Chambly

chambly

Parks Canada
QC · reservable

what to expect

Along the Richelieu River, the Chambly Canal stretches nearly 20 kilometres between the municipalities of Chambly and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. A small paradise for cyclists, boaters and hikers, the site offers pure relaxation in an environment carved out by more than a century of history.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from edmonton
39.9h · 2994 km
drive from calgary
40.6h · 3042 km
drive from vancouver
49.4h · 3708 km

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what to know

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

this list adapts to chambly. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about chambly

can dogs camp at chambly?
Yes. Chambly allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does chambly have electric hookups?
No. Chambly does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is chambly from edmonton?
Chambly is 2994 km from Edmonton — approximately a 39.9-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at chambly?
Yes. Chambly is operated by Parks Canada and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at chambly?
Peak season at Chambly aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of chambly.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from parks canada + open sources

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