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Notable lake · Mauricie, Quebec

Lac Dawson

Lac Dawson is a lake in Mauricie, Quebec.

Lac Dawson: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Lac Dawson

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Lac Dawson — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 47.61104, -73.68889. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Lac Dawson full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Lac Dawson yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Lac Dawson?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Lac Dawson?

    Nearby: Lake Manouane (lake, 38 km), Zec du Gros-Brochet (sanctuary, 38 km), Lac Mondonac (lake, 40 km), Lac du Frisson (lake, 48 km), Réservoir Blanc (lake, 54 km), Lac Wabano (lake, 56 km).

    Is Lac Dawson worth visiting?

    Lac Dawson is listed as a notable lake in Quebec on Spotwander.