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Lac Saint-Pierre is the largest widening of the St. Lawrence River, stretching 30 km long and up to 14 km wide. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this exceptional water body lies between Trois-Rivières and Sorel-Tracy. The Pointe-du-Lac spot is on the north shore.
The lake is extremely shallow (3 meters average depth), generating short, fast chop. The vast fetch offers excellent conditions with south and southwest winds. Pointe-du-Lac benefits from easy access and a workable launch area. Season from June to October. One of the major spots in the Mauricie region.
Open all year round
Intermediate
Fresh water from the St. Lawrence River. Summer temperature of 20-24°C. Muddy to sandy bottom, very shallow — it's often possible to walk far from shore. Short, tight chop characteristic of shallow water bodies. Weak but present current. Huge areas of shallows and marshes on the periphery.
Shallows everywhere — risk of touching bottom even far from shore. Dangerous marshy areas on the lake periphery. Commercial shipping in the main channel (do not cross). UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — respect protected areas and wildlife (migratory birds). Frequent summer thunderstorms on this vast water body.
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