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Stand-up paddleboarding, more commonly known by the acronym SUP, is a fun and accessible water sport which is growingly popular in the province of Québec because of its many lakes and rivers.
Because of the board's stability, many sports and health enthusiasts take advantage of their paddleboarding efforts to do yoga, exercises and even meditation while they're on the water.
In the Montréal area, Parc Jean-Drapeau is the ideal spot to enjoy paddleboard activities. You can head out and explore not only the placid lake waters of Jean-Doré Beach, but also in the loop of lagoons that go around the Floralies Gardens.
The Pavillon des activités nautiques has a spacious dock, where you can easily set out on your trek and safely enjoy a memorable outing amid nature.
The KSF team is composed of avid water-sports practitioners who are also highly regarded professionals and pioneers of stand-up paddleboarding in Québec. These people are on site at the pavillon d'activités nautiques (water activities pavilion) during the summer season for a complete range of equipment rentals: board, paddle, personal flotation device (PFD), etc.
The KSF experts also offer an array of SUP, yoga and physical training lessons, for beginners as well as more experienced individuals. Reservation required.
You can now use your own equipment at Parc Jean-Drapeau. The lake and lagoons are accessible to anyone who pay their right of access to the Jean-Doré Beach lake.
Bring: your board, your paddle and your personal flotation device.
The personal flotation device is mandatory. If you do not have one, it is possible to rent one on site. Consult the rates.
Procedure:
Users must follow the Beach's regulations.
The Pavillon des activités nautiques will be open at 10 a.m., on June 24, 2023. See you soon!
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Last rental: 5 p.m.
July 2, 2023
A competition where swimmers will compete in different events to win medals. The sporting event also serves as a selection for the Jeux du Québec. Details →
July 26-30, 2023
This summer Jean-Doré Beach will be hosting the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour, a high-calibre sports competition that showcases the top athletes in this sport. Details →
Daily | $8.25 |
Season passport | $47.15 |
Equipped SUP - 1 hour | $25 |
Equipped SUP - 1 additionnal hour | $10 |
Rentals session - 10 × 1 hour | $200 |
Short wetsuit | $12 |
Personal flotation device (PFD) - 3 hours | $12 |
Reservation required
Introduction to SUP - 2 hours | $56,90 |
Advanced SUP - 2 hours | $56,90 |
Introduction to SUP Yoga - 2 hours | $56.90 |
SUP Yoga Jala Flo - 1 hour 15 minute | $34.84 |
SUP Yoga Sunset Yin - 1 hour 15 minute | $34.84 |
Session SUP Yoga Jala Flo - 4 × 1 hour 15 minutes | $116,12 |
Session SUP Yoga Sunset Yin - 4 × 1 hour 15 minutes | $116,12 |
Here are a few photos of the Jean-Doré Beach lake and the Stand Up Paddleboards, just to give you an overview of the experience.
Discover the 10 photos of the album!
Watch the video clips which will show the Stand Up Paddleboards activity like you've never seen it before!
In addition to stand up paddleboards, you can practice a wide array of water-related activities at the Jean-Doré Beach:
At Parc Jean-Drapeau, you can leisurely navigate between the Beach's swimming area and the Casino de Montréal, or you can discover the central part of Île Notre-Dame and the perimeter of the Floralies Gardens by taking the big loop around the lagoons.
Aquazilla is a unique 30-by-35 meters inflatable structure comprised of obstacles, slides and platforms for jumping into the water, and much more.
At the Jean-Doré Beach, play beach volleyball on one of our eight courts that meet the highest international standards!
Parc Jean-Drapeau offers a 300-metre long open water swimming course surrounded by nature, ideal for both competitive training and an introduction to this sport.
The Beach, with its golden sand and clear water, is the ideal place to lounge in the sun or take part in nautical activities with family and friends!
Located at the Pavillon des activités nautiques, the changing rooms allow you to take a shower and put on your bathing suit. Keep your personal belongings in a bag nearby or use the lockers available for this purpose: bring your padlock.
While you are at Parc Jean-Drapeau, take time to grab a snack with family and friends at one of the many restauration areas located by our various facilities.
Free Wi-Fi et baby changing station.
Before visiting, please consult the regulations for the Jean-Doré Beach:
Jean-Doré Beach regulationsFriday, February 24, 2023, 185 KB
Are we allowed to bring our own alcoholic drinks to the Beach?
No, bringing your own alcoholic drinks to the Beach is prohibited. Only alcoholic drinks sold at the bar-terrace are authorized. All containers, bags and coolers will be searched at the entrance to the Beach.
Is it allowed to smoke at the Beach?
Under the Tobacco Control Act, smoking is prohibited at Jean-Doré Beach. People who wish to smoke must leave the Beach area and go to the designated zones.
What is the procedure if it's raining at the Beach?
The decision on whether to open or close the Beach is made very early in the morning, based on the forecasts of weather conditions to come, and the decision is definitive. If the weather is uncertain, please contact us at 514 872-0199 before you leave for the Beach.
What happens if weather conditions worsen as the day goes along?
If there is a light rain, the facility will remain open, but if it is stormy and thundering, the Beach will remain closed temporarily. If weather conditions don't improve, we reserve the right to close access to the water areas and safely accompany visitors to the exit.
Am I entitled to a refund if the Beach needs to be evacuated?
If weather conditions force us to close the Beach during the day for safety reasons, every customer that has bought an admission ticket for the day will be reimbursed.
For information on the activities and services offered at the Pavillon des activités nautiques, contact the Jean-Doré Beach team.
To book your lesson or to obtain more details concerning full equipment rental, do not hesitate to contact the KSF staff.
The main entrance to the Beach is reserved for open swim. For SUP only, access is via the pavillon des activités nautiques located near the P5 parking lot.
To make it easier to get around, here is the exact location of the Pavillon des activités nautiques at Parc Jean-Drapeau posted on Google Maps.
The Jean-Drapeau subway station is located on Île Sainte-Hélène, in the heart of Parc Jean-Drapeau. To get to the Parc easily and quickly, the subway is still the best way to go!
During the summer season, Parc Jean-Drapeau visitors can use the river shuttle as a means of transportation, from the Vieux-Port de Montréal (Jacques-Cartier pier) and the city of Longueuil.
Users can also bring along their bikes and they have access to a network of cycling paths at each stop.
Two STM shuttles provide a connection between the Jean-Drapeau subway station and various attractions:
To find out about STM shuttle routes and schedules, click here.
The Parc is one of the few places where you can cross the Saint Lawrence River on your bike: simply take the bike paths of the Jacques Cartier Bridge, the Concorde Bridge or the Bike link.
People can enjoy many of the cycling paths to get to or pass through the Parc Jean-Drapeau, either running or walking.
With more than 25 kilometres of trails and pathways, the Parc is a pleasant spot for hiking, all year round.
Motorists can get to Parc Jean-Drapeau by taking the Jacques Cartier Bridge or the Concorde Bridge.
Nearby parking area: P5
You can reserve a taxi for your travels at the Parc by using a valid STM transport fare (ticket or OPUS card).
September 3 to June 23 | |
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Monday to Sunday | 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. |
You need to reserve 30 minutes beforehand whenever you want to use this service : 514 273-6331 or online form
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