Fort Témiscamingue

Fort Témiscamingue stands on the eastern shore of Lake Timiskaming, serving as a central point between Hudson Bay and the Saint Lawrence River.

Founded in 1679 by Montreal merchants, the fort was reconstructed in 1720 at Obadjiwan Point following its destruction by Iroquois forces in 1688.

The site contains archaeological evidence of Indigenous settlements dating back 6,500 years, including tools made from non-local stone and early ceramics.

The national historic site remains closed to general visitors until spring 2025, but school groups can arrange guided tours from June to October.

The construction of a hydroelectric dam on the Ottawa River in 1919 altered the shoreline water level, leading to the removal of all original buildings.

Location: Duhamel-Ouest

Inception: 1679

Address: 834, chemin du Vieux-Fort, Duhamel-Ouest (Québec), J9V 1N7 J9V 1N7 J9V 1N7

Phone: +8196293222

Email: pc.obadjiwantemiscamingue.pc@canada.ca

Website: http://pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/qc/temiscamingue

GPS coordinates: 47.28860,-79.46140

Latest update: March 28, 2025 15:04