Boat Launch in Montreal, Quebec
Quai 34
Quai 34 is one of the more practical public launch points in Lachine because it combines a dock, ramp, and nearby park services, but the real planning detail is trailer parking rather than the launch itself.
Quai 34
Plan your visit
What to know before you go.
Quai and ramp beside Parc Saint-Louis in Lachine.
Montreal says no permit is required in Lachine.
Plan launch and recovery within the posted daily schedule.
Dock timing depends on water level.
Paid parking is simpler for vehicles without trailers; trailer users face resident-sticker limits at Parc Saint-Louis.
The adjacent park lists washrooms, picnic space, and bike stands.
Quai 34 is also listed as stroller-friendly.
The City lists 34e Avenue for both light non-motorized launches and heavier boat access in Lachine.
Best For
Good To Know
The launch itself is straightforward; the part worth planning in advance is parking, especially if you are arriving with a trailer.
Parc Saint-Louis next to the quay adds washrooms, picnic space, and a longer waterfront area, which makes Quai 34 more practical than a bare curbside launch.
Launch Details
- What the City classifies here
- Montreal's Lachine launch page lists 34e Avenue as both a launch point for light non-motorized craft and the heavy-boat launch area.
- Hours
- Quai 34 itself is posted 6:00 am to 11:00 pm.
- Seasonal dock timing
- Docks are usually installed around mid-May and removed at the end of October, depending on water level.
Parking And Services
- No permit to launch
- Access is free in Lachine and no launch permit is required.
- Trailer reality
- Parc Saint-Louis paid parking is aimed at vehicles without trailers, while annual parking stickers for vehicles with or without trailers are limited to Lachine residents.
- Nearby washrooms
- Parc Saint-Louis next door lists washrooms, bike stands, picnic space, and the same waterfront launch context.
What To Expect On Site
- Shared public space
- The quay sits in an active public waterfront setting that is also popular with fishers and sunset visitors.
- Accessible layout
- Quai 34 is listed as wheelchair accessible and stroller-friendly, which is useful if your group includes non-launching companions.
Official Info
- Launch rules
- Use Montreal's public launch page for the most current Lachine access and parking guidance. Open launch guidance
- City contact
- Call 311 for Montreal service information and current launch-related questions.
Questions People Ask
Do I need a permit to launch at Quai 34?
No. Montreal says Lachine launch access is free and no permit is required.
Can I launch a kayak or canoe at Quai 34?
Yes. Montreal's Lachine page includes 34e Avenue among the official light non-motorized launch points.
Can I bring a trailer to Quai 34?
34e Avenue is also the heavy-boat launch area, but the main planning issue is parking. Parc Saint-Louis limits the easiest parking option to vehicles without trailers, and resident-only annual stickers apply to some trailer parking arrangements.
Are washrooms available at Quai 34?
Yes nearby. Parc Saint-Louis next to the quay lists washrooms on its official page.
Is Quai 34 a year-round launch?
No. Montreal says the docks are generally put in around mid-May and removed at the end of October, depending on water level.
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Official And Operator
- Ville de MontrealOfficial page
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Google And Maps
- GetAttractions.comSupporting article