Pointe-Calumet offers several specific points of interest for a stay: its beach history tells the story of its development as a vacation destination, today’s facilities offer a range of waterfront experiences, and La Vagabonde offers a distinct perspective on cycling. These topics answer different questions about the destination. If you’re mainly interested in understanding the character of the place, you can start with its historic vacationers; if you’re choosing activities, you’ll find both waterfront options and a cycling route with sections of varying lengths.
Beach History and Vacation Destination
Starting in 1916, Pointe-Calumet’s fine sandy beaches, together with the railway, attracted many vacationers. Many returned regularly, and these repeat visits increased the population. Families from Montréal and the surrounding area also used to come for summer swims. The vacationers’ return describes repeated visits, while the summer swimming trips reflect the seasonal nature of historic beach visits. According to the town’s history, Pointe à Demers may have prompted Pointe-Calumet’s development as a vacation destination and was also the town’s most beautiful beach. Its role remains a possible historical interpretation.
Different Waterfront Locations
Voile Sansoucy is located in Pointe-Calumet on the shore of Lac des Deux-Montagnes and has a private beach. Seasonal access may vary; if this particular beach is important to your visit, check access in advance. The municipal swimming pool is equipped with an automatic PAL2 seat that enables entry into the water and was specially designed for people with reduced mobility. The Beach Club is located on the waterfront in Pointe-Calumet and has lounge areas, cabanas, pools, and a main stage where big-name DJs perform. The three options are clearly distinct: a private beach, a specific assistive device for entering the water at the swimming pool, and pools plus stage entertainment at the Beach Club. This makes it easier to choose based on what you’re looking for rather than treating these different venues as interchangeable beach offerings.
La Vagabonde: A Cycling Route with Sections to Choose From
La Vagabonde is also a specific point of interest for cyclists visiting Pointe-Calumet. The cycling route runs along the Rivière des Mille-Îles and Lac des Deux-Montagnes and passes through Saint-Eustache, Deux-Montagnes, Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac, Oka, and Saint-Placide. This listed route spans several municipalities; Pointe-Calumet is connected to this regional cycling route. La Vagabonde is paved, runs away from roads, and is suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. The route can be divided into sections of 8 to 20 kilometers; there are also several starting points. Distance and starting point are two separate choices: first, you can consider the stated distance, then decide which of the possible starting points fits your plans. The municipalities listed place the route in a broader context, while the distances in kilometers make specific sections easy to compare.
Discover more destinations: Saint-Eustache, Oka.
For the broader travel overview: Deux-Montagnes.
