The Société des Parcs régionaux de la Matawinie is proud to present a brand new tourist product designed to introduce visitors to two of the region’s most magnificent bodies of water: Lac Taureau and Lac Archambault.

Sail aboard the brand-new bateau-mouche, offering 360-degree panoramic views and the possibility of stopovers depending on the cruise chosen. There are few lake cruises in Quebec that offer a natural, untamed landscape with the possibility of stops along the way.

Located in Saint-Michel-des-Saints and covering an area of 95 km2, Lac Taureau boasts several sandy beaches, numerous islands, a dam and typical boreal forest flora and fauna. It is the largest lake less than 2 hours from Montreal.

Lac Taureau is also rich in heritage! In 1931, the government authorized the creation of this reservoir when the dam on the Matawin River, from which it takes its name, was built. This construction flooded many surrounding lands, including an entire village (Saint-Ignace-du-Lac), which was forced into exile. Today, a rich witness to this past, an island in the lake stands on the site where the church once stood. Tales and legends are told on board our Lac Taureau cruises.

In Saint-Donat, you’ll have the chance to discover the region from another angle, right on the waters of Lac Archambault!

Named in honor of Louis Archambault, Quebec’s Minister of Agriculture and Public Works, who helped develop the region in the early 1870s, Lac Archambault has contributed to Saint-Donat’s reputation. The heart of the village is just a stone’s throw from Parc des Pionniers, a must-see attraction for residents and visitors alike, who enjoy one of the many outdoor activities on offer throughout the year. Even today, Lac Archambault attracts vacationers in search of a protected natural environment. Saint-Donat is located near Mont-Tremblant National Park, less than 90 minutes from Montreal.