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Île-de-la-Visitation Nature Park

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Québec

Montréal

Île-de-la-Visitation Nature Park

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Île-de-la-Visitation Nature Park

01:30

5.89km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 14, 2026

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Parc-nature de l'Île-de-la-Visitation

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Start point

Parking

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254 m

Riverside Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This scenic path follows the banks of the Rivière des Prairies through Île-de-la-Visitation Nature Park. The trail runs beside powerful rapids created by the river’s natural drop and the nearby hydroelectric dam. Several viewpoints along the path allow you to watch the fast-moving water rushing through the rocky channel, making this one of the most dramatic river landscapes in Montréal.

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2.54 km

Île-de-la-Visitation

Highlight • River

Located along the Rivière des Prairies in northern Montréal, Île-de-la-Visitation Nature Park is a peaceful green space known for its riverside scenery and historic landmarks. Trails follow the river’s edge where fast-moving rapids create one of the most dramatic stretches of water in the city. The island also has an important industrial past, with historic mill buildings that once powered Montréal’s early industries. Today, it’s a popular place for walking, cycling, and enjoying nature without leaving the city.

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5.15 km

Rivière des Prairies Hydroelectric Dam

Highlight • Monument

The Rivière des Prairies Hydroelectric Dam spans the powerful current of the Rivière des Prairies beside Île-de-la-Visitation Nature Park. Built in the early 20th century, the dam harnesses the river’s strong flow to generate hydroelectric power. From nearby viewpoints and trails you can watch the water rushing through the structures and over the rocky riverbed, creating one of the most dynamic stretches of water in Montréal. It’s a fascinating place to see how the river’s natural force has been used to produce energy.

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5.89 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.56 km

229 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.21 km

1.58 km

451 m

369 m

157 m

114 m

Elevation

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