Parc national de Plaisance

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Plaisance—the name evokes the pleasantness of a landscape broken by bays, ponds, and marshes. Cyclists and pedestrians can explore this landscape to their heart's content, thanks to a shuttle bus that runs from one headland to the other. In spring, Plaisance puts on a performance with thousands of Canada Geese. Come summer, it's a paradise for ducks, herons, ospreys, and dozens of other species. It's also the Ottawa River's soft breeze that makes the tall grasses bend and toss in a wave-like roll across the Petite Presqu'île, not far from the campground. Discover summer at Parc national de Plaisance.

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Cruise aboard a pontoon boat

Guided pontoon boat cruises on calm waters are an invitation to discover the world of birds and treat your eyes to some beautiful bucolic scenery.

Periods:

May 22 to October 10, 2010 (Details, in French only)

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Boating Activities

Rent a canoe or kayak and let yourself drift across the quiet waters in a world of ducks, irises, turtles, and dragonflies. The park's indented bays and marshes are a wondrous backdrop to this kind of outing.

Period: May 22 to October 11, 2010

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Swimming

Campers and visitors have access to a supervised swimming pool. Entry fee for visitors.

Periods:

June 24 to August 29, 2010
Weekend of September 4, 2010

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Cycling

Take your time biking through different habitats, with no cars or traffic lights, while breathing the sweet fragrances of the Ottawa River. For 26 km, you'll be enchanted by the Petite Presqu'île and Grande Presqu'île trails or those of the Thurso sector.

For cyclists or hikers who wish to discover the park at their own pace, a pontoon boat, the Weskarini, also provides a shuttle service between the park's two sectors.

New this summer: rent a Tripod three-wheeler! Designed by the Québec-based company CO2zero, this new type of tricycle combines safe riding with a sporty look and feel.

Period: April 30 to October 11, 2010

Table of trails

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Hiking

The Zizanie-des-Marais trail runs for 1 km and has a floating boardwalk and a lookout tower. The marsh edge bustles day and night with the life of birds, fishes, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. From the Discovery and Visitors Centre, you can also walk along 3 hiking trails that will show you other habitats.

For cyclists or hikers who wish to discover the park at their own pace, a pontoon boat, the Weskarini, also provides a shuttle service between the park's two sectors.

Period: April 30 to October 11, 2010

Table of trails

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The School of Nature

A place for conservation and education, Parc national de Plaisance is a laboratory in a natural setting. Come to class with our dedicated park wardens or welcome them to your school! The beauty, integrity, and cultural/historical characteristics of this territory have inspired six recreational/educational activities. Aimed at elementary, high school or college students, these activities will help them get in touch with their environment, make them understand its fragility, and take them through a memorable real-world experience ...

Consult the brochure Explore. Discover. Learn (in French only) (pdf: 1.16 MB)

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Huttopia Tent (ready-to-camp)

Follow the Petite Presqu'Île road, stop at the Buttes campground, and tuck into the comfort of a Huttopia tent. The 13 tents are fully equipped and will win you over to this outdoor activity.

Period: April 30 to October 11, 2010

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Yurt

Come and melt into the park's natural decor by staying in one of our 6 yurts. This form of accommodation will delight you with its comfort, originality, and privacy.

Periods:

April 30 to October 11, 2010
April 29 to October 10, 2011

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Cabin

You'll appreciate the comfort of the Maison Blais, a farmhouse on Petite Presqu'Île. It's fully equipped and can accommodate 8 people. For lovely summer evenings, a BBQ is also available. Bedding, however, is not provided.

Period: April 30 to October 11, 2010

Accommodation table

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Tent-Trailers (ready-to-camp)

Make your life easier with a stay in a tent-trailer at the Marmottes campground. Two tent-trailers are waiting to let you relax perfectly in a natural setting.

Period: April 30 to October 11, 2010

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Camping

Camping buffs can pitch a tent at one of 132 sites in a wooded environment near Baie Parisien. If you wish to camp as a group, there are one site that can accommodate 45 people. A trail along the bay will lead you to the community centre, the swimming pool, and the playground.

Period: April 30 to October 11, 2010

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