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Nature Centre loop

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Canada

Québec

Laval

Nature Centre loop

Easy

hikers

Nature Centre loop

00:49

3.14km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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595 m

Nature Centre

Highlight • Structure

Nature Centre is a large 50-hectare urban park in Laval that combines gardens, wooded areas, ponds, and open green space with year-round recreation in a surprisingly natural setting close to the city. There are multiple walking paths that wind through themed gardens, forested sections, wetlands, and around a central lake, with plenty of picnic areas, making it a popular destination for families. Despite its urban location, the mix of mature trees, water features, and quieter corners gives the park a relaxed environment for both short walks and longer visits.

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1.75 km

Nature Centre Pathways

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The paths at Laval’s Nature Centre wind through gardens, wooded areas, open lawns, and around the park’s ponds and lake, creating an easy network for walking, cycling, and seasonal activities. Mostly wide and gently graded, the routes pass flower displays, quiet shaded sections, and picturesque viewpoints over the water that are ideal for a relaxed stroll. With several interconnected loops, the paths make it easy to explore different parts of the park at your own pace.

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2.25 km

Nature Centre Lake

Highlight • Lake

The lake at Laval’s Nature Centre is a central feature of the park, surrounded by walking paths, open green space, and seasonal gardens, creating a peaceful setting close to the city. Calm water, small bridges, and nearby trees make it a popular place to pause, with reflections and changing seasonal colours adding to the scenery throughout the year. In warmer months, the lake becomes a busy destination for picturesque walks and lakeside picnics.

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3.14 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.59 km

530 m

Surfaces

1.82 km

1.00 km

223 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Thursday 2 July

31°C

22°C

64 %

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