  • Balade motorisée
  • Concours / tournoi
  • Boat cruise / excursion
  • Snow tubing
  • Nature interpretation
  • Rallye
  • Guided tour
  • 4x4
  • Motoneige
  • Ponton
  • ATV / quad

Facilities

  • Guide accompagnateur
  • Soutien à l'organisation de congrès / d'événements

Food & dining

  • Picnic area
  • Permis d'alcool
  • Salle à manger

Services

  • Borne de recharge électrique
  • Animation disponible
  • Horaire particulier sur demande
  • Réservation obligatoire
  • Visite guidée en anglais
  • Visite guidée en français

Source: SIT Québec (Tourinsoft) — open data CC-BY 4.0.

Hiking

Hiking trails nearby

Trails located nearby — data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Distances computed from OSM tracks; verify on site.

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