Photo #1 – The large field and the pavilions
Near the entrance and the parking lot you will find a large field in which wheat was cultivated.
Take a picture of the large field with a view of the pavilions.
Photo #2 – The nautical center
The nautical center of the city of Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot is located at the water’s edge on the site of the Parc Historique de la Pointe-du-Moulin.
Once you find it, you can take the opportunity to rent a boat, but don’t forget your photo!
Photo #3 – The large field bridge
To the right of the nautical center you will find a wooden bridge that crosses over a small stream.
Stop for a moment to admire the view of the water’s edge and take a picture of it.
Photo #4 – The bird feeder
Near the long bridge and the pavilions is a large bird feeder.
This is the ideal place to observe the different species of birds that we have at Pointe-du-Moulin.
Photo #5 – The 18th century
An information panel on the 18th century can be found on the edge of the trails.
Take the time to learn more about life in another era.
Photo #6 – The long bridge
The terrace of the main pavilions will lead you to the long bridge to get to the historic area.
At the end of the bridge you can see the miller’s house.
Photo #7 – The marsh
A small marsh is hidden between the historic area and the pavilions.
A good place to observe several types of amphibians.
Photo #8 – The miller’s house
If you pass through the historic area of the park, you will be able to see the miller’s house, built in 1785.
If you are passing during our opening hours, take the opportunity to visit it!
Photo #9 – The garden of New France
Near the miller’s house is the Jardin de la Nouvelle-France.
It grows the same vegetables that were grown in the 18th century!
Photo #10 – The Native American Garden
A second garden is located in the historic area. Vegetables are grown there using Native American techniques.
Do you know the three sisters? Perhaps a visit to this garden can enlighten you…
Photo #11 – The windmill
In the historic area, you will be able to see our three-hundred-year-old windmill!
You can also find an information panel explaining the different parts of the mill mechanism allowing the wind to be converted into mechanical movement which then turns grain into flour!
Photo #12 – A historical view
While in the historic area, take the time to admire the view of the waterfront.
If the weather permits you should be able to see downtown Montreal. Can you identify a point of interest?
Photo #13 – Picnic time
Two large picnic areas are available to visitors. One to the north of the park as well as one to the south.
Have you visited both? Now is the perfect time to sit down to relax and grab a bite to eat before continuing your visit.
Photo #14 – The hidden beach
Somewhere in the waterfront trails is a small, hidden beach.
Will you be able to find and photograph it? We remind you, however, that for your safety it is forbidden to swim there!
Photo #15 – The sign at the entrance
You will find a large sign near the parking lot informing you of important dates on the site.
For example, do you know in what year the Pointe-du-Moulin Historical Park opened its doors?
Photo #16 – The wish tree
We have a huge tree on the site that we nickname the wish tree.
If you find it, take a moment to admire it and make a wish there!
Bonus #1 – The birdhouses
The Pointe-du-Moulin Historical Park in partnership with the Vaudreuil-Soulanges ornithology club have installed a few birdhouses on the site.
Are you able to find them? Perhaps you will see a swallow there!
Bonus #2 – The owl niche
An owl niche has been set up somewhere in the forest.
Try to find it and you may be lucky enough to spot an owl!
Bonus #3 – The birds of Pointe-du-Moulin
The Pointe-du-Moulin Historical Park is a real nature reserve for birds. According to the site eBird the Pointe-du-Moulin lists more than 200 different species of birds which testifies to the impressive ornithological diversity.
Become an ornithologist for a day and try to photograph as many species as possible!
You will find below some species to inspire you:
- Hirondelle bicolore
- Carouge à épaulette
- Geai bleu
- Cardinal rouge
- Pic mineur
- Canard Colvert
- Oriole Baltimore
- Grand héron
- Piranga écarlate
- Grande Aigrette
- Sterne pierregarin
- Tyran Tritri
- Grand Pic
- Hibou des marais
- Martin pêcheur
Bonus #4 – The animals of Pointe-du-Moulin
The Historical Park does not only welcome birds, we also have a great diversity of other animals that come to visit us!
Whether in the forest, in the marsh or by the river there is a ton of different species to discover!
Bonus #5 – The seaway
The St. Lawrence River seaway passes in front of our mill at the end of the historic area. It is therefore common to see large ships passing by this place.
Stop for a moment to observe these boats which are sometimes of an impressive size!
Bonus #6 – Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport airspace
The Pointe-du-Moulin Historical Park is located directly under the trajectory of runway # 6 at Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport.
It is therefore common to see aircrafts in the sky. Try to photograph different types!
