When summer sun is at its generous best, nothing beats a day at the water with the family. In the Etchemins region, the address is the Éco-Parc — a true aquatic paradise nestled on the shores of Lac Etchemin. Water slides, waves, a supervised beach, kayaks and a lakeside picnic… This is the outing everyone looks forward to, the one the kids are still talking about come evening. A sure bet we recommend without hesitation!
What you will love
- A large supervised beach with a tropical feel — along the shores of Lac Etchemin, nearly 5 km long, with a floating dock, a water slide and a Wibit play structure to keep swimmers of all ages entertained
- A complete water park — water slides, a family wave pool, a paddling pool and a pirate ship for the little ones — and best of all: all the aquatic facilities are heated!
- The Nautical Centre — over 35 watercraft available to rent: paddleboards, kayaks, pedal boards, canoes and paddle boats. An accessible watercraft for people with reduced mobility is also available!
- La Poutinerie du Parc — a food truck on site open from 11:30 am to 6:00 pm. No need to leave for lunch!
- Picnic areas and dry play zones — free access, perfect for extending the day at your own pace
- Children 0–2 years enter free — a detail that matters for families with young ones
- Events throughout the season — check their calendar so you don't miss anything
Practical information
Distance from the inn: about 30 to 40 minutes by car
2026 Season:
- June 23 to August 23: Sun–Thu 10 am–5:30 pm | Fri–Sat 10 am–6 pm
- August 29–30 and September 6: open 10 am–5 pm
- Last day of season: September 6, 2026
2026 Rates — Beach only (taxes included):
| Category | Full day | After 2 pm |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $17 | $13 |
| Child (3–17 years) | $11 | $8 |
| Toddler (0–2 years) | Free | Free |
| Family (2 adults + 2 children) | $48 | $36 |
2026 Rates — Beach + Water park (taxes included):
| Category | Full day | After 2 pm | After 3 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $33 | $25 | $17 |
| Child (3–17 years) | $23 | $17 | $12 |
| Toddler (0–2 years) | Free | Free | Free |
| Family (2 adults + 2 children) | $97 | $84 | $56 |
For whom? The perfect outing for families with children, couples and groups of friends. Little ones have their dedicated area (pirate ship, paddling pool). An accessible watercraft for people with reduced mobility is available. Pets are not permitted on site during opening hours.
Reservations: strongly recommended, especially on weekends and during construction holidays. Tickets are limited per day — buy online at eco-parc.qc.ca. In uncertain weather, a message is posted each morning from 8 am at 418-625-3272.
Lac-Etchemin (Québec) — eco-parc.qc.ca
A tip from your hosts: arrive in the morning to make the most of the water park, or opt for an after-2-pm arrival if you're looking for reduced rates — the beach is still lively at that hour!
Also in Lac-Etchemin: Lac-Etchemin Golf Club — 18 holes and 13 lakes, just a short drive from the Éco-Parc.