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Lac Saint-François is a lake located in the Estrie/Beauce region, near Lambton, at 287 meters altitude. Not to be confused with the Lac Saint-François on the St. Lawrence River. This mountain lake offers a preserved natural setting for kitesurfing.
The lake stretches approximately 12 km on a northeast-southwest axis, with a width of 1 to 2 km. The lake corridor effectively channels the dominant southwest winds, offering regular sessions in summer. Typical Appalachian landscapes with mixed forests. Season from June to September.
Open all year round
Intermediate
Clear fresh water, swimming quality. Summer temperature of 19-22°C. Sandy to rocky bottom. The elongated NE-SW lake generates good fetch with southwest winds. Moderate chop. Spacious sailing area in the center of the lake.
Mountain lake — frequent and sudden summer thunderstorms. Motorboats and fishing boats, especially on weekends. Rocky shallows near shorelines. Wind can accelerate in the lake corridor. Cold water early in the season.
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