Oka National Park, Nature reserve in Pointe-Calumet, Canada.
Oka National Park is a nature reserve on the northern shore of Lac des Deux Montagnes, featuring forests, wetlands, and sandy beaches. The landscape combines different terrain types that can be explored along marked pathways.
The Sulpician order built seven chapels on the hills of the park in 1740 as Stations of the Cross. These religious structures have shaped the spiritual character of the place ever since.
The Calvaire d'Oka shrine within the park draws visitors seeking spiritual moments in nature and exploring the religious roots of the site. The shrine is deeply woven into local tradition and forms a quiet place for reflection surrounded by trees and water.
The park has several marked trails for hiking, cycling, and cross-country skiing, with picnic areas and camping available. Summer and early fall are the best times to visit, when all trails are accessible and the weather is mild.
The reserve holds one of Quebec's largest heronries, providing habitat for numerous bird species. Visitors frequently spot herons and other waterfowl along the lakeshore during their walks.
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