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📍 Lanaudière· County Matawinie· Saint-Zénon

ZEC Lavigne

🚣 Water🥾 Hiking🧗 Adventure🐦 Nature🎣 Hunting & fishing Kayak Canoe+3

📍 541, rang de L'Arnouche, Saint-Zénon, Québec, J0K 3N0

ZEC Lavigne provides a beautiful natural setting with its peaceful lakes surrounded by lush forests. It's an ideal spot for beginner paddlers looking to get started in canoeing in a serene environment.

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Why go

Nestled in the beautiful Lanaudière region, ZEC Lavigne is the perfect spot for a nature getaway just a few hours from Montreal. With its crystal-clear waters and picturesque landscapes, you will quickly be charmed by the beauty of this place.

What to do

Canoeing: Explore the rivers and lakes by canoe, perfect for beginners and families.
Hiking: Discover the trails winding through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding nature.
Geocaching: Have fun hunting for hidden treasures in the area, a perfect activity for adventurers seeking surprises.

Nearby

After a day of activities, enjoy a picnic by the water or relax in the tranquility of the surrounding nature.

Getting there

From Montreal, expect about a 1.5-hour drive to reach ZEC Lavigne, a pleasant journey that will quickly immerse you in nature.

Good to know

Don’t forget to bring plenty of water and snacks for your day. Also, check the weather before you head out, and make sure you have all the necessary gear to make the most of your adventure.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type

Lake

Avg. depth

5 m

Length

10 km

Elevation

300 m

Fishing

Allowed

Place type

Controlled harvesting zone (ZEC)

Region

Lanaudière

County

Matawinie

Parking

Available

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The stay

Practical info

Controlled harvesting zone (ZEC) — whitewater canoeing, canoe camping, fishing, hunting, hiking.

📍 Contact

541, rang de L'Arnouche, Saint-Zénon, Québec, J0K 3N0

County : Matawinie

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Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

Canot d'eau vive
Canoe camping
Fishing

Land activities

Chasse
Hiking
Escalade de rocher

Recreation & discovery

Géocaching
Nature interpretation

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Hiking

Hiking trails nearby

Boucle Zen Nature
57.5 km

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