Sightseeing

Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park

📍 2115 Chemin du Bord-du-Lac, L'Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève, Montréal, QC H9C 1P3

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Montreal
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: About 1-2 hours
Opening Hours: The park is open year-round, roughly 7:00-22:00 daily (the marsh/boardwalk are open; the beach about 10:00-17:00, and the parking lot may close earlier).
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free (a City of Montreal municipal nature park)
Address: 2115 Chemin du Bord-du-Lac, L'Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève, Montréal, QC H9C 1P3
Coordinates: 45.5000, -73.8833

Introduction

The Bois-de-l'Île-Bizard nature park (Parc-nature du Bois-de-l'Île-Bizard) is located on L'Île-Bizard at the west end of Montreal. It is a municipal nature park of about 216 hectares covering woodland, lakeshore and large wetlands, with a roughly half-kilometre boardwalk through the marsh, plus a beach, walking/cycling/cross-country skiing trails and lookouts. It is a great spot for birdwatching and nature, with the beach open about 10:00-17:00.

✨ Highlights

A half-kilometre wetland boardwalk through the marsh for birdwatching

At Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park, A half-kilometre wetland boardwalk through the marsh for birdwatching is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A lakeside beach on Lac des Deux Montagnes

At Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park, A lakeside beach on Lac des Deux Montagnes is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Trails for walking, cycling and winter cross-country skiing

At Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park, Trails for walking, cycling and winter cross-country skiing is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Rich native flora, fauna and migratory bird observation points

At Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park, Rich native flora, fauna and migratory bird observation points is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：The park is open year-round, roughly 7:00-22:00 daily (the marsh/boardwalk are open; the beach about 10:00-17:00, and the parking lot may close earlier).

→Transportation：At the west end of Montreal Island on L'Île-Bizard, best reached by car (across the bridge); the park has an entrance and parking lot.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free (a City of Montreal municipal nature park)

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: The park is open year-round, roughly 7:00-22:00 daily (the marsh/boardwalk are open; the beach about 10:00-17:00, and the parking lot may close earlier).; admission: Free (a City of Montreal municipal nature park).

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park?

The park is open year-round, roughly 7:00-22:00 daily (the marsh/boardwalk are open; the beach about 10:00-17:00, and the parking lot may close earlier).

How much is the admission for Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park?

Adult: Free; Free (a City of Montreal municipal nature park)

Any practical tips for visiting Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: The park is open year-round, roughly 7:00-22:00 daily (the marsh/boardwalk are open; the beach about 10:00-17:00, and the parking lot may close earlier).; admission: Free (a City of Montreal municipal nature park). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.