The marshy shores of Lac Boivin are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, which are easy to discover on the trails of the Centre d’interprétation de la nature du lac Boivin (CINLB). Painted turtles, tree frogs, American mink and dragonflies of all colors rub shoulders with a host of interesting avian species, including Wood ducks, Ring-necked ducks, Blue-winged teal and even the Least bittern, a species at risk in Canada, and many others.
In addition, a portion of the lake, as well as the marsh to the northeast of the water body, are classified as an Important Bird Area (IBA), providing a refuge and resting place for migratory birds. More than 200 bird species are counted here every year.
Lac Boivin is surrounded by a 10.3-km loop of multifunctional bike paths known as the Granbyenne. It’s part of the Estriade cycling network. It is accessible to hikers, wheelchair users, cyclists, skateboarders and in-line skaters. In winter, some trails are also accessible by cross-country skiers.
Boating in canoes, kayaks or any other pleasure craft on Lac Boivin allows residents to enjoy the lake and its scenery. However, boating is not permitted in the “marsh” section to the northeast of the lake. A boat rental service is also available at the Roger-Bédard pavilion in Daniel-Johnson Park during the summer months.
Please note that swimming is prohibited at all times in Lac Boivin and the Yamaska River.
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