Several activities await you at the former Ruisseau Mining gold mine. Learn about panning, an age-old gold mining technique, and discover the fascinating history of the site and of those who worked there from 1862 to 1960. Take the marked pathway, via a suspended footbridge, to access the abandoned gold mine.
Centre d’interprétation de la mine d’or
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Centre d'interprétation de la mine d'or
Panneau d'interprétation
Exposition
Cascades
Bâtée en bac © C.Sévigny
Sentier du ruisseau Mining © C.Sévigny
Pont suspendu
Montée de sentier © C.Sévigny
Activities
Recreational and cultural activities
Démonstration
Self-guided tour
Guided tour
Land sports activities
Hiking
Facilities
Sports and leisure
Walking trail
Infrastructure and equipment
Lookout / observation tower
Interpretation panels
Services
Restaurant and food services
Picnic area
Getting there
Parking
Free on-site parking
Transportation services
Signposted access (blue signs)
Last updated: January 7, 2026
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