Sainte-Thérèse-De-La-Gatineau

A lake, a network of trails, and a distinctive nature theme shape Sainte-Thérèse-de-la-Gatineau. Part of the largest continental wintering area for white-tailed deer in Quebec lies along Lac des Trente-et-Un-Milles. There are also trails for hiking and snowshoeing. You can plan your stay around whether you would rather spend most of your time outdoors or learn more about the area’s wildlife.

A wintering area for white-tailed deer

The wintering area at Lac des Trente-et-Un-Milles gives the landscape special significance: it is considered the largest continental wintering area for white-tailed deer in Quebec. Its connection to winter is part of the area’s nature theme. Families can use this information as a starting point for conversations about wildlife habitats and the region’s natural environment. This makes the deer more than just a name on the map: it is at the heart of a local interpretive offering and a distinctive story about the landscape.

Hiking or exploring on snowshoes

The Sentiers de la chute rouge are a network of trails connecting the village and Lac des Trente-et-Un-Milles from the Centre d'interprétation du cerf de Virginie. Along the way, the network passes several points of interest, including the site of Chute Rouge. These trails are suitable for both hiking and snowshoeing. This puts two different ways of enjoying the outdoors at the heart of your visit: you can choose a hike or explore the trails on snowshoes. This choice is useful when planning your trip if you like to organize your days around your preferred activity rather than centering your stay on a single nature experience. The trail information gives you concrete points to consider based on your interests, without specifying a particular distance or walking time.

Learn about the white-tailed deer

At the Centre d'interprétation du cerf de Virginie, visitors can learn more about the white-tailed deer. The interpretive area is housed in a wooden pavilion. This gives the wintering area’s nature theme a dedicated place for interpretation. Families interested in animals can take this focus into account and connect it in their minds with the landscape around the lake. The offering focuses on a specific animal species rather than general descriptions of nature. The pavilion and the information about the deer provide a distinct opportunity to learn about local wildlife.

The lake and life in the community

Sainte-Thérèse-de-la-Gatineau has relatively few year-round residents and, at the same time, a significant number of seasonal residents. Most of them live along the shores of Lac des Trente-et-Un-Milles. The lake is therefore not only part of the natural environment but also an important focal point in community life. At 89 Chemin du Quai-Public, the municipality provides access to Lac des Trente-et-Un-Milles via a boat launch. If you would like to include the lake in your plans by boat, this address is a practical point of reference for planning your visit.

The Corporation du Parc régional du Lac 31 miles manages camping activities and environmental protection at Lac 31 Milles. For visitors, a stay by the lake goes hand in hand with the theme of treating the surrounding environment responsibly. When choosing the community as a vacation destination, you can consider whether hiking and snowshoeing, learning about white-tailed deer, or the lake will be your main focus. These interests can help guide your search for a vacation rental or vacation home.

More places to explore

Explore more places: Kazabazua, Cayamant, Lac-Sainte-Marie, Grand-Remous, Denholm, Maniwaki, Low.

For the broader travel overview: La Vallée-De-La-Gatineau.