Road Trip Montreal to Lanaudière – Joliette

Montréal Lanaudière
90
km
1h
drive
All seasons
season

The Itinerary

Lanaudière is the region of festivals, lakes and fall colours within easy reach of Montreal. Less than an hour from the metropolis, it's the perfect weekend or day-trip escape.

Joliette, the regional hub, hosts the Festival de Lanaudière each summer — one of the world's great outdoor classical music festivals. Its art museum has a remarkable collection.

Further north, Rawdon surprises with the Cascades des Américains, caves and an eclectic international population. Lac Noir and Parc des Cascades are perfect for a swim or picnic.

Points of Interest

  • Festival de Lanaudière (Joliette)
    Musique classique en plein air dans un amphithéâtre unique.
  • Cascades des Américains – Rawdon
    Chutes et baignade naturelle dans la rivière Ouareau.
  • Lac Noir
    Plage publique et parc municipal idéal pour les familles.
  • Réserve faunique Mastigouche
    Canot-camping, pêche et randonnée dans la nature sauvage.
Practical info
  • Departure Montréal
  • Destination Lanaudière
  • Distance 90 km
  • Duration 1h
  • Category Short (< 100 km)
  • Best season All seasons

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