Blessed with impressive water resources (over 4,000 lakes), the vast territory of Réserve faunique La Vérendrye comprises Grand lac Victoria and two enormous reservoirs, Dozois (61 km long and 34 km wide) and Cabonga (404 km2) in addition to being bordered by a bay of the Baskatong Reservoir (329 km2). The reservoirs are fed by rivers whose names call to mind local cultures: Chochocouane, Capitachouane, des Outaouais, Gens de Terre. In short, this wildlife reserve, which overlaps the regions of Outaouais and Abitibi-Témiscamingue, is home to a canoe-camping and fishing paradise.

Be careful when you are on the large reservoirs. The landscape is subject to change without notice, as the floating islands modify the panorama that awaits explorers. Less adventuresome vacationers will appreciate Le Domaine and its laid-back daily routine, which includes hosted activities that are very dear to parents looking to make their vacation a time of relaxation. Campers will also find what they are looking for as La Vérendrye has 47 campgrounds totaling more than 1,250 campsites. Finally, with the approach of fall comes the opportunity to renew with age-old hunting traditions on these game-filled territories.

Main Attractions

Two immense reservoirs: Cabonga and Dozois Over 800 km of canoe-camping circuits for freshwater adventures. Permanent exhibition at the Southern Registration Centre: fur-bearing animals, fish and birds Interpretation trails:   Chutes du lac Roland Falls: adaptation of animals and plants to their environment   The mysterious forest of Lac de la Vieille: formation of a peatland and characteristic flora   Le Domaine: northern pike spawning ground   Grand Lac Victoria's Baie des Sables (marsh trail with a wooden sidewalk linking the Baie du Till and Baie des Sables campgrounds)

Wildlife and Other Developments

The forest of Réserve faunique La Vérendrye is exploited by the logging industry under Timber Supply and Forest Management Agreements (CAAF) awarded by the ministère des Ressources naturelles de la Faune et des Parcs du Québec. The logging of mature forests ensures the regeneration of the forest and, at the same time, provides a more abundant food source for several animal species, as well as high-quality habitats. In addition, an integrated resource management plan allows the various representatives of forest users to collaborate in a cooperative effort to ensure that everyone's interests are taken into account, while respecting the principle of sustainable development.