Lac Phillipe

Coordinates: 45°36′10.4″N 75°59′50″W / 45.602889°N 75.99722°W / 45.602889; -75.99722
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Lac Philippe
Philippe Lake
LocationPontiac / La Pêche, Les Collines-de-l'Outaouais Regional County Municipality, Quebec
Coordinates45°36′10.4″N 75°59′50″W / 45.602889°N 75.99722°W / 45.602889; -75.99722
Primary inflowsSmith Creek[1]
Basin countriesCanada
Surface area1.76 km^2
Average depth8.96 m

Lac Philippe is a medium-sized lake located on the north side of Gatineau Park. Swimming is permitted on the beach and is even guarded by lifeguards. Campsites are available on the coast of Lac Philippe. One may rent paddle-boats, kayaks, and canoes however. An admission fee is charged when driving into the park. Lac Philippe is approximately a 50-minute drive from Ottawa. The lake is known for its family-friendly picnic areas and its clean water.

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