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Spot de Lac à la tortue

Lac à la tortue

Lac à la tortue

Overview

Lac à la Tortue is a small lake in the Mauricie region, near Shawinigan, at 130 meters altitude. This cottage lake offers an accessible water body for kitesurfing.

The lake, of modest dimensions, suits kitesurfers accustomed to sailing in confined spaces. Surrounding hills can create wind shadows but also channel certain winds. Family-friendly atmosphere and preserved nature. Season from June to September.

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On the water

Fresh water with good swimming quality. Summer temperature of 20-23°C. Sandy to muddy bottom. Light to moderate chop. Navigation space limited by lake size — adapt your practice accordingly. Variable depth.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Hazards

Limited navigation space — watch for shorelines and obstacles. Boats and recreational watercraft (cottage lake). Swimmers possible in summer. Hills can create turbulence and unpredictable gusts. Frequent summer thunderstorms.

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