Boucherville Islands National Park – Sépaq

Boucherville Islands National Park – Sépaq

Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville – Sépaq | Adventure Hunting Moose Deer Outfitters & Outdoors Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville – SépaqLess than 20 minutes from Montreal, discover the Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville. Camping, ready-to-camp, biking, kayaking, fishing, hiking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, all ways to come and enjoy nature and fill up on fresh air.Production: Go-VanDirections: Julien Roussin CôtéMusic: Klô Pelgag – Rayon Xsource 

National Park: Protected territory and life-size experiences

Just a few kilometers from Montreal, in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, 5 small islands form the Îles-de-Boucherville National Park. This park offers green spaces, channels teeming with life and waterfront trails. Walkers, cyclists and canoeists come here to breathe the fresh air and escape the noise of the city. Others will take a trip back in time to discover the first nations to visit the park’s islands. In winter, Sainte-Marguerite Island offers skiers and snowshoers snow-covered landscapes and a peaceful atmosphere conducive to observing animals and signs of their presence. 21 km of multi-purpose trails let you discover the site’s finest attractions. But for those who want to avoid the beaten track, nearly 15 km of rustic trails provide access to the islands’ most picturesque landscapes.sea kayaking, solo or duo, enter the fascinating world of the waters that bathe the Boucherville islands. Two marked boating trails allow you to navigate between the different channels and make exceptional discoveries!Le Grand-Héron water trail

• Departures: Discovery and service center or Grosbois campsite
• Duration: approx. 3 h
• Length: 8 km
• Level: intermediate

Le Castor water trail

• Departure: Grosbois campsite
• Duration: approx. 1 h 30
• Length: 4 km
• Level: easy

TrailmapMandatory: to rent equipment, you must make a reservation by telephone (450 928-5088 option 1) at least 24 hours in advance and no earlier than 8 days in advance. Available from May 21, 2022, according to the following schedule. Paddles, oars and flotation jackets are included in the rental price. Please note that watercraft rentals may be suspended at any time without notice due to navigation conditions on the river.Check our Facebook page This link will open in a new window.for closure notices. Children under 5 years of age are not allowed on rental boats. The minimum age for being alone in a boat is 16. Equipment is available at the Île Sainte-Marguerite rental center and at the Grosbois service center for campers. If you have your own equipment, use the launch at the rental center. Unauthorized vehicles. Carts for launching canoes and kayaks are available from the rental center. Period: mid-May to mid-October (depending on river conditions) A canoe trip through the lush vegetation of the great marshes of the Chenal du Courant is an unforgettable experience. Get away from it all in the wilderness, 10 km from downtown Montreal! Le Grand-Héron water trail

• Departures: Discovery and service center or Grosbois campsite
• Duration: approx. 3 h
• Length: 8 km
• Level: intermediate

Le Castor water trail

• Departure: Grosbois campsite
• Duration: approx. 1 h 30
• Length: 4 km
• Level: easy

TrailmapMandatory: to rent equipment, you must make a reservation by telephone (450 928-5088 option 1) at least 24 hours in advance and no earlier than 8 days in advance. Available from May 21, 2022, according to the following schedule. Paddles, oars and flotation jackets are included in the rental price. Please note that watercraft rentals may be suspended at any time without notice due to navigation conditions on the river.Check our Facebook page This link will open in a new window.for closure notices. Children under 5 years of age are not allowed on rental boats. The minimum age for being alone in a boat is 16. Equipment is available at the Île Sainte-Marguerite rental center and at the Grosbois service center for campers. If you have your own equipment, use the launch at the rental center. Unauthorized vehicles. Carts for launching canoes and kayaks are available from the rental center. Ensure your safety and respect the Period: mid-May to mid-October (depending on river conditions).Technical tips before setting out in a canoe (see video)