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Notable lake · Mauricie, Quebec

Lac Ripon

Lac Ripon is a lake in Mauricie, Quebec.

Lac Ripon: 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 Ripon

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 Ripon — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 46.95448, -73.38699. 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 Ripon full? Are the gates open?

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

    What is the best time to visit Lac Ripon?

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

    What are the places to visit near Lac Ripon?

    Nearby: Lac des Aigles (lake, 11 km), Zec du Chapeau-de-Paille (sanctuary, 14 km), Réserve faunique du Saint-Maurice (sanctuary, 28 km), Lac au Sorcier (lake, 39 km), Lac Wabano (lake, 42 km), Réservoir Taureau (lake, 45 km).

    Is Lac Ripon worth visiting?

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