Attractions

Parc national de la Mauricie / Lac-Édouard - Lac Bouchard - Lac du Fou

Establishment assessed on

Accessibility rating
Partially accessible

Establishment details

Door

  • Free width of at least 80 cm

Interior maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space at least 1.5 m wide x 1.5 m deep

Toilet bowl

  • Transfer zone on the side of the bowl of at least 90 cm
  • No back support for tankless toilet

Grab bar(s)

  • Horizontal to the right of the bowl
  • Horizontal behind the bowl

toilet paper dispenser

  • Toilet Paper Dispenser : 105 cm above floor

Additional information

    • The three dry toilets are identical. However, access varies from one lake to another:
    • Lac Bouchard: 9% slope on firm surface/lawn without handrails
    • Lac Édouard: Access without slope on compacted rock dust
    • Lac du Fou: 9% slope on firm surface/lawn without handrails and 3 cm threshold

      Number of reserved places

      • Reserved seat(s) for people with disabilities: : 4

      Additional information

        • Reserved parking spaces are located at the far end of the parking lot and provide access to a path leading directly to the beach and the service pavilion. The path is made of compacted rock dust and has a gentle slope.

          Front door

          • Difference in level between the exterior floor covering and the door sill : 3 cm
          • Free width of at least 80 cm
          • Opening requiring little physical effort

          Door

          • Free width of at least 80 cm
          • Presence of an electric opening mechanism

          Interior maneuvering space

          • Maneuvering space at least 1.5 m wide x 1.5 m deep

          Toilet bowl

          • Transfer zone on the side of the bowl of at least 90 cm

          Grab bar(s)

          • Horizontal to the right of the bowl
          • Horizontal behind the bowl
          • Located : 108 cm above floor

          toilet paper dispenser

          • Toilet Paper Dispenser : 100 cm above floor

          Washbasin

          • Accessible sink

          Washbasin

          • Clearance under sink : 58 cm above floor

          Accessible washroom(s)

          • Interior Maneuvering Space : 1 m wide x 1 m deep

          Accessible toilet cubicle door

          • Clear door width : 75 cm

          Accessible washroom bowl

          • Transfer area on the side of the toilet bowl : 87 cm

          Accessible toilet stall grab bar(s)

          • Horizontal to the left of the bowl
          • Horizontal behind the bowl
          • Located : 95 cm above floor

          • Path on the site on slight slope
          • Path on the site on asphalt
          • Path on the site on sand
          • Path on the site on grass
          • Access to picnic table has dirt surface
          • Access to the beach: road on slight slope
          • Access to the beach: road wider than 1 m
          • Beach: hippocampe available
          • Beach : aucun tapis de plage

          Additional information

            • The boat rental counter is raised (103 cm). Kayaks with stabilizers and seahorse chairs are available for rent, allowing users to swim in the water and move around on the sand.

              Trail

              • Gentle slope
              • Coating in compacted rock dust
              • Width over 1.1m
              • Well marked trail

              Additional information

                • Departure from Lac-Édouard towards Lac Étienne. The trail is accessible up to the bridge, after which it is recommended to turn back.

                  Number of reserved places

                  • Reserved seat(s) for people with disabilities: : 2

                  Reserved seat location

                  • Near the entrance

                  Route leading from the parking lot to the entrance

                  • Without obstacles

                  Trail

                  • Coating in compacted rock dust
                  • Wood cladding
                  • Width over 1.1m

                  Outdoor furniture

                  • Accessible table

                  Additional information

                    • Lake Bouchard offers a magnificent view. The trail from the parking lot is accessible. A small wooden bridge crosses the stream. It has no handrail, only a ledge. The lookout at the end of the trail has a 5 cm threshold.

                      flooring

                      • Asphalted ground

                      Number of reserved places

                      • No seating reserved for disabled persons

                      Trail

                      • Slope : 15 %

                      Additional information

                        • No tables or benches. Several roots along the trail. A few thresholds (5-10 cm) between different surfaces, particularly wooden bridges. No hiking equipment available for loan.

                          Description

                          The three lakes are located near the Rivière-à-la-Pêche Service Pavilion.

                          Contact details

                          Chemin du Parc national, Shawinigan, Québec

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