SUMMER ACTIVITIES

Summer is the time to move in the Auberge du Lac Taureau with a variety of activities for young and old! Put on your swimsuit and dive into our water activities to take full advantage of the hot summer days!

Please note that water activities are subject to weather and availability.

Summer 2023 activities brochure

Programming of summer activities

With our animation team!

In order to make your stay even more enjoyable, our animation team offers a summer program that is out of the ordinary. Do you have free time on your schedule? Reserve your place among our activities offered by our animators in the morning, afternoon and evening. Introduction to water sports, torchlight tours, forest survival, and much more!

Summer 2023 programming

Water sport base

LIVE THE EXPERIENCE OF THE LAC TAUREAU!

Ready for an adventure on the Taureau Reservoir? Several boats are at your disposal at the Animation Pavilion to discover all the splendours of this immense body of water:

Paddleboard - Canoe - Kayak - Pedal boat

You will also find all the necessary equipment to navigate safely on the lake. Young and old alike will find rental life jackets in their size.

Included in the resort fees. Subject to availability.

Beach

VAMOS A LA PLAYA!

Have fun under the bright, hot sun! Offer yourself the luxury of relaxing on the beach and taking a refreshing dip in the magnificent Taureau Reservoir. This reservoir, with its 95 square-kilometre surface area, is among the largest. Imagine... 31.7 kilometres of beach to discover and enjoy!

On site, a volleyball net is at your disposal at all times for a friendly game with family or friends.

Palapas - Deckchairs - Beach Towels

This is the perfect opportunity to build the biggest sand castle on the beach! Get your shovels and show us your creations!

Cruise

ALL ABOARD!

Sail on the waters of Taureau lake with the fly boat for an unforgettable adventure in a glimmering nature!

Village Island cruise

3h30

65$/adult 35$/child

Reservation required. Departure : Baie Dominique dock or Auberge du Lac Taureau

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Motorized water activities

DISCOVER OUR MAJESTIC TAUREAU LAKE!

As one of the largest bodies of water near Montreal, Lac Taureau is overflowing with things to discover. Through its 95km2 of water, it hides 45 islands and many sandy beaches. You can explore it on your own with the boat of your choice:

	2h	1/2 day (3h)	1 full day (6h)
WATERCRAFT	299$	349$	509$
PONTOON	-	369$	529$
ROWBOAT	79$	110$	165.50$

Reserve your boat in advance to be sure to have the desired availability. Please note that you will be asked to freeze a deposit on your credit card.

For the watercraft and the pontoon, departures are at 9:30am & 2pm for short term rentals (2h or 3h). The departure for a full day rental is at 10am. Rates include the first tank of gas only. For the rowboat, departure times are variable.

Please note that you must respect the off-highway vehicle law for children (approx. 12 years and over). The pontoon is the only motorized vehicle where you can bring small children.

Map of Lake Taureau

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ATV or Side by Side

MORE THAN 500 KILOMETRES OF TRAILS AWAIT YOU!

With friends or family, come and have fun exploring our wooded paths! Discover the forest that separates the Auberge de Saint-Michel-des-Saints and borders Lac Taureau by driving at your own speed on one of our all-terrain vehicles.

	1/2 day (3h)	1 full day (7h30)
ATV / QUAD	239$ (100 km)	319$ (200 km)
SIDE BY SIDE 2 PLACES	289$ (100 km)	389$ (200 km)
SIDE BY SIDE 4 PLACES	349$ (100 km)	489$ (200 km)
SIDE BY SIDE 6 PLACES	369$ (100 km)	509$ (200 km)

A supplement of $0.75 per additional kilometer will be charged. Please note that you will be asked to freeze a deposit on your credit card.

Departures at 9:00 am or 1:30 pm.

Children must be well secured, have their backs against the backrest, reach the two steps with their feet and be able to hold on to the handrail securely.

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Fatbike

VISIT THE TRAILS ON 2 WHEELS

The vast land bordering Lac Taureau is crisscrossed with numerous trails to be discovered by the means of your choice. The 23 kilometres of adventure and fun in the undergrowth await you!

Price per adult	35$
Price per kid	15.50$

Duration of 60 minutes. Three different sizes of fatbike for children 6 years and older

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Mountain biking

Ride through the trails of our immense forest

Helmet and gloves on, you are ready for an energizing and exhilarating outdoor hike. Discovering Quebec's enchanting forests while engaging in physical activity is priceless!

Price per adult	23.50$
Price per kid	12$

Available only on the intermediate-level "Grand repos" trail. Price includes a bike, subject to availability, and a helmet. Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

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Fishing activities

Relaxing, exciting, accessible to all!

Pond fishing
Enjoy a moment of calm as you tempt the trout in the pond located just in front of the Inn. For the ultimate in relaxation, spend some time on the shores of this little lake stocked with fish... it's sure to be a delight, and to provide hours of fish stories and tall tales for you to tell when you return from your trip!

Price per person	35$
Price per additional catch	6,30$
Price per additional can of worms	6,30$

Price per person includes 2 fishing rods, bait, 5 catches and fish cleaning. No fishing license required.

Archery

PRECISION AND CONCENTRATION!

Come test your Robin Hood skills by participating in the archery activity with an experienced guide. You can try this sport of precision and concentration by trying to shoot your arrows as close as possible to the centre of the target. Challenge your friends or family, you might be surprised at your arrow-shooting skills!

Price per adult	24$
Price per kid	12$

Minimum of 4 people. Duration of 1-1h30.

Fireplaces

For a good time!

What better way to end a day than with a fire! Rent one of our new outdoor fireplaces between 5pm and 11pm.

Price per fireplace	37.50$
Price per extra bag of wood	11$

The price includes a bag of wood, matches and starters.

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Boat launching

and dock rental

For the boat launching to explore around and contemplate the Taureau Reservoir, here are our rates for the Inn's clients only:

1 to 3 days	55$
4 to 16 days	71$

The price includes the mandatory vignette to navigate on the lake.

For a dock rental space without service, here are our rates per night for the Inn's customers only:

Boat	50$/night
Watercraft	25$/night

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Tennis

WE PROVIDE ALL THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT!

Whether you are Roger Federer or Rafael Nadal's style, the important thing is to have fun playing tennis on the Inn's courts. Two courts are available to hotel guests during their stay. Located on high ground, the courts can be reached within a few minutes' walk.

The view of the Lanaudière region is splendid and is likely to distract players: you can admire the majestic Taureau Reservoir and the surrounding area.

Golf

PREPARE YOUR TEES!

Everyone out on the links for a pleasurable round of golf in a beautiful bucolic setting-take advantage of your time at the inn to enjoy your favourite summertime activity. The Golf Lac Taureau is just about 12 kilometres from the inn. The 18-hole, par 72 course, designed by the firm of John Watson Golf Design, offers a number of interesting challenges, considering its narrow fairways and short yardage. You'll need to use your skills to perform well on this Lanaudière region golf course.

Address: 220 Chemin du Mont-Trinité, Saint-Michel-des-Saints, QC J0K 3B0

For more information: reservation@golflactaureau.com | 450-833-5050

GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR BOOKING ACTIVITIES:

1. The reservation of activities must be made by the activity booking center exclusively.
2. Cancellation Policy:

No charge until 48h before booking the activity.
Between 24h and 48h, 50% of the activity cost will be required.
Less than 24 hours before the booking, all expenses related to the activity will be required.

3. Cancellation of an activity may be subject to these other conditions as well:

Full refund of the amounts collected for the activity when the weather does not allow you to practice the activity or endangers the safety of the participants.
Full refund of the amounts collected for the activity when the Auberge du Lac Taureau is unable to provide the service.
The participant agrees to apply the cancellation policy if an illness or injury prevents him or her from practicing the activity.
The participant agrees to apply the cancellation policy if he does not show up for the activity.

For more information, please contact:
reservationactivites@lactaureau.com
1-450-870-0133 ext. 8405