Boucherville Islands National Park — Hotel in Boucherville

Nice park and Huttopia camping but, Be certain to inform yourselves of any pertinent information that you may have questions for. Why? Because the young adults that work there have almost zero initiative to inform park-goers, campers, boat renters of any additional important issues. Safety related issues are of low priority, such as informing guests the current state of the river level and strength of the current. A parapelegic man rented (5-july) a solo kayak (alongside his spouse) who upon returning to the quai rolled over and was able to grab and hang on to a low-hanging tree branch while waiting for help to arrive. One of his friends/family members on shore immediately notified the two young men working the rental booth of the situation. They did call for emergency help (a Sepaq rescue boat to come), but did NOTHING to leave their post to go to the quai fifteen seconds away to try and help the man. The disabled man was hanging on for twenty minutes waiting for help to arrive while his spouse tried to stay by his side in the strong river current in her own kayak and as his family/friends from shore looked on. It took two park guests to finally grab a rowboat and go help the man, then the Sepaq boat arrived and helped retrieve the man. Fortunately the man was ok, but somewhat blue after being stuck in the cold water for twenty minutes. We looked for and saw no information regarding that in the event of an emergency who you can call (obviously 911). The Huttopia camping is on Île de Grosbois, accesible by a small cable boat (bac à câble) from 9am to 9pm during the summer...the big question is who do you call after-hours if you need to extract someone from the island in a hurry. Yes, there is 911, but you would think that Sepaq would provide clear, visible information and a 24-hour number to call to facilitate and speed up emergency service to the exact location...what if someone does not have a mobile phone?? We called to reserve two nights stay in a Huttopia tent knowing that the tents are a 45 minute walk (with children) to the site. I asked the lady who took our reservation if they had hand-carts to rent or loan for our belongings and she said no. The day of arrival, we find out that yes they do loan carts after we had considerably down-sized and left many things at home. It seems that whatever employee answers the phone at a given moment knows a little of this and the next person to serve you knows something else. Not impressed for a national park. One star for the...

This is a complain with the SEPAQ. I planned to go to the parc on my bike, taking advantage of how close it is from Montreal. I bought the SEPAQ and the boat tickets in the morning before leaving. After 1 hour ride, I arrived and noticed the boats to the island only work on the weekends! (not at all clear on their website, several other group of people where in the same situation) I find this incredible! In the middle of the summer season it is not possible to go to the parc if you don't have a car. Even if they have the possibility to ride a bike inside the island, apparently during the week days you could only rent them, since you cannot access with yours. Me and my boyfriend decided to just ride somewhere else and enjoy our day. When we came back home it was already late and couldn't talk to the SEPAQ so I called the day after. Well to my surprise they wouldn't change nor refund my tickets! Very disappointed with their politics and the fact that they don't have any other type of access to the island during the weekdays. The lady I talked to, told me to complain with the company boat because they don't work together... (?) I mean, you are suppose to go enjoy Nature but contradictorily, unless you own a car,...

I am always amazed at how "wild" Ile de Boucherville is. From the moment you arrive on the island you completely forget that you are only minutes away from all the hussle and bussle of the island of Montreal

Ile de Boucherville is a national park, part of Sepaq. It is very well maintained with numerous amenities to suit outdoorsy types and the city crowd alike. On the three or so islands you'll find biking & walking trails, a visitors center, rental booth for things like kayaks and bikes, areas for camping and loads of picnic tables. The kiddies will be happy to find a playground, splash pad and plenty of space to run around.

On the two occasions that I have visited the park, I enjoyed camping, biking and walking. There are minimal options to buy food so remember to bring your own.

Take note: during Covid19 pandemic, it's recommended to buy your entry pass before arriving on site. If you are planning on renting material, arrive VERY early... I arrived at 11am and were told there was a 2 hr wait for rentals!! :O But I wasn't disappointed, the walking trail "grands rivieres" had very few people and lots of almost ripe...