In the heart of the village of Saint-Donat, this park is a great spot for a day of fresh air. Summer: jungle gym, supervised beach, cycling, picnic area, hiking. Winter: skating through the forest along an icy path, hockey on two rinks, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Plage au lac Archambault
Parc des Pionniers © Tourisme Saint-Donat
Vue sur le lac Archambault © S.Deschesnes
Aire de jeux pour enfants © S.Deschesnes
Club nautique et location d'équipement © S.Deschesnes
Glissade au parc des Pionniers © S.Laroche
Ski de fond au parc des Pionniers © S.Laroche
Sentier de patin en forêt au parc des Pionniers © S.Laroche
Getting there
Parc des Pionniers is located in Saint-Donat (Lanaudière), about 105 km from Montréal as the crow flies.
Parking
Free on-site parking
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On site
Recreational and cultural activities
- Concert, show
- Snow sliding
Land sports activities
- Fatbike
- Ice skating
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing
- Cross-country skiing
- Mountain biking
Water sports activities
- Swimming
- Recreational canoeing
- Fishing
- Pedals boat
- Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP)
- Windsurfing
- Sailing
Restaurant and food services
- Picnic area
- BBQ available
Rental
- Recreational canoe
- Helmet
- Fatbike
- Sea kayak
- Ice skates
- Ice skates - child size
- Pedal boat
- Stand-up paddle board
- Windsurfing board
- Snowshoes
- Snowshoes - child size
- Cross-country skis
- Cross-country skis - child size
Frequently asked questions
Where is Parc des Pionniers located?
Parc des Pionniers is located at 14, chemin Hector-Bilodeau, Saint-Donat, in the Lanaudière region. It is about 105 km from Montréal as the crow flies.
Is there parking?
Yes: free on-site parking.
Can I eat on site?
Yes: picnic area and BBQ available.
Is it a good outing with children?
Yes, children will find on site: snow sliding.
What activities are available on site?
Fatbike, ice skating, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and mountain biking, among others.
Can I rent equipment on site?
Yes, available for rent: recreational canoe, helmet, fatbike, sea kayak, ice skates and ice skates - child size, among others.
How can I contact the establishment?
You can reach the establishment by phone at 819 424-2833 or on its website: saint-donat.ca/loisirs-sports-et-culture/parcs-et-infrastructures/parcs.
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Last updated: January 7, 2026