Boucherville Islands National Park

Located in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, just a few kilometers from Montreal, this green island covers an area of 8.14 square kilometers. It offers green spaces, channels teeming with life and waterfront trails, much to the delight of campers, hikers, cyclists, canoeists and kayakers who come here to soak up the sun and fresh air.

Several discovery activities will help you discover the treasures of flora and fauna found on these five islands in the river. The park is home to over 200 species of land and water birds, so you’re sure to have some great encounters. Not to mention the white-tailed deer, a mammal that doesn’t go unnoticed in the park’s abundant open spaces.

A permanent exhibition at the Interpretation Centre helps visitors better understand the treasures and special features of the Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville. The Boucher-de-Grosbois archaeological site allows visitors to rediscover the way of life of the Amerindians (St. Lawrence Iroquoians) who inhabited the territory over 2,000 years ago. Interpretation panels can be found along the hiking and cycling trails. At the northern end of Île de la Commune, an observation tower provides a view of the marshes.

In winter, Sainte-Marguerite Island offers many trails for snowshoeing, fatbike riding, Nordic skiing and hiking on snow. Snow-covered landscapes create a peaceful atmosphere for observing animals and signs of their presence.

Access

From Highway 20 West, take Exit 1 onto Highway 25 North, just before the Louis-Hyppolyte-LaFontaine tunnel. From Montreal, cross the Louis-H-Lafontaine tunnel to Autoroute 25 south and take Exit 1. Keep right on the ramp to Île Charron (pass over Autoroute 25 on bridge).

River shuttles also link the park with the cities of Boucherville, Longueuil and Montreal (departing from Promenade Bellerive park in the east of the city).