OKA NATIONAL PARK

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3.9 / 5 - 88 reviews

What to do

  • Noteworthy
  • Worth the detour
  • Must see

Oka National ParkJust 55 km northwest of Montreal, Oka National Park has a great deal to offer history buffs and outdoors enthusiasts.

Its proximity to our RV rental locations makes it the perfect place to finish off (or start) a motorhome tour.

 

OKA NATIONAL PARK

Season: The park is open year-round, but the period during which services are available varies according to season.

Visitor centre:
The Le Littoral Visitors Centre (2020 Chemin d’Oka).

 

CALVAIRE D’OKA HIKING TRAIL

Distance (round-trip): 4.4 km
Time (round-trip): 1 hr 20 mins
Level: Easy

Chapels on the hiking trail Calvaire d'OkaThis easy 4.4 km round trip (1 hr 20 min) hike will take you back into the past! The Calvaire trail is a Stations of the Cross created by the Sulpicians, culminating in a panoramic viewpoint of Lac des Deux-Montagnes, where three chapels have been keeping watch since 1742. A perfect spot to enjoy the sunset. Be sure to pick up a guide booklet available at the departure point.

May to October.


OKA BEACH

Beach in Oka National ParkA lively beach for basking in the sun and cooling off in the lake under the watchful eyes of our team of lifeguards. Kayaks, pedal boats and stand-up paddle boards can be rented at the boating rental centre. Barbecues and picnic tables are available for the use of picnickers.

Activities available from mid-May to early September.

 

Where to eat

  • $ Inexpensive
  • $$ Moderate
  • $$$ Upscale
  • $$$$ Fine dining

If you are travelling by motorhome, this is the perfect time to empty the fridge and do some cooking, because there are very few good restaurants in the area. If you have no way to cook or simply don't feel like it, here are a few suggestions:


Microbrasserie Noire et Blanche ($$)

Housed in a magnificent 100-year-old building in the heart of old St-Eustache, this microbrewery offers a wide array of beers on tap and by the bottle. The cuisine is bold and creative, inspired by local flavours. You will like the peaceful atmosphere and rustic decor.

 



Oka Abbey store ($$)

While the Trappist monks have not lived at Oka Abbey since 2009, they continue to make products that are sold at the store.  store. A magnificent photo display tells the story of the manufacture of Oka cheese by the monks and the role they played in Quebec's agri-food industry. The non-profit organization that has taken over running the store seeks to preserve the heritage left behind by the monks, and continue their traditions.

Not only can you buy delicious food products made by the monks themselves, you will also find products from other Canadian monasteries, in addition to a variety of fine regional specialties including cheeses, deli meats, homemade pies, apple products, sausages, fresh-baked bread and much, much more. The store also sells souvenirs, local handicrafts and religious items. The perfect place to pick up a treat, a Quebec product to take home with you, or a gift for a friend.

NEW:

Located within the walls of the Oka Abbey, the Le Sacré bistro offers accessible and tasty cuisine prepared with local products from the Oka region.

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Travel reviews

Travel reviews

3.9 / 5 according to 88 reviews
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Wonderful

Julian Lee Saturday February 4, 2023

big park

Jean-daniel Pinget Thursday September 21, 2023

(Translated by Google) several beautiful beach campsites

GOOD

Camille Delanoy Thursday September 14, 2023

(Translated by Google) Strong point of the park: the beaches. One is easily accessible from the campsite. But lots of people, very loud music. It's very good for a last stop before returning the RV the next day but no more.

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