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📍 Montérégie· County Le Haut-Saint-Laurent· Dundee

Lac-Saint-François National Wildlife Reserve

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📍 7600 chemin de la Pointe-Fraser, Dundee, Québec, J0S1L0

The Lac-Saint-François National Wildlife Reserve features a captivating landscape where biodiversity takes center stage. It is an ideal spot for beginner paddlers looking to explore calm waters while observing local wildlife in a serene setting.

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Why go

Just a few hours from Montreal, the Lac-Saint-François National Wildlife Reserve offers a complete immersion in nature. It's the perfect spot for water activity lovers and hikers, while being accessible for a day trip.

What to do

Kayaking and Canoeing: Explore the calm and clear waters of the lake, ideal for beginners. Whether solo or in a group, these activities will allow you to discover the natural beauty of the reserve.
Hiking: Enjoy well-maintained trails to walk through nature while admiring the local wildlife and flora.
Nature Observation: Take the time to observe the birds and other animals that inhabit this beautiful reserve, an enriching experience for nature enthusiasts.

Nearby

After a day of activities, relax on the shores of the lake with a picnic with family or friends. Enjoy the peaceful environment to recharge.

Getting there

From Montreal, expect about a 1 hour and 30 minutes drive to reach the Lac-Saint-François National Wildlife Reserve.

Good to know

Be sure to check the weather conditions before your visit and bring water and snacks. Don't forget your camera to capture the beautiful landscapes and wildlife.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type

Lake

Avg. depth

3 m

Length

10 km

Elevation

60 m

Place type

National wildlife area

Region

Montérégie

County

Le Haut-Saint-Laurent

Pets

Allowed

Parking

Available

ParkingToiletsDogs allowed

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The stay

Practical info

National wildlife area — recreational canoeing, recreational kayaking, rabaska canoeing, hiking, geocaching.

📍 Contact

7600 chemin de la Pointe-Fraser, Dundee, Québec, J0S1L0

County : Le Haut-Saint-Laurent

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Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

Canot récréatif
Kayak récréatif
Rabaska

Land activities

Hiking

Recreation & discovery

Géocaching
Nature interpretation
Self-guided tour
Guided tour
Ponton

Facilities

Belvédère / tour d'observation
Interpretation panels
Service pavilion
Walking trail
Restrooms
Shop
Guide accompagnateur

Food & dining

Picnic area

Services

Chiens (en laisse) admis
Animation disponible
Réservation obligatoire
Tarif de groupe
Visite guidée en anglais
Visite guidée en français

Accessibility

Adapted activities & equipment

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

Hiking

Hiking trails nearby

Circuit du Paysan
0.7 km

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

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