Passerelle refuge faunique © D.Gendron
Piranga écarlate © Héritage Saint-Bernard
Moulin de l'Île Saint-Bernard © D.Gendron
Just about 20 minutes south of Montréal, this island offers exceptional heritage and natural resources guaranteed to delight you! Enjoy 8 km (5 mi.) of groomed trails in the magnificent Marguerite-D’Youville wildlife refuge. Available services : guided excursions, café, bistro, 115-room hotel.
For families
Children's entertainment, an outdoor playground and a walking trail on site, a picnic area and restrooms for breaks.
Good to know
Free parking and Wi-Fi.
Refuge faunique Marguerite-D’Youville is located in Châteauguay (Montérégie), about 20 km from Montréal as the crow flies.
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Refuge faunique Marguerite-D’Youville is located at 480, boul. D'Youville, Châteauguay, in the Montérégie region. It is about 20 km from Montréal as the crow flies.
Yes: free on-site parking.
According to the operator, adapted activities or equipment are available. Contact the establishment for details.
Yes: dining room, snack bar, cafeteria, café, tea room and picnic area.
Yes, there is a terrace on site.
Yes, wireless Internet access (Wi-Fi) is available.
Yes, children will find on site: outdoor playground for children and children's entertainment.
Running, hiking and snowshoeing.
On site: restrooms and shop.
Yes, guided tours are offered. For groups, they are offered in French and in English.
Yes, groups are welcome, reservation required and with a group rate. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 450 698-3133 or on its website: ilesaintbernard.ca.
Planning a family activity in Châteauguay? Refuge faunique Marguerite-D’Youville is part of the Quoi faire en famille directory, alongside hundreds of ideas for all ages.
Last updated: February 25, 2026
