Self-guided educational trails at Cap-Saint-Jacques and Bois-de-l’Ile-Bizard

Last updated July 7, 2026
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This summer, discover the many facets of the Grand Parc de l’Ouest. Go to Cap-Saint-Jacques and Bois-de-l’Ile-Bizard to explore the park and its biodiversity at your own pace along self-guided educational trails for the whole family.

Cap-Saint-Jacques

Audio guided tour: Le Havre-aux-Tortues and its riverside ecosystems 

Explore Le Havre-aux-tortues du Cap-Saint-Jacques and discover this section of the park from a new angle. Five listening stations are available so you can learn while you walk. There is an admission fee for Le Havre-aux-Tortues during the summer season. 

Go to the parking lot of the welcome centre to begin the tour.

3 educational kits

These downloadable kits that are specially designed for families offer an interactive and immersive learning experience. The kits contain activities to help you learn all about the park’s ecosystems and biodiversity. 

Download the educational kits for Cap-Saint-Jacques now: 

Bois-de-l’Ile-Bizard 

2 audio guided tours: The Footbridges of the Marsh and Val-Des-Bois

Discover the footbridges of Bois-de-l’Ile-Bizard from a new perspective with this audio guided tour that will lead you on a 30-minute contemplative walk. A trail of marsh-themed interpretive panels completes your tour experience. 

A second audio tour will take you on a deep dive into Val-Des-Bois and its flourishing biodiversity. 

Your starting point is the parking lot of the welcome centre. Just follow the signs on site.

3 educational kits 

Download these fun documents to add an educational touch to your family hikes in Bois-de-l’Ile-Bizard: 

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