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Larger lake statistics. This is a list of lakes of Quebec with an area larger than 400 km 2 (150 sq mi). [1][2][3][4]
- Lake Kipawa
- Wapizagonke Lake
- Lake Témiscouata
- Lac à L’Eau Claire
- Lake Sacacomie
- Lac Saint-Jean
- Lake Massawippi
- Lake Tremblant
- Lake Walker
- Lac Aux Américains
Abitibi -Témiscamingue Lake Kipawa has manycoves, arms and bays which branch out to reveal hundreds of small islands. Another distinctive feature of the lake is its depth, at an average of 104 m, which gives it a surprisingly dark appearance. With its irregular shape and dark waters, when seen from the air, the lake is often said to resemble a gian...
Mauricie Located in the western section of Mauricie National Park, Wapizagonke Lake is a favourite spot for visitors to the park. The lake has an elongated shape and stretches for about 15 km through lush forest, surrounded by the Laurentian Mountains. It is a little piece of paradise with no human activity to be seen for miles around. There are a ...
Bas St-Laurent Lake Témiscouata stretches 45 km through the centre of a long glacial valley. It is the second-largest lake on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River. The name Témiscouata comes from a Mi'gmaq word meaning "deep lake" and it's easy to see why, given the hilly landscape surrounding the lake. The hills rise sharply, only to disappea...
Mauricie Surrounded by the Laurentian Mountains, Lac à l’Eau Claire Lake has a circumference of 42 km and stretches across two municipalities: Saint-Élie-de-Caxton and Saint-Alexis-des-Monts. The lake also boasts a charming little island,Ile Margaret. While the Saint-Élie-de-Caxton side of the lake is not very touristy, the Saint-Alexis-des-Monts s...
Mauricie Also located in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts, Lake Sacacomie has a circumference of 42 km and its shape resembles two adjacent rectangles. These rectangles are separated by two peninsulas that converge towards Grosse île, the island at the centre of the lake. Lake Sacacomie has a total of 5 islands and the same number of deep coves. We can't tal...
Saguenay Lac St-Jean Thethird-largest lake in Quebec at 1,076,03 km2, Lac St-Jean gives its name to the region, Saguenay Lac-St-Jean . The Innu who gathered on the shores of the lake during the summer season called it Lake Piékouagami, meaning "flat lake". You will understand where this name came from once you get there. It appears to stretch endle...
Cantons-de-l'est Lake Massawippi is the deepest lake in the region, reaching a depth of up to 86 metres in some places. In fact, its name means "large deep lake" in Abenakis. The lake's history revolves largely around fishing. For many centuries, the lake was a privileged fishing territory for First Nations people. Today, many fishing tournaments a...
Laurentides Lake Tremblant stretches for 15 km at the base of Mount Tremblant. Although you can't see it from the village of Mont Tremblant, it is a significant part of the landscape as you venture higher up the mountain. Like the national park of the same name, the lake is particularly spectacular in the fall. In fact, the region is one of our top...
Côte-Nord Nestled in a glacial valley in the Port-Cartier-Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve, Lake Walker is the deepest lake in Quebec, with a depth of 280 metres. Surrounded by high rocky cliffs, it is over 30 km long and 4 km wide. The lake takes its name from British Admiral Hovenden Walker, who failed in his attempt to capture Quebec City in 1711. You...
Gaspésie Lac aux Américains is located at the heart of Gaspésie National Park . It is named after the American botanists who established their camp there at the beginning of the 20th century. To reach the lake, you will have to take the trail of the same name. This easy 2.9 km trail leads through the forest and is suitable for the whole family. The...
Jun 13, 2013 · The almost perfectly circular lake of the Ungava Peninsula of Quebec, Canada was formed by a meteorite plummeting from space and impacting the earth almost 1.4 million years ago.
Manicouagan Reservoir (also Lake Manicouagan / m æ n ɪ k w ɑː ɡ ən,-ɡ ɒ̃ /) is an annular lake in central Quebec, Canada, covering an area of 1,942 km 2 (750 sq mi). The lake island in its centre is known as René-Levasseur Island, and its highest point is Mount Babel.
- Lake Saint Jean. Lake Saint Jean is one of the largest lakes in Quebec, Canada. It is located in the Saguenay Lac Saint Jean region. The lake has nearly 42 kilometers of beaches and over 250 islands.
- Lake Kipawa. Located in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region in Southwest Quebec, Lake Kipawa is right next to the Kebaowek Reserve. The lake has deep bays lined with innumerable beaches.
- Lake Massawippi. This lake is situated in the heart of the Massawippi Valley, among rolling hills and lush green forests. Lake Massawippi is a popular spot for boating, swimming, birdwatching, and fishing.
- Cabonga Reservoir. Cabonga Reservoir is a large man-made lake in central Quebec. It is surrounded by green forests and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Jun 23, 2021 · Here is our list of 10 of the most stunning lakes in Quebec. 1. Lake Mistassini. Located in the James Bay region, Lake Mistassini is Quebec’s largest natural lake at 100 miles long and covering 575,00 acres. The lake is legendary for fishing, but it’s hard to get to by road.
Jun 11, 2019 · Quebec: Caniapiscau Reservoir. The Caniapiscau Reservoir is the largest lake in Quebec and Canada’s second largest reservoir. It is located on the upper part of the Caniapiscau River and is part of the James Bay Project, which involved construction of several hydroelectric power stations.
