Parc national d'Oka

Location

Parc national d'Oka lies in the Laurentides tourism region.

Area: 23.7 km²

 

Access and Operating Period

Get directions

Parc national d'Oka has 2 entrances. The main entrance to the park is on Route 344, and is the entrance to the campground.

Between May 1 and October 31, the secondary entrance, at the western tip of Highway 640, is for beach access. Please follow the signs for easy access to the park.

Between November 1 and April 30, the park can only be reached from Route 344. Access by Highway 640 is closed in winter.

Alternative path from the South Shore: Take Highway 30 and Highway 40 towards Gatineau. Follow the signs for the Oka-Hudson ferry ($). Coming off the ferry, turn right on Notre-Dame street. The park entrance is at 2.8 km on the right.

Public charging stations for electric vehicles

A level 2 charging station is available at the beach parking lot. Details

Tranport Service

A transportation service is offered by Navette Nature from Montreal.

Additional Information

Parc national d'Oka is open year-round. When planning your activities, check to find out when services are available for each sector. In the winter, check the snow conditions for more information.

Le Littoral Visitors Centre
Boutique Nature and rental centre

Boutique Nature schedule: year-round (every day, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Rental centre schedule (bicycle):

• May to June (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
• June to August (every day, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
• August to Labour Day (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Rental center schedule (winter equipment) :

• December to March (every day, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Camping main gatehouse
Welcome, park entry fee and parking when lifeguard is in duty.

Parking Fees

Periods: 

• May to October (every day, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
• November to April (every day, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Park gatehouse (Grande-Baie sector)
Welcome and park entry fee

Period: May to October (every day, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Park gatehouse (Calvaire d'Oka sector)
Welcome and park entry fee

Period: year-round (every day, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Park gatehouse (beach)
Welcome, park entry fee and parking when lifeguard is in duty.

Period: June to Labour Day (every day, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

Community Centre
Convenience store and coin laundry

Periods :

• May
  • Friday and Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• June to Labour Day
  • Sunday to Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Friday and Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Labour Day to Thanksgiving
  • Friday and Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Community hall and playground

Period: year-round

Nautical rental center

Periods :

• May to June (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
• June to August (every day, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
• August to Labor Day (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

Last rentals at 4:45 p.m.

Dairy bar

Periods :

• May to June (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.)
• June to August 25, 2024 (every day, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.)
• August 26 to September 15, 2024 (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.)

Snack bar

Periods :

• May to June (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 11 p.m. to 6 p.m.)
• June to August 25, 2024 (every day, from 11 p.m. to 6 p.m.)
• August 26, 2024 to Thanksgiving (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 11 p.m. to 6 p.m.)

The calendar and schedules are subject to change without notice. They may also vary according to weather conditions.

Universal Access

See the full description of facilities and services available for this clientele.

Services

Le Littoral shop

• Souvenirs items
• Clothing and accessories for adults and children
• Technical clothing (offer varies according to the season)
• Outdoor products
• Convenience store products (during low season)

Convenience store

• Outdoor and camping products
• Souvenirs items
• Clothing and accessories for adults and children
• Convenience store products (grocery, pharmacy)
• Local and terroir products
• Fresh coffee and pastries

Equipment Rental

Summer

• Baby carrier hiking bag
• Bikes for children*
• Chariot carriers for kids*
• Hippocampe recreational wheelchair for mobility impaired (free)
• Hybrid bikes
• Kayak (solo or tandem)
• Life jackets
• Pedal boat
• Stand up paddle
• Wind surfer

Winter

• Cross-country skiing equipment (classic and skate skiing - adult and children)
• Fatbike
• Snowshoes (adult and children)
• Snowsleds
• Ski-vel: A piece of equipment on which you can install a wheelchair for access to the winter hiking trails (free)

* Subject to availability, equipment for children in a family situation may be borrowed free of charge.

Food Services

Snack bar

• Snack bar menu
• Sandwiches
• Beverages
• Frozen treats
• Snacks

Dairy bar

• Soft ice cream
• Hard ice cream
• Barbotine
• Hurricane
• Other ice cream delights

Ski Shop

The ski shop staff will be happy to advise you about trails, ski waxing and skiing. They also offer the following services:

• Sale of materials and accessories for ski maintenance and waxing

Ski School

To discover, improve and develop your cross-country skiing techniques, 3 ½ to 14 years old can take courses at the park's ski school. Details

Services for families

To better plan your activities, please consult our family services.

Nearby Services

Accommodations

Within a 15-mile radius of the park, you will find inns, bed and breakfasts and motels.

Restaurants and Other Services in Oka and Immediate Area

• Athletic and outdoor equipment stores
• Banks and credit unions with automatic teller machines
• Car rentals
• Family restaurant and snack bar
• Grocery store
• Pharmacies
• Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ) (liquor store)

Contact Information

Mailing Address:
2020 Chemin d'Oka
Oka (Québec)  J0N 1E0

Telephone : 450 479-8365

Fax : 450 479-6250

parc.oka@sepaq.com

Tourist accommodation
Registration number 199986

Important

Regulations

Regulations are in effect in Québec national parks. Before going to a national park, check the main rules and recommendations to better plan your visit. Details

Pets

Since May 17, 2019, dogs are allowed. However, they are only allowed in certain areas. Check out the applicable rules and authorized sites.

Guide dogs and service dogs are allowed everywhere. Other pets are still prohibited in national parks.

Companion Leisure Card (CAL)

Companion Leisure Card (CAL) holders may be accompanied free of charge by one person during a visit in a Québec national park. Find out more

Filming

A private individual or production company must obtain prior authorization to carry out a video shoot or photo session on Sépaq-managed territories. Find out more

Documentation

Discovery Guide Winter trail guide (in French only) List of activities offered (in French only) Careful by nature

External Links

Association touristique des Laurentides Bonjour Québec Camping Québec Agence métropolitaine de transport SOPFEU : Carte danger d'incendie Traverse Oka-Hudson