Centre touristiquedu Lac‑Simon

Relax in the sun or enjoy the beach activities offered on 2 km of fine sand. A summer paradise for parents and children alike! Ball games, sand castles, volleyball, walking in the sun, or a family picnic… there’s something for everyone. A number picnic tables and charcoal barbecues are at your disposal.

Attention! Supervised swimming is not offered during the following periods:

• May 16 to June 20, 2025
• August 18 to October 13, 2025

Supervised bathing

Enjoy the clear water of Lac-Simon to cool off on hot days. Relax in the sun or swim under the watchful eyes of our lifeguard team.

Supervised swimming periods :

• June 21 to August 17, 2025
  • every day, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.*

* Dates and hours subject to change without notice.

Access free of charge for Annual Québec National Parks card holders. Rates apply for daily visitors.

To minimize the risks when bathing

Bathing should only be done at designated supervised sites and in accordance with current guidelines. Unsupervised bathing in all other areas is at your own risk. Find out more

A 2-km cycling path crosses a white pine stand before arriving on the cycling path of the town of Duhamel. The path is also accessible for strollers. Biking enthusiasts can take the municipality's new cycling path. The circuit run for about 20 kilometres (round trip) in the forest.

Don't forget to bring your bikes, as the bike rental is no longer available.

Explore the woods! A beautiful mixed forest offers 17 km of hiking trails that gives you the chance to learn more about the surrounding nature!

Poisson trail (around Lac de la Ferme): restricted access at certain times of the year.

Map and table of trails (in French only)

Québec fishing licence required. A fishing license can be purchase at the Ultramar in Chenéville.

Fishing on Lac Simon

An angler's paradise, Lac Simon is a habitat for many sports fishing species. Lake trout, landlocked salmon, whitefish, smallmouth bass or speckled trout...proof that the lake is in good health. Try your luck! 

Please note that motor boats are allowed on Lac Simon. Boats of more than 30 ft are not allowed.

Inspection, descent and boat parking services (marina) for the day, the week or the season offered by Location Sport Duhamel.

Fishing at Lac de la Ferme

Just a few minutes from the campground, there's a perfect sport for family fishing. From the edge of this pretty lake, you can tantalize speckled trout or smallmouth bass. Gas motors boats are prohibited on the lake.

Bring your fishing gear and come to the information building for canoe rentals. 

Mini playgrounds located at the beach and near beach cabins.

Children must be under parental supervision at all times, even if animators are on site to supervise the children at play.

Playground on the beach

Come enjoy the giant trampoline, climbing rock, and pirates boat! Children must be under parental supervision.

Opening periods of the slides and the trampoline (schedule is subject to change without notice):

• May 16 to October 13, 2025
  • every day, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., depending on the weather. There will be no animator on site. Children must be under parental supervision.

Guided activities

From June 21 to August 17, 2025, come and discover nature from another angle with our animators! 

Pick up the animation schedule at the reception center.

Bring your boat or rent one here. The 2,800-hectare Lac Simon and the tranquility of Lac de la Ferme have a wide range of discoveries in store for you. Explore the shores aboard a canoe, kayak, stand up paddle, or row boat, go birdwatching or cast your fishing line.

Watercraft rental periods for Lac Simon:

• May 16 to June 20, 2025
  • Saturday and Sunday, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.* (service offered from the Beach Pavilion)
  • Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.* (service offered from the information building)
• June 21 to August 17, 2025
  • every day, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.*
• August 18 to September 1, 2025
  • every day, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.* (service offered from the Beach Pavilion)
• September 2 to October 13, 2025
  • Saturday and Sunday, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.* (service offered from the Beach Pavilion)
  • Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.* (service offered from the information building)

Watercraft rental periods for Lac de la Ferme (service offered from the information building):

• May 16 to June 20, 2025
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.*
• June 21 to September 1, 2025
  • every day, from 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.*
• September 2 to October 13, 2025
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.*

* Last rental 1 hour before closure.

Rental rates

Technical advices before going canoeing (see the video)

Please note that motor boats are allowed on Lac Simon, but not allowed on Lac de la Ferme. Boats of more than 30 ft are not allowed.

Inspection, descent and boat parking services (marina) for the day, the week or the season offered by Location Sport Duhamel

Centre touristique du Lac-Simon offers 12 km of trails designed for cross-country skiing. These family-accessible trails are set out near the cabins and in the forest of the Centre. Bring your own equipment or rent one on site.

Trails are groomed on Thursday and Sunday, depending on snow conditions.

Sizes available for rent :

• Skis: 176 to 206 cm
• Boots: 36 to 47
• Poles: 95 to 145 cm

Rental periods:

The schedule is subject to change without notice. For more information, contact us at 819-428-7931.

• December 20, 2024 to January 1, 2025 (depending on snow conditions)
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last rental at 3:30 p.m.)
  • closed December 25, 2024 and January 1, 2025
• January 2 to February 28, 2025
  • Friday to Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last rental at 3:30 p.m.)
  • Monday to Thursday: closed
• March 1 to 9, 2025
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last rental at 3:30 p.m.)

Table of trails

Map of trails

Snow conditions

Lac de la Ferme is accessible for ice fishing for brook trout. Don't forget your Québec fishing permit.

Ice fishing package

An ice fishing package at $49.99 (plus taxes) is available upon reservation. It includes 5 holes, 5 tip-ups, an 18-worm container, and hot drinks for your return! Don't forget to bring your foldable chairs.

Book at least 24 h in advance before your fishing day by calling at 819-428-7931.

Periods (may vary according to ice thickness):

• January 4 to February 28, 2025
  • Saturday and Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• March 1 to 9, 2025
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

A fishing license can be purchase at the Ultramar in Chenéville.

In the winter, 1,000 to 2,000 white-tailed deer visit the Lac Simon area. Be attentive and you will certainly have the chance to observe them!

Note that feeding deer and wildlife is not permitted, regardless of the food. 

This timeless activity delights young and old alike! Snow-tubing facilities are located close to the winter registration desk, at less than 1 km from the cabins for clients in lodgings. Snow tubes are provided free of charge.

Period: from the end of December to the beginning of March (depending on snow conditions)

Centre touristique du Lac-Simon offers 17 km of signposted multifunctional trails for walking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. These trails are set out near the cabins and in the forest of the Centre.

Trail maintenance may vary depending on the temperature.

Period: from the end of December to the beginning of March (depending on snow conditions)

Table of trails

Map of trails

Centre touristique du Lac-Simon offers 17 km of signposted multifunctional trails for walking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, located near the cabins and in the forest of the Centre.

A 50% discount on snowshoes rental is offered to customers with accomodations. It’s a deal worth looking into!

Trail maintenance may vary depending on the temperature.

Rental periods:

The schedule is subject to change without notice. For more information, contact us at 819-428-7931.

• December 20, 2024 to January 1, 2025 (depending on snow conditions)
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last rental at 3:30 p.m.)
  • closed December 25, 2024 and January 1, 2025
• January 2 to February 28, 2025
  • Friday to Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last rental at 3:30 p.m.)
  • Monday to Thursday: closed
• March 1 to 9, 2025
  • every day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last rental at 3:30 p.m.)

Table of trails

Map of trails

Located 2 km from the Centre touristique du Lac-Simon, behind the Centre communautaire de Duhamel (1890 rue Principale), you will find a skating rink with a heated hut.

Skates from donations are available in the hut.

For more information, call 819-428-7100, ext. 1611 or inquire by email at carrefour@municipalite.duhamel.qc.ca.

Less than 25 kilometers from the Centre touristique du Lac-Simon, the Meute Tanwen This link will open in a new window. offers you a dogsled ride and will make you experience the magic of this ancestral sport in the heart of the forest by visiting the dogsled, meeting the dogs and puppies, explanations and lots of stories!