L'Île-Bizard, Quebec Area
Montreal borough island with parks and residential neighborhoods
Island borough of Montreal with parkland, trails and golf courses; visitors cycle island paths, kayak narrow channels and reach the city via bridges.
L'Île-Bizard, Quebec at a Glance#
Address: Île-Bizard, Montreal (Île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève borough), Quebec, Canada
About L'Île-Bizard, Quebec#
L’Île-Bizard is an island community and municipal sector within the City of Montreal in Quebec, forming part of the borough L’Île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève. It is notable for its shoreline, wetlands and recreational green spaces.
The island offers waterfront parks, marshes and trails that are used for hiking, cycling, kayaking and birdwatching. Recreational amenities include marinas and seasonal outdoor activities tied to the island’s shoreline and green corridors.
Originally settled and farmed during the colonial period, the island’s local municipalities were incorporated into Montreal’s municipal structure in the early 21st century, after which it has remained a predominantly residential and recreational part of the city.
Located on the northwest edge of the Island of Montreal, the island is separated from the mainland by channels and is linked to the rest of the city by bridges. It sits across waterways from Laval and other northwest Montreal sectors.
- Main natural area: Contains extensive shoreline, wetlands and trails used for cycling, kayaking and winter recreation, and is the island’s main public natural area.
What to See#
- Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard Nature Park: A large natural area of marsh, woodland and shoreline with trails for hiking, birdwatching and non-motorized boating that forms the island’s principal public greenspace.
How to Get to L'Île-Bizard, Quebec#
Île-Bizard is connected to Montreal by the Île-aux-Tourtes (Autoroute 40) bridge. In summer there is also a small seasonal ferry service from Pointe-aux-Trembles/nearby points. Public transit reaches the island via STM buses from Montreal-check current schedules for routes into the Île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève borough.
Tips for Visiting L'Île-Bizard, Quebec#
- Take the Île Bizard ferry (in summer) or drive across the Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge from mainland Montreal.
- Explore Bois-de-l'Île-Bizard Nature Park for shoreline trails and look for the 19th-century windmill remains.
- Avoid weekends in summer if seeking quiet-local families use park beaches and picnic sites heavily.
Best Time to Visit L'Île-Bizard, Quebec#
Summer and early autumn are best for outdoor activities, boating, and enjoying the island's shoreline.
Weather & Climate near L'Île-Bizard, Quebec#
L'Île-Bizard, Quebec's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (986 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -15° - -6° | -17° | 76 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -14° - -4° | -15° | 60 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -7° - 2° | -8° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 10° | 2° | 81 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 19° | 13° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 24° | 18° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 16° - 27° | 21° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 25° | 20° | 91 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 13° | 7° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 6° | -2° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -10° - -2° | -12° | 82 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
