Access your favorites, share your photos and more.

📍 Lanaudière· County L'Assomption· L'assomption

The Blue Route - L'Assomption River - L'Outaragasipi

🚣 Water🥾 Hiking🏖️ Swimming Kayak Canoe Stand-up paddleboard+2

📍 2715 Boulevard de l'Ange Gardien Nord, L'assomption, Québec, J5W 4R8

The L'Assomption River offers an enchanting route, surrounded by lush landscapes and small waterfalls. It's an excellent choice for intermediate paddlers looking to explore nature while enjoying a peaceful atmosphere.

Add your photos or videos

Know this spot? Share your real photos: credited to you, in your personal gallery. The best ones replace the listing image.

🎥 Your videos come straight from your social networks (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook): they stay linked to your account and point back to your channel — more exposure for you, and a livelier listing.

🌦️ 7-day forecast

Why go

Looking for a peaceful getaway near Montreal? The blue route of the L'Assomption River awaits you with its enchanting landscapes and crystal-clear waters. It's the perfect spot to recharge in nature.

What to do

Come explore the river by kayak or canoe, and let the current carry you while you admire the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. For thrill-seekers, stand-up paddleboarding is a great option to discover the river while getting a workout. Don't forget to take a break to observe the local wildlife that inhabits the riverbanks.

Nearby

Enjoy a picnic by the water or simply relax while listening to the gentle murmur of the river. Several resting areas will allow you to savor a moment of tranquility.

Getting there

From Montreal, expect about a 1 hour and 15-minute drive to reach this beautiful natural site. Take Highway 40 towards Lanaudière and follow the signs.

Good to know

Be sure to bring water and snacks for your adventure. Check the weather conditions before heading out, and don't forget your sunscreen!

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type

River

Avg. depth

2 m

Length

30 km

Elevation

80 m

Place type

Trail

Region

Lanaudière

County

L'Assomption

Parking

Available

ParkingToilets

Recommended gear

Our picks to enjoy the water — real Amazon photos and prices.

Amazon affiliate links — at no extra cost to you. Price at time of display.

The stay

Practical info

Trail — recreational canoeing, sea kayaking, recreational kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding.

📍 Contact

2715 Boulevard de l'Ange Gardien Nord, L'assomption, Québec, J5W 4R8

County : L'Assomption

Official site →

Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

Canot récréatif
Sea kayaking
Kayak récréatif
Stand-up paddleboard

Facilities

Beach
Restrooms

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

Community reviews

Be the first to review this spot!

🏄 Paddled here? Rate this spot on 5 criteria and share your photos.

Want us to feature your place?

We can visit your place, take photos and videos, and write an article to showcase it to thousands of outdoor lovers. Contact us to learn about the terms and conditions.

Data source: Données Québec — SIT Québec (CC-BY 4.0) · CC BY 4.0 (data modified and enriched)

Explore more