A quick stop while on the highway…read more The good: Beautiful scenery. Lots of parking. Picnic tables. Garbage cans. Bathrooms with stools. Fresh cut grass. Covid restrictions posted (but are they truly respected?) Parking also available in the back. The bad: No restaurants. Bathrooms smells (they are not truly attended). No flyers for tourists. Lots, lots, lots of parked 18-wheelers. Covid restrictions: There is a sign on the bathroom doors saying " not more than 3 people at a time ", and that is about it. It is a nice stop in the middle of a long drive, but do not expect to get food or drinks.

We stopped at Domaine Joly‑De Lotbinière on our way from Trois‑Rivières to Québec City specifically…read moreto see the Victorian gardens, and they did not disappoint. In mid‑August the gardens were in full bloom, with beautiful sections including a shade garden and an alpine garden. The old black walnut trees are impressive, and the two ponds make the grounds even more picturesque. There is a tour of the mansion; it was in French, which I unfortunately don't speak, but there are plenty of English plaques explaining the history of the place. A small café on site is perfect for a quick bite. A restful and beautiful stop -- especially for garden lovers, as the variety of flowers here is truly spectacular.

This is our second time here and we love the place. However, rating it 4 instead of 5 because it…read moreneeds to take greater safety precautions with the higher volume of people it is receiving now. Ice Safety Precautions: Specifically, if you are an expert ice skater, you will be fine but if you are average or a very infrequent ice skater - you need to be very careful. We saw a great deal of falls; including one in our own group that caused serious bone injury to our friend (who is an average ice skater) and had us spending over 7 hours at the local hospital. Specific safety suggestions from our own experience and I would strongly recommend the owners to get a professional safety review done: A. Entrance area from when you enter the park after getting your ticket scan needs to be in better safety shape, including the path from there to the equipment rental B. More medical/trained "Ice Lifeguards" skating throughout the trails and with well marked Jacquets, equipment and/or phone booths where to call them - along with clear instructions on what to do or get when someone has a hard fall - like the many we observed during this return trip C. Areas in front of the lodge where the restrooms are found also needs better on-going care and additional safety rails as you enter the lodge Again, we love the place and are only suggesting these because of our own return experience and because we hope it will continue to be here for many years to come.

Great time skating through the woods. The $25 ca entry fee was for the full day and got you a…read moresample of maple or honey. All people, Families, couples were having fun. Many different skating abilities in show. They have sled chairs you can push for those that want a little support. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There are rentals and a snack bar. Not fancy but super fun!