The perfect way to discover the Soulanges Canal
Photo credit: L’Art de capter by Josiane Farand
Soulanges cycling path
The Soulanges bike path runs along the canal for the first 23 km (from Pointe-des-Cascades to Les Coteaux) and then continues through the municipalities of Saint-Zotique and Rivière-Beaudette, for a total of 35 km of paved trail.
Along the way, you’ll find numerous rest stops with bike repair facilities, sanitary installations, furniture for relaxing and signage to help you find your way.
Is there an entrance cost?
No! Apart from some specific activities, there is no entrance fee to the park. This way, you can pick whichever parking fits best your adventure, and start from there.
Are dogs allowed on the cycling path?
No! Following 2022’s successful pilot project, dogs are now allowed under these conditions:
- Under surveillance at all times
- On a leash, maximum lenght of 1.5 meters
- Retractable leashes are not allowed
- Kept on the owner’s right side, out of the path (whenever possible)
- Excrements are picked up on the spot
- Courtesy is essential
- Please avoid busy period if possible
- Direspect of these conditions could lead to fees
Photo credit: L’Art de capter by Josiane Farand
The cycling season by the canal
The Soulanges cycling path is open and cleaned from May onwards. The sanitary facilities are all open between 7am and 9pm along the canal, and 7am to 7:30pm for Les Coteaux.
Late season : When the weather is good, the bike path can welcome visitors until November or even December! It is also cleared of snow in winter. Ice could still be present, prudence is key. For fall and winter cyclists, we suggest that you plan ahead: Pointe-des-Cascades’ and Les Coteaux’s toilets are the only ones that are accessible year-round.
If you see a problem, call or text us at 438-405-2300.
Looking forward to meeting you on the trail!
Update 04-2025: Nothing to report
- Pointe-des-Cascades: on ch. Du Fleuve(in front of the church or in front of St. Pierre Park) or on the 338 in front of Claude st.
- Les Cèdres: St-Antoine st. (south of the intersection with Route 338) and St-Féréol st. (north of the intersection with Route 338)
- Coteau-du-Lac : Paul-Stevens Park (St-Emmanuel st.) and downtown (parking next to 20, Principale street)
- Les Coteaux : a few parking spots available near the intermunicipal Coteau-du-Lac / Les Coteaux swimming pool
Photo credit: L’Art de capter by Josiane Farand
Bicycle rental
New! Rent a bike and pedal along the canal!
The Soulanges Canal Park is now offering you the chance to rent bicycles to pedal along the Soulanges bike path during your next visit. Available at the Coteau-du-Lac kiosk: hybrid bikes (road/city/gravel) and electric bikes.
The kiosk is open 7 days a week (weather permitting), from late June (Saint-Jean-Baptiste) to early September (Labour Day). For full details, visit our reservation platform:
Photo credit: L’Art de capter by Josiane Farand
Les Cèdres River Shuttle
Scheduled opening date: May 31, 2025.
2025 river shuttle season
The Les Cèdres – Salaberry-de-Valleyfield river shuttle allows to reach St-Timothée (Valleyfield) in only a few minutes. Departure is at the municipal dock of Les Cèdres, in the heart of the village. Arrival and return point is at l’Île aux Vaches. From there, you can access the Parc des Îles-de-St-Thimotée, and the St-Thimotée beach.
For more information: contact info@nautic-tour.ca or call 438-527-8687
To see the 4 canals Circuit (60km), visit our Bikemap!
Saturdays and Sundays, May 31 to October 12, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and June 24 and July1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
(In the event of severe weather, the operator reserves the right to suspend service).
Fares:
$3 each way
$5 each way
Free for users aged 0-12
Payment by cash or card.
Photo credit: Olivier Langevin
Which bike circuit to choose?
Between the road or on the cycling path, which shall you chose?
No problem! You can get the best of both worlds by going through the ch. du Fleuve for your return trip. This scenic road goes through the village cores and offers great views of the St. Lawrence river. This circuit is called the “Soulanges Canal circuit”.
We’ve put all the details in our Bikemap profile!
