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📍 Estrie· County Le Granit· Lac-Mégantic

Baie-des-sables Tourist Station

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📍 2370, chemin du Lac, Lac-Mégantic, Québec, G6B0B9

Baie-des-sables provides a peaceful and picturesque setting, perfect for beginners in stand-up paddleboard. The calm waters allow for a leisurely exploration of the surrounding landscapes, with views of the natural surroundings and aquatic wildlife.

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Why go

Just a few hours' drive from the city, Baie-des-sables Tourist Station offers you a peaceful haven in nature. It's the perfect place to escape and enjoy water activities in a charming setting.

What to do

Stand-up paddle: Explore the calm waters of the bay at your own pace. It's an accessible activity that allows you to admire the scenery while getting some exercise.
Kayaking and canoeing: Embark on an adventure in a kayak or canoe and discover the picturesque shores. Perfect for beginners, you'll be able to paddle in complete tranquility.
Swimming and relaxation: Enjoy the fine sandy beaches for a refreshing swim or relax in the sun with a good book in hand.

Nearby

After a day of activities, why not enjoy a picnic on the beach or simply relax by the water? There are spaces available for you to savor a meal outdoors.

Getting there

Baie-des-sables Tourist Station is about a 3-hour drive from Quebec City. Head towards Bas-Saint-Laurent and let the scenery enchant you.

Good to know

Don't forget to bring sunscreen and plenty of water to stay hydrated. Also, check the weather conditions before you head out to make the most of your day.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type

Bay

Water type

Flatwater

Avg. depth

3 m

Length

5 km

Elevation

10 m

Fishing

Allowed

Place type

Outdoor adventure site

Region

Estrie

County

Le Granit

Pets

Allowed

Parking

Available

ParkingToiletsDogs allowed

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The stay

Practical info

Outdoor adventure site — swimming, recreational canoeing, rowboating, recreational kayaking, luge d'eau.

📍 Contact

2370, chemin du Lac, Lac-Mégantic, Québec, G6B0B9

County : Le Granit

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Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

Swimming
Canot récréatif
Chaloupe à rames
Kayak récréatif
Luge d'eau
Fishing
Pêche sur la glace
Pedal boat
Stand-up paddleboard
Windsurfing
Rabaska
Sailing

Land activities

Hébertisme
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Ski alpin / planche à neige
Cross-country skiing
Ski de montagne / randonnée alpine
Ski nordique
Cycling
Volleyball de plage

Recreation & discovery

Kids activities
Film screening
Géocaching
Snow tubing
Nature interpretation
Mycologie
Quilles
Yoga
Chaloupe à moteur
Motomarine
Ponton

Facilities

Abri / relais chauffé
Outdoor playground
Laundry
Marina
Interpretation panels
Beach
Boat launch
Walking trail
Dump station
Restrooms
Vestiaire
Borne d'information interactive
Shop
Dépanneur
Eau potable
Électricité
Électricité - 30 ampères
Électricité - 50 ampères
Ice
Wi-Fi

Food & dining

Picnic area
Takeout

Services

Accès signalisé (panneaux bleus)
Borne de recharge électrique
Taxi disponible
Chiens (en laisse) admis
Chiens (en laisse) admis sur la plage
Support à vélos
Animation disponible
Ouverture possible hors-saison
Tarif de groupe

Accessibility

Adapted activities & equipment

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

Hiking

Hiking trails nearby

Roselin
1.6 km

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

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