Parc-nature du Cap-Saint-Jacques beaches
All school and organized groups must reserve their place at the beach in advance.
IMPORTANT: Members under the age of 18 may only access the water after passing a swim test on site or while wearing a personal flotation device (PFD).
The beaches of Parc-nature du Cap-Saint-Jacques are set in a sandy, tree-lined bay on the shores of Lac des Deux Montagnes.
Services
- Rental of non-motorized watercraftSaturdays and Sundays, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., from June 21 to August 31, 2025, Schedule subject to change, paid service.
- Reservation for organized groupsFor day camps, school visits and organized groups from June 21 to August 31, 2025 (schedule subject to change).
Calendar
Visit the French page to see other events at this location.
Reservation
All school and organized groups must reserve their place at the beach in advance.
IMPORTANT: Members under the age of 18 may only access the water after passing a swim test on site or while wearing a personal flotation device (PFD).
Description
Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park's beaches are supervised by certified lifeguards during opening hours.
For group visits at the beach (minimum 25 people or for day camps): please communicate with parcsnature.plage@montreal.ca to plan your visit.
No food service is offered on site.
Water quality
Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park Beach #1 / General public access category B - Good
Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park Beach #2 / Outdoor center customer access category B - Good
Fees
Entrance fees | Fees |
---|---|
Children 0 to 5 years old | Free |
Children 6 to 17 years old | $4.50 |
Adults 18 to 59 years old | $6.25 |
Adults 60 and over | $4.50 |
Families (2 adults + 3 children of 17 years or younger) | $19.75 |
Parking rates ($10.70) are extra. |
Payment methods
- Cash
- Debit card
- MasterCard and Visa credit cards ($5,000 limit)
Rules to follow
Secteur de la plage:
- Dogs (and other domestic animals) must remain outside the secteur de la plage
- Glass containers pose a risk of injury and must be kept un users’ vehicules or disposed of in a recycling bin before entering the secteur de la plage
- Please listen to your music with headphones. Radios and sound systems disturb the peace of wildlife in natural and protected areas.
In the picnic areas:
- Alcohol is permitted only in picnic areas and must accompany a meal.
- Portable cooking devices (e.g., barbecues) must be placed on the ground, not on picnic tables or other furniture.
In the sandy area:
- Users must walk beside their bicycles or scooters.
- Meals, picnics, barbecues, or any food setups must be held in designated picnic areas.
- Coolers are allowed in picnic areas; otherwise, they must be stored in vehicles.
In the swimming area:
- Swimmers must stay within the designated swimming area, marked by buoy lines.
- Access to the swimming area is only permitted during supervised hours when lifeguards are present.
- Swimwear is mandatory.
- Non-motorized watercraft must be launched in the designated area.
- Non-motorized watercraft must navigate outside the swimming area and away from ecological restoration zones.
Along the shoreline:
- The shoreline is an ecological restoration zone. Walking and hiking must be done only on trails, paths, or grassy areas.
Accessibility
- Accessible washrooms
- Reserved parking spaces (permit)
- Stroller-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Amenities
- Bike stand
- Changing rooms
- Drinking fountain
- Parking ($)
- Picnic area
- Showers
- Vehicle charging station
- Washroom
Directions
Montréal, QC H9K 1C7
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Opening hours
- Monday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Tuesday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Wednesday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Thursday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Friday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Saturday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Sunday10:00 am to 7:00 pm
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