SÉPAQ parks
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Centre touristique du Lac-Simon
In the heart of the Outaouais region, the Lac-Simon Tourist Centre is a must-visit resort in Quebec. In summer, enjoy a 2-kilometer beach with clear water and fine sand, perfect for making memories. All water sports are offered on Lac Simon, and there are 17 kilometers of multi-purpose trails for walking and biking. For children: trampoline, climbing games, slides, and free animated activities. In winter, observe white-tailed deer and enjoy cross-country skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing.
Réserve faunique de Papineau-Labelle
Located between the Outaouais and Laurentides regions, the Papineau-Labelle Wildlife Reserve is the southernmost wildlife reserve in Quebec. Its rich and diverse vegetation makes it an ideal place for wildlife observation and outdoor activities such as hunting and sport fishing. The reserve is home to white-tailed deer, moose, and beavers, as well as water bodies inhabited by brook trout and lake trout.
Regional parks
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La Route des Zingues
La Route des Zingues, named in reference to the Spice Route, winds between Lake Gagnon and Lake Preston, offering discovery of several captivating viewpoints. It was designated a national trail in 2011. According to Rando-Québec, this trail is among the most beautiful in the entire SNQ. It starts at the base of Mount Kajakokanak and follows the ridge between Lake Gagnon and Lake Preston. Currently, it concludes at Little Kidney Lake, marking the beginning of the Laurentian region.
Municipal trails
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Sentier du lac de la Ferme
A small 3.5 km hiking trail circles Lac de la Ferme. A few slopes offer a good cardio workout, but overall, it's an enjoyable and relatively easy trail. Several strategically placed picnic tables along the way allow you to appreciate the beauty of the lake and the clarity of its waters.
46.013168, -75.096941
Sentier National Iroquois
The Iroquois Trail is a small path with minimal human intervention. Start from Chemin des Lacs to admire waterfalls from a lookout and cross a bridge over the cascades. In spring, the water flow is impressive. The trail follows the stream for 2.5 km to a bridge with a view of the river, then continues towards Duhamel. Don't miss the section towards Lac Simon with waterfalls and picnic tables. From there to Chemin Tour-du-Lac, it's a pleasant 3.7 km. The section from Chemin des Lacs to Lac de la Ferme (2.9 km) offers a view from a cliff and the hideout of Jack Wapic along the way.
1899, rue Principale Duhamel J0G1V0
www.municipalite.duhamel.qc.ca