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La Gabelle Nature Park

La Gabelle Nature Park

🚣 Water🥾 Hiking❄️ Winter🐦 Nature+5
📍 4280 rang des Grès, Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Québec, G0X3J0

La Gabelle Nature Park provides a peaceful setting with its preserved natural landscapes. Ideal for families and beginners, this tranquil lake allows you to enjoy the surrounding wildlife and flora while paddling.

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Why go

Just a few hours from Montreal, Parc nature La Gabelle invites you to discover a natural haven where water activities blend with the tranquility of the landscapes. Perfect for a family or friends getaway, this park is a true peaceful retreat.

What to do

  • Stand-up paddle: Glide across the calm waters of the lake while admiring the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, the experience is accessible to everyone.
  • Kayaking and canoeing: Set off on an adventure on the lake with a kayak or canoe. Explore the coves and shores while enjoying a moment of relaxation on the water.
  • Hiking: After a session on the water, enjoy the marked trails for a hike that will allow you to observe local wildlife and breathe in the fresh Mauricie air.

Nearby

After a day of activities, why not have a picnic on the shores of the lake or simply relax by the water? The park offers spaces conducive to relaxation and nature observation.

Getting there

From Montreal, expect about a 2-hour drive to reach this beautiful nature park. An easy journey that will quickly immerse you in a soothing environment.

Good to know

Remember to bring water and snacks for your day of activities. Also, check the weather conditions before heading out, and don't forget your camera to capture the landscapes.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type
Lake
Avg. depth
5 m
Length
3 km
Elevation
150 m
Fishing
Allowed
Place type
Regional park
Region
Mauricie
County
Les Chenaux
Pets
Allowed
Parking
Available
ParkingToiletsDogs allowed

The stay

Practical info

Regional park — recreational canoeing, sea kayaking, fishing, stand-up paddleboarding, hiking.

📍 Contact
4280 rang des Grès, Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Québec, G0X3J0
County : Les Chenaux
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Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

  • Canot récréatif
  • Sea kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Stand-up paddleboard

Land activities

  • Hiking
  • Snowshoeing

Recreation & discovery

  • Concert, spectacle
  • Nature interpretation
  • Yoga

Facilities

  • Restrooms

Food & dining

  • Picnic area

Services

  • Chiens (en laisse) admis

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