Great discovery. It's a like a mini Central Park. Love the Small Lake, fitness bars dispersed…read moreacross the park, the tiny bridges and the Ducks (or swans) doing epic flying near the water.

Very unique park, you can rent paddle boats and enjoy long walks. It's close to the Trans Canada…read moreTrail so you can get there using your bike from Longueuil or Brossard.

I used to love this place and go a lot as a teen and young adult. One year I almost drowned,…read moreslipped and was sucked under by the current. Fire and EMT had to use a hovercraft to get to me. In the end I was ok, with minor concussion and lesions but that was the scariest time in my life. I was pinned to the bottom for what seemed like forever, feeling like it was all slipping away to fast, and all i could think about was not being able to pick up my kids on time from their dads. Thank goodness they were not with me that day. No a great place for little kids AT ALL. Just be safe. Mother nature is not one to mess around with. I will give it a 5 because it is a spectacular place, and gorgeous.

Thanks so much to Bobby for reminding me of this place today when working on this big collection of…read moreweekend summer adventures - https://www.yelp.ca/collection/Jkc8VhyG4Wlw-94psy7b9Q - this park was my secret haven for years and I'm so happy to give it a 5 star review now. During covid they are selling bracelets for accessing the park to be able to guarantee enough safe space for everyone and keep folks healthy. The long rolling falls over smooth granite are just gorgeous. Perfect for picnics, perfect for lounging with your feet in cold water, just perfect for a day trip out of the city.

we set out to hike parc du mont royal, one of montreal's most iconic green spaces and a beloved…read moreescape from the city. designed in the 1870s by landscape architect frederick law olmsted, who also designed new york's central park, the park covers a large portion of mount royal and offers walking trails, viewpoints, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature right in the heart of montreal. thinking it would be a straightforward hour and five minute trek, we quickly learned that our timeline was a little optimistic. naturally, the hike turned into a much longer adventure with plenty of pit stops along the way. before tackling the climb, we wandered through the area, stopping at mngo, decathlon, a k-beauty store, and even a museum before finally making our way up the mountain. by the time we started the hike, we had already turned it into a full day of exploring. the trail itself was well maintained, with a mix of shaded pathways and plenty of stairs to keep things interesting. the overcast sky made the climb much more manageable, although it was still quite the workout. between the greenery, the incline, and the steady stream of steps, there were definitely moments when the beads of sweat and the sunscreen threatening to run into my eye, reminded me that this was more than just a casual stroll. the grounds were clean and well cared for, with shaded sections that offered welcome breaks along the way. after the climb, we were rewarded with a panoramic view of montreal from the belvédère lookout, where the city skyline stretches out below. it's one of those views that makes you forget about tired legs for a moment. on the way down, we stumbled across the towering cross, one of mont royal's most recognizable landmarks, and decided to take a quieter, less travelled path. the change of scenery was worth it, and we even spotted a little chipmunk along the way, a perfect reminder that we were surrounded by nature despite being right in the middle of the city. with fresh air, lush greenery, and just enough challenge to feel accomplished, the hike up parc du mont royal was a memorable part of our montreal adventure. just remember to bring water, sunscreen, and be prepared for a few more steps than you might expect.

My family and I visited while on a road trip to Quebec City last year. We were there in the evening…read more(around 6-7:30pm). We parked at a couple of Mont Royal Park's parking lots. The park had a lot of parking lots around. You will have to pay for parking (at least at the main one, $4.25/hour). The park is pretty large. Pathways were well kept and were pretty wide. Parts were either gravel or paved. It was nice that you can see the city at different spots like the area by the Chalet and the spot where you can see the Olympic Stadium.

There's a lot of nice parks in the area but this one in lachine is cool. I like when they put some…read moretype of art or a good flower bed lol. In the summer you can see the rocks and art a lot easier but they do have some really cool pieces/ designs cool spot to check out !

Took a walk along the René Lévesque Park (Parc René-Lévesque) this morning... It is an urban park…read morein Montreal, located in the borough of Lachine on a jetty between the Saint Lawrence River and the end of the Lachine Canal. The park is approximately 1,500,000 sq ft in area and it is named after René Lévesque, the prime minister of Quebec from 1976 to 1985. The park is ample and it has a bicycle path, an arboretum and we were able to see several species of birds. Walking along the water is soothing and very nice. If you are driving, the road access to the park is mainly through the Chemin du Canal, an extension of Saint Patrick Street.

What a nice discovery driving along the quiet area nearby. Was looking for a small park to play…read moresoccer with the kiddo and I stumbled upon this gorgeous super park that has recently been renovated with a beautiful new play ground and splash pad. The kid loved it. The whole play area is so great and innovating! There is free and very accessible parking. Park Charbonneau is going to be a family favorite. Lots of place to play games, soccer and volleyball areas. Even a small mountain during winter! There's the option to have a picnic too! You can also go near the water and feed the ducks!

Nice, easily accessible water front park great for jogging,walking, nordic skiing and bird…read morewatching. As with many nice places, users are the problem- especially when they do not understand the concept of sharing a space with others. Most recently, we were enjoying a lovely and peaceful Sunday morning stroll and picnic breakfast when the stillness was shattered by a woman (purportedly teaching some sort of class) braying like a jackass and screaming at the top of her lungs, disturbing other users and the many wonderful ducks which, ultimately, took flight at all the commotion. We share public spaces- be mindful of how your actions affect others.

I was looking for a place I can take my son on his scooter to celebrate the summer, a place that I…read morecan also bring my dog and doesnt feel like you are in/near a city but has more of an outdoor flavor. This place was PERFECT The trails are well kept, some picnic tables/area at the edges but most of the walk is lovely, filled with people but yet feels not crowded, great views to the river, lots of birds and lots of dogs (I love places like this). My son loved the riding experience, my dog loved the exercise and I loved the entire bundle. I am sure once the trees will become green again it will be even more amazing and they also have a verity of winter walking trails. Nature in the City

If this was an ordinary park, it would get 2 or 3 stars. But it's not an ordinary park. Jacques…read morede Lesseps Park is adjacent to Montreal's airport property, and under the purview of YUL, that gives visitors views of commercial aircraft taking off and landing. The most notable feature here is a large artificial mound that was made so those who want to get good views, photos, and videos of aircraft will get an unobstructed view. There are also benches and picnic tables. Interestingly enough, there is also a porta potty, which looks really weird sitting in the middle of an industrial warehouse zone. Like a Francophone user indicated, it's probably a good idea to visit a nearby Tim Hortons for a donut and a cup of coffee before or after coming here and "doing your business" there. (Thus, it's sort of implicit that you may not want to use that bathroom at the park.) The park has informational signage and boards describing various aircraft that have come to YUL over the decades. There will indeed be aircraft spotting aficionados here and they will clearly remember seeing the last Boeing 747s or Airbus 380s at YUL, and which they miss. Can you blame them? Jacques de Lesseps Park YUL is sort of hidden, yet not hidden. It's but a few blocks west of and parallel to Cote de Liesse, in a warehouse zone with big streets. Parking should not be a problem on Jenkins Avenue alongside the park. If you really want to be civic minded, you can take STM bus 202 to some desolate stop along Cote de Liesse and walk here, but I don't think many people do that! The reason for the 5 stars is the airport's proactiveness in sponsoring and maintaining this site. Not only that, it brings a lot of enjoyment to those who have this as a hobby or just to everyday people who want to visit a park with a very different but very interesting raison d'etre.

Quite honestly one of the coolest hidden spots in Montreal. If you want to impress a date, have a…read moreromantic picnic, hang out with a friend, drive around aimlessly contemplating life itself, this is your spot. There is a park spot with some bleachers and a parking lot, both are great for plane watching. You will need a car to get here and if it's cold I don't recommend watching from outside. But in the summer, bring some picnic chairs and watch away!