Lake · Montpellier

Site récréotouristique du lac Croche

A stocked lake 14 km from Montpellier with a wood-heated shelter. Better yet, trout fishing stays open in winter here, December 20 to March 31.

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Good to know

Fishing: Stocked lake
Winter trout: Allowed December 20 to March 31
Trails: Over 30 km
Distance: 14 km from Montpellier
Lodge: Wood-heated day shelter

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Nearby

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Lake

Lac Blais

Montpellier

A stone's throw from Lac Croche and known for its wind. Unlike Croche, it closes to fishing on December 20.

Mini-golf course laid out under the trees

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Attraction

Meute Tanwen, traîneaux à chiens

Montpellier

A small family outfit where you drive your own team. Night rides and overnight trips in the woods if you're up for it.

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Lake

Lac Mulet

Montpellier

Linked to Lac Croche by trail. Unusual for the area, trout stays open here through the winter.

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Beach

Plage municipale de Lac-Simon

Lac-Simon

The village beach, with three lifeguards from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and free parking. The self-serve kayaks and boards are booked from your phone.

Log house with a metal roof used as a lodge in La Mauricie National Park

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Lodging

Horizon sur le Lac

Lac-Simon

Four-bedroom cottage sleeping 17, a short walk from Lac Simon. Hot tub, pets welcome.

Pine Lodge, a historic wooden inn on the Ottawa River in Bristol, Quebec

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Lodging

Domaine Forêt d'eau

Lac-Simon

Two-storey log chalet for a big crowd, up to 16 people, with a hot tub.

Events in Montpellier

UsuallyFeb2027

Outdoors

Kids' Ice Fishing Day at Lac Croche

MontpellierA Saturday in February, from 8 a.m. · 2027 dates to be announced

An ice-fishing morning to get kids hooked, run by Montpellier with Chénéville and Lac-Simon. Free permits for ages 6 to 17, a free hot-dog…

UsuallySep2027

Sports

Equestrian Skills Games

MontpellierEarly September · 2027 dates to be announced

A day of horseback skill challenges, second edition in 2026. Riders can arrive the day before and camp on site, with stalls for rent.

UsuallySep2027

Festival

Montpellier Medieval Festival

MontpellierLast weekend of September · 2027 dates to be announced

Jousting, knight fights, a Viking camp, a forge, a craft market, a banquet and fire shows at dusk. The 2026 theme was Caravans & Street…