FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc
Planning a stay at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts, Mauricie? Find answers to the most frequently asked questions here.
Booking and preparing for your stay
Your accommodation is guaranteed from 5 PM on the day of your arrival.
Departure must be completed by 11 AM at the latest.
A deposit corresponding to 50% of the stay amount before taxes is required to confirm the reservation.
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc accepts:
cash;
Visa;
Mastercard.
The reservation deposit is non-refundable.
For a room:
if the cancellation is made more than 72 hours before the arrival date, the deposit can be deferred to a later date, with no maximum period for use;
if the cancellation is made less than 72 hours before the arrival date, the deposit is forfeited and can be neither refunded nor deferred.
For any special situation, it is recommended to contact the team before your stay.
The reservation deposit is non-refundable.
For a cottage:
if the cancellation is made more than 30 days before the arrival date, the deposit can be deferred to a later date, with no maximum period for use;
if the cancellation is made less than 30 days before the arrival date, the deposit is forfeited and can be neither refunded nor deferred.
Yes. Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc gift cards are available and can be purchased by phone or directly on-site.
To purchase one, contact us at 819-265-4242.
Lodging at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc offers fully equipped cottages as well as inn rooms.
These options allow you to choose lodging in Mauricie that’s suitable for couples, families, and groups alike.
The cottages can accommodate up to 12 adults.
Each cottage includes 4 bedrooms, and each has its own private bathroom, for a total of four bathrooms.
Yes. The cottages are designed to make your stay in nature easy.
They notably include:
a full kitchen;
dishes;
bedding;
towels;
a propane BBQ;
propane;
firewood when a fireplace is present;
Wi-Fi.
Yes. Each of the four bedrooms in the cottage has its own private bathroom.
This setup is particularly practical for large families and groups.
All cottages offer a lake view.
However, they do not offer direct access to the lake from the cottage.
No. The cottages do not include a private spa.
However, guests in accommodation have access to the aquatic center at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc, which notably includes a hot tub.
Yes. All rooms at the inn include a private bathroom.
Rooms notably include:
bedding;
towels;
a television;
a mini-fridge;
a coffee maker;
Wi-Fi.
A room can accommodate up to 4 adults.
Not automatically.
Breakfast is included in certain packages only. It is also possible to book a room without meals and have your meals à la carte at the restaurant.
Yes. Guests can bring their own food and drinks.
Cottages feature a full kitchen and a propane BBQ.
Dogs and pets
Yes, dogs are allowed in cottages only.
A maximum of 2 dogs per cottage is permitted.
Your dog’s presence must be indicated at the time of booking or at the latest 72 hours before your arrival.
Owners must bring a crate, as one is not provided by the outfitter.
Dogs must:
be kept on a leash outside the cottage;
be supervised at all times;
stay in their crate when left alone;
be under their owner’s control;
have their waste systematically picked up.
Dogs are allowed:
in the cottages;
on the hiking trails;
in the rowboats;
on the pontoons.
They are not allowed:
in the restaurant;
in the bar;
at the aquatic center;
on the beach;
on the terrace;
during guided activities.
This policy does not apply to service dogs and guide dogs.
Wi-Fi, parking, and accessibility
Yes. Wi-Fi is offered:
in the main building;
in the restaurant;
in the inn rooms;
in the cottages.
Cellular coverage varies by provider.
The network may be limited in certain areas on the grounds. To stay connected during your stay, the Wi-Fi available in the main buildings and lodgings remains the best option.
Yes. Free parking is available on-site.
Yes. Four charging stations for electric vehicles are available in the main parking lot.
A room adapted for people with reduced mobility is available on the first floor.
To check specific needs and accessibility for your situation, we recommend contacting the team before booking.
How to get to Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc?
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc is located at:
1000, chemin du Domaine-Pellerin
Saint-Alexis-des-Monts (Québec)
J0K 1V0
Expect about a 2-hour drive from Montreal, depending on your starting point and road conditions.
Expect about a 2.5-hour drive from Quebec City.
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc is about 1 hour from Trois-Rivières.
Its location in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts makes it a convenient destination for a getaway or vacation in Mauricie.
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc Restaurant
Yes. The Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc restaurant is open to everyone, both for lodging guests and day visitors.
When the restaurant is open according to the seasonal schedule:
breakfast is served from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM;
lunch is served from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM;
dinner is served from 5:00 PM until closing.
The restaurant is normally open 7 days a week during its operating periods.
However, it is closed on weekdays in November, December, and April.
A reservation is required for the evening meal.
For breakfast and lunch, no reservation is generally required.
No.
Some packages include meals, but it’s not necessary to choose a meal package to stay at the outfitter.
Meals can also be ordered à la carte at the restaurant.
Yes. The restaurant can notably accommodate:
certain food allergies;
vegetarians;
people wanting gluten-free options.
It’s recommended to specify your dietary needs when booking your meal.
Yes. A kids’ menu is available.
Yes. Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc has a bar and holds a liquor license.
No. Bringing your own wine to the restaurant is not permitted.
Aquatic center
The aquatic center includes:
a heated indoor pool;
a hot tub;
a sauna.
It allows you to relax after a day of fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, or outdoor activities.
The aquatic center is accessible from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Yes. Access is included for guests staying in rooms and cottages.
Yes.
Day visitors can access it with a day pass or by paying the applicable access fees.
Fishing at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc offers the chance to fish for:
brook trout;
rainbow trout;
bass;
pike.
Trout fishing is one of the major outdoor experiences offered on the territory.
The summer fishing season generally runs from late April to late October.
No.
Fishing is accessible to both lodging guests and day visitors.
So you can plan a day of fishing in Mauricie without booking a cottage or room.
Yes. For fishing during the regular season, a valid Quebec fishing license is required in addition to the fishing rights applicable at the outfitter.
The provincial license is not sold directly on-site.
It can be obtained online before your visit.
Children 12 and under can fish under their parents’ quota.
Yes.
Fishing is accessible to people with no prior experience, making it a great activity for a first fishing experience or a family outing.
Yes. Various equipment can be rented on-site, including:
fishing rods;
rowboats;
electric motors;
batteries;
life jackets;
landing nets;
coolers.
Worms and certain fishing items can also be purchased on-site.
No. Personal watercraft are not accepted on the outfitter’s bodies of water.
However, it is possible to bring your own electric motor.
Yes. A fishing guide service is available upon request.
Advance booking is recommended to check availability.
Yes. A gutting service is available for a fee.
Ice fishing
Yes. Ice fishing is offered during the winter when ice conditions permit.
Yes. Ice fishing is accessible to day visitors as well as guests in accommodation.
Yes. The tip-ups required for the activity are provided according to the chosen fishing right.
No. There are no heated fishing shacks.
Personal tents are not accepted either.
No. For ice fishing offered at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc, a provincial permit is not required.
Activities in Mauricie
Yes.
It is not necessary to stay overnight to enjoy several activities at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc.
Day activities as well as day passes are offered.
Booking is not always mandatory, but it is highly recommended.
Certain activities depend notably on the availability of guides and the number of places available.
Yes.
Certain activities may be cancelled, modified, or postponed depending on:
weather conditions;
snow conditions;
guide availability.
Yes. Activity Passport options are offered during both the summer and winter seasons.
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc welcomes families, and there is no general minimum age applicable to all activities.
However, certain activities may have their own safety requirements.
It is therefore best to check the specific conditions of the chosen activity at the time of booking.
Snowmobiling in Mauricie
Yes.
Snowmobilers can travel to Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc with their own snowmobile.
Yes.
The outfitter is accessible from federated trails 349 and 350, making it a convenient stop for snowmobilers exploring the Mauricie region.
Yes. Parking is available for trailers.
Yes. Gas is available on-site for snowmobilers.
Yes. Snowmobile rental is offered for the winter season.
Advance booking is highly recommended.
Yes. A driver’s license is mandatory.
A credit card is also required for the rental.
A security deposit of $3,000 plus taxes is required.
Yes. Driver equipment is included, notably the driver’s helmet and clothing.
The requirement is based on the passenger’s height and ability to travel safely rather than a specific age.
The passenger must measure at least 1.38 meters and be able to:
sit stably behind the driver;
keep their feet on the footrests throughout the ride.
If you have any doubt regarding a child’s height, contact the team before booking.
Family stays
Yes.
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc welcomes families and offers various accommodation and nature activity options suitable for a family stay in Mauricie.
Yes. Baby cribs are available.
It is recommended to request one at the time of booking.
Yes. High chairs are available for young children.
Yes. Children’s rates are offered.
The child category generally applies to those 12 years old and under.
Groups, weddings, and corporate events
Yes.
Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc hosts weddings and can combine reception, catering, accommodation, and a natural environment in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts.
Yes.
The outfitter notably hosts:
business meetings;
corporate retreats;
private events;
family groups;
group activities.
The maximum capacity is approximately 100 people.
To determine the configuration best suited to your event, contact the team to discuss your needs.
Yes. Rooms are available for receptions, meetings, and group events.
Yes. On-site accommodation can be integrated into the organization of an event or a group stay.
Yes.
Group meals and bar service can be part of the event organization.
Yes. Audiovisual equipment is available for meetings and events.
Yes. Outdoor team building activities can be organized in collaboration with external partners.
Practical information
Yes. A small convenience shop is accessible on-site.
The selection remains intentionally simple but allows for the purchase of certain useful products during your stay.
You can notably find:
ice;
earthworms;
certain fishing equipment and items;
souvenirs.
Yes, in the areas provided for this purpose.
The instructions applicable on-site must always be respected.
For a reservation or to check a detail regarding your stay: