The Pointe-à-Caron boardwalk stretches 985 m, making it the second longest in Québec. This T-shaped wooden boardwalk on stilts features two lookouts and is free and open to the public.
A walking trail on the Pointe-à-Caron site provides access to Lake Saint-Pierre.
Note: The ministry of the Environment, the Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife and Parks has temporarily closed the Pointe-à-Caron boardwalk until further notice. The walking trail remains accessible (except during spring flooding).
Address: Across from 209, rang du Lac-St-Pierre Est, Louiseville (Camping Marina Louiseville)
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The Pointe-Yamachiche boardwalk is 576 m long, making it the fifth longest in Québec. This Y-shaped wooden boardwalk on stilts also features two lookouts. Access is free and open to the public.
Address: Exit 180 off Highway 40, Chemin Louis-Gatineau, Yamachiche
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These two boardwalks are popular with amateur birdwatchers and wildlife photographers. The rich fauna and flora of Lake Saint-Pierre can be observed here in an exceptional setting.