Fort Témiscamingue, Trading post in Duhamel-Ouest, Canada.
Fort Témiscamingue sits on the eastern shore of Lake Timiskaming as a historic trading settlement that connected Hudson Bay to the Saint Lawrence River. The site contains layered archaeological remains spanning different periods of occupation.
The trading post was established in 1679 by Montreal merchants as a fur trade hub. After Iroquois forces destroyed it in 1688, it was rebuilt in 1720 at Obadjiwan Point.
The site reveals evidence of settlements extending back 6,500 years, including tools crafted from non-local stone and early ceramic pieces. These archaeological findings show how long Indigenous peoples had established themselves at this location.
The site remains closed to general visitors until spring 2025, though school groups can arrange guided visits from June through October. Check ahead to confirm access dates and book any organized tours in advance.
A hydroelectric dam built on the Ottawa River in 1919 altered the shoreline level and forced the removal of all original structures. Today visitors see mostly archaeological remains rather than standing buildings.
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