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Vent de la SavaneFishing & hunting outfitter

In Lac-Matawin, Lanaudière, QC·GPS coordinates : 46.7301° N, 74.1731° W

Activities
Nature Lodging · Big Game Hunting · Bird Hunting · Fishing · Ice Fishing · Hunting & fishing · Equipment rental · Family Experiences
Key species
Brook trout · Northern pike · Yellow perch
Capacity
11 cabins · 4 to 10 guests
Lakes & rivers
32 lakes

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Vast 82 km² exclusive territory with 32 lakes in the heart of Lanaudière.

Vent de la Savane is a nature lodging, big game hunting, bird hunting, fishing, ice fishing, hunting & fishing, equipment rental and family experiences outfitter in the heart of Lanaudière, Qc. It offers 11 lodgings (up to 10 guests), 32 lakes and a 81.9 km² territory. Featured species: Brook trout, Northern pike and Yellow perch. About 2 h 27 drive from Montreal.

The territory

Where the outfitter is located

Vent de la Savane is located in Lanaudière, Quebec. A 81.9 km² territory dotted with 32 lakes. The closest service town is Lac-Matawin.

Species on the territory

  • Brook trout
  • Northern pike
  • Yellow perch
  • Walleye
  • Wild turkey
  • Black bear
  • Moose
  • Deer
  • Ruffed grouse
  • Spruce grouse
  • Snowshoe hare
  • Waterfowl
  • American woodcock
Activities & rates

Vent de la Savane packages

Packages — Fishing

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Fishing with lodging

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European plan fishing stay with accommodation in an isolated lakeshore cabin. Gives access to about thirty lakes for brook trout, northern pike and yellow perch fishing with rowboat provided.

  • 2 nights
  • Up to 2 guests
  • European (No meals)
  • Cabin
Hébergement en chalet équipéDroits de pêcheAccès aux lacs
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Day-pass fishing

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Full-day fishing access (7am to 7pm) including a rowboat and a 10-trout quota for a minimum of 2 people.

  • 1 days
  • Up to 2 guests
  • European (No meals)
  • No lodging
Accès à la pêche à la journée
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Overseas package — fishing (all-inclusive, 1 guided day)

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7-night stay with 6 fishing days (including 1 guided day) for European guests. Includes fishing rights on 14 lakes, cabin accommodation, airport transfers, dinners, and boat.

  • 7 nights
  • 2 to 10 people
  • American (3 meals)
  • Cabin
Droit de pêche sur 14 lacs1 jour de pêche guidéeChaloupe incluse
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Fishing Package - Overseas

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Designed for fishing enthusiasts coming from overseas or seeking a guided experience, this seven-night, six-day fishing package offers full access to fourteen outfitter lakes containing brook trout, northern pike, perch, and walleye. It includes one full day guided by a…

professional guide to explore top fishing spots, fishing rights on the exclusive territory, round-trip airport transportation, lakefront cabin lodging, evening meals, bedding, and housekeeping. A rowboat is supplied for every group of two to three anglers. Provincial fishing permits, breakfasts, lunches, and electric motors are not included.
  • 7 nights
  • 2 to 10 people
  • American (3 meals)
  • Cabin
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Lodgings

11 Cabins and lodgings at Vent de la Savane

11 cabins available in Lanaudière, QC.

By water body
MOOSE CHALET – MOOSE CHALET

Cabin

MOOSE CHALET

Lake Descôteaux

  • Up to 10 guests
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 double beds · 6 single beds

Overlooking Lake Descôteaux, chalet L'Orignal is a rustic 24' x 24' wooden cabin accommodating up to 7 guests. Renowned for pike fishing, Lake Descôteaux is reserved exclusively for guests staying at the Orignal, Brochet, and Huards chalets. The characterful interior…

showcases exposed round log beams and propane lighting. Sleeping arrangements include a main-floor dormitory bedroom with six single and bunk beds, plus an open loft mezzanine reached by a wooden staircase featuring a double bed. The main living area provides a functional kitchen with a sink, stove, propane refrigerator with freezer, wood stove, and a round dining table. The bathroom includes a bathtub with a hot shower, sink, and toilet. Outdoors, the porch features a propane BBQ, an outdoor table, and a lakeside fire pit area with a private dock for boating and fishing access.
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L'OURS CABIN – L'OURS CABIN

L'OURS CABIN

Lake Savane

  • Up to 10 guests
  • 4 bedrooms

Located directly on the shores of Lake Savane in Lanaudière, chalet L'Ours features a 24' x 30' layout accommodating up to 10 guests. Designed for an authentic stay in nature, it offers four closed bedrooms plus a futon. The open-plan…

living area features wood-paneled walls, exposed ceiling beams, a wood stove, a large dining table, a sofa, and a kitchen equipped with a propane stove burner, a refrigerator with a freezer, and complete cooking utensils. The cabin includes an indoor bathroom with a hot shower, sink, and toilet. Outside, a covered wooden porch with a deck, a propane BBQ, an outdoor fire pit area, and a picnic table allow guests to enjoy the tranquil forest setting. Positioned on a stocked trout lake hosting only two chalets set about one kilometer apart, the property provides rowboats directly in front of the cabin alongside a wooden dock with open views over the calm water.
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CHALET L'OUTARDE – CHALET L'OUTARDE

CHALET L'OUTARDE

Lake Jens

  • Up to 10 guests
  • 4 bedrooms

Located right on the edge of Lake Jens, chalet L'Outarde offers a 24' x 30' layout for up to 10 guests. This bright, welcoming cabin features 4 closed bedrooms equipped with wooden bunk beds. Powered by a solar lighting system,…

it comes fully equipped with a wood stove, propane burner, refrigerator with freezer, and complete kitchenware. The closed indoor bathroom includes a hot shower stall, sink, and toilet. Outside, a small wooden deck offers views across the calm lake and forested hills. Facilities include a propane BBQ, an outdoor picnic table, a fire pit, and rowboats tied to the dock. Lake Jens provides quiet, exclusive stocked trout fishing in a natural wilderness environment.
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CHALET LA LOUTRE – CHALET LA LOUTRE

CHALET LA LOUTRE

Lake Savane

  • Up to 7 guests
  • 5 bedrooms

Situated directly on the shores of Lake Savane, chalet La Loutre measures 24' x 30' and accommodates up to 12 guests. Perfectly suited for larger groups or families, it offers 5 bedrooms furnished with single and bunk bed setups. The…

bright rustic interior features wood-paneled walls and ceilings, a warming wood stove, a fully equipped kitchen with a propane stove burner, refrigerator, freezer, and a spacious dining area. An indoor bathroom with a hot shower is also provided. Outside, a raised covered porch overlooks a densely wooded setting. Guests have access to a propane BBQ, an outdoor fire pit, an outdoor table, and rowboats moored right at the wooden dock facing the cabin. Lake Savane is dedicated to stocked trout fishing and hosts only two accommodations set one kilometer apart, ensuring absolute peace and exclusive water access.
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PIKE CABIN – PIKE CABIN

PIKE CABIN

Lake Descôteaux

  • Up to 10 guests
  • 1 bedrooms
  • 2 double beds · 2 single beds

Chalet Le Brochet is a completely renovated 20' x 18' cabin set high above Lake Descôteaux. Designed for up to 6 guests, it provides a functional base for pike fishing on a lake restricted to occupants of just three neighboring…

chalets. The interior features a single dormitory bedroom equipped with six bunked sleeping spaces arranged across two frame structures (single bed on top, double bed below). The cabin includes a 12V electric lighting system, a wood stove, a propane cooktop stove, a propane refrigerator with freezer, and complete kitchenware. An indoor bathroom comes equipped with a hot shower and bathtub. Outdoor amenities feature a propane BBQ, an outdoor dining table, and a campfire space nestled in the peaceful Lanaudière forest.
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LE CASTOR CABIN – LE CASTOR CABIN

LE CASTOR CABIN

Lake Jens

  • Up to 10 guests
  • 5 bedrooms

Chalet Le Castor offers an inviting retreat directly on the shores of Lake Jens, a body of water dedicated to stocked trout fishing. Measuring 24' x 30', this cabin on stilts accommodates up to 12 guests across 5 bedrooms featuring…

single and bunk beds under sloped ceilings. The main interior space features cathedral ceilings with exposed wooden beams, a wood stove, a sofa, and a kitchenette equipped with a propane burner, refrigerator with freezer, and full kitchenware. A compact indoor bathroom includes a sink, toilet, and hot shower. Outdoors, a raised entry deck overlooks quiet wooded grounds, complemented by an outdoor table, a campfire area, and a propane BBQ. Lake Jens hosts only two rental chalets alongside the main welcome office, with rowboats available at a wooden dock right in front of the cabin.
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Waters

15 Lakes at Vent de la Savane

15 lakes in the Lanaudière region, with the species, packages and cabins tied to each one.

By species

Lake

Lake Descôteaux

Lac Descôteaux is a renowned lake at Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane, characterized by its northern pike population. Sport fishing for pike is practiced here with an emphasis on catch and release to preserve the species. Fishing access on this…

lake is exclusively reserved for guests staying in the adjacent accommodations, namely Chalet L'Orignal, Chalet Le Brochet, and Chalet Le Huard (Les Huards). These rustic cabins offer a traditional wilderness setting overlooking the lake. Boating on Lac Descôteaux is done by rowboat or electric motor, as gas-powered motors are prohibited to preserve the tranquility of the site and the integrity of the aquatic wildlife.
  • Brochet

Cabins on this water body

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Lake

Lake Drapeau

Lac Drapeau is a body of water located on the territory of Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane in the Lanaudière region. The area bordering Lac Drapeau has been specifically developed by the outfitter to accommodate boondocking and vanlife enthusiasts for…

autonomous camping. This space allows travelers equipped with camper vans and light camping vehicles to enjoy a peaceful natural environment in the forest. Access to the area is suitable for light or utility vehicles while respecting the wild nature of the territory. As across the entire outfitter, protecting aquatic wildlife and the environment remains a top priority.
  • Truite mouchetée
  • Brochet
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Lake

Lake Éole

Lake hosting native trout, accessible only by ATV.

  • Truite mouchetée
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Lake

Lake Fuse

Outfitter lake accessible only by ATV.

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Lake

Lake Jens

Lac Jens is a major recreational body of water at Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane, located in the Lanaudière region. This lake is primarily dedicated to speckled trout fishing, supported by regular stocking to ensure great fishing success. The main…

reception lodge of the outfitters is located here. In terms of accommodation and infrastructure, Lac Jens hosts two main cabins, Chalet Le Castor and Chalet L'Outarde. During the summer season, rowboats are provided for anglers and vacationers. Gasoline motors are strictly prohibited to maintain the tranquility of the site and protect the aquatic ecosystem. During the winter season, Lac Jens remains accessible for ice fishing, snowshoeing, and winter stays, with site access conducted exclusively by snowmobile.
  • Truite mouchetée

Cabins on this water body

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Lake

Lake Léonara

Lac Léonara is one of the many bodies of water on the exclusive 82-square-kilometer territory of Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane, located in Lanaudière. This wild lake offers a preserved natural setting for sport fishing and outdoor recreation. In accordance…

with outfitter regulations, gas-powered motors are prohibited in favor of rowing or electric motors, ensuring peace and aquatic conservation.
  • Truite mouchetée
  • Brochet
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Hunting and fishing

Species and practices offered at Vent de la Savane

Fishing

What fish species can you catch at Vent de la Savane?

The following fish species can be caught at Vent de la Savane, Lanaudière, QC: Brook trout, Northern pike, Yellow perch, Walleye.

Hunting

What game species can you hunt at Vent de la Savane?

The following game species can be hunted at Vent de la Savane, Lanaudière, QC: Wild turkey, Black bear, Moose, Deer, Ruffed grouse, Spruce grouse, Snowshoe hare, Waterfowl, American woodcock.

Hunting methods

Weapons
Bow / crossbowFirearmShotgun (black powder or other)
Formats
With dogsGuided
Hunting zones
Zone 15

How is hunting practised at Vent de la Savane?

Hunting at Vent de la Savane is practised as follows: Permitted weapons: Bow / crossbow, Firearm, Shotgun (black powder or other). Available formats: With dogs, Guided. Hunting zones: Zone 15.

Other activities

  • Observation de la faune
  • Pédalo
  • Randonnée pédestre
  • Motoneige
  • Motoneige hors-piste

What other outdoor activities are offered at Vent de la Savane?

In addition to hunting and fishing, Vent de la Savane offers: Observation de la faune, Pédalo, Randonnée pédestre, Motoneige, Motoneige hors-piste.

Amenities

Amenities & Equipment

Included on site

  • BBQ
  • Embarcation
  • Site d'éviscération

Available at extra cost

  • Animaux de compagnie
  • Appât
  • Article de chasse
  • Article de pêche
  • Droit d'accès
  • Guide de chasse
  • Guide de pêche
  • Moteur à essence
  • Moteur électrique
  • Service d'éviscération des prises
  • Service d'éviscération du gibier

Getting there

Access and distances

Directions

1 Lac Thomelin, Lac-Matawin

Exclusive territory near Saint-Michel-des-Saints (Lanaudière). In summer, road access by SUV or truck is recommended — the roads can be difficult for a car. Do not follow Google Maps. From the centre of Saint-Michel-des-Saints village (near Hôtel Central): take Chemin des Aulnaies (120 m from the hotel) for 5 km; turn left and follow Chemin Kataway (Chemin du Lac-de-la-Dame) for 2.8 km; at the fork, take the forest road on the right and follow the 'VDLS' signs for 14 km; the reception is 6 km past the outfitter entrance. In winter, access is by snowmobile only (snowmobile transport from the village to the outfitter available on request). A $20-per-vehicle right-of-way fee (registration required) applies for ATV/truck/4x4 travel.

GPS coordinatesGPS coordinates : 46.7301° N, 74.1731° W

From major cities

Montreal
2 h 27221 km
Quebec City
3 h 29314 km
Gatineau
3 h 47340 km
Sherbrooke
3 h 42333 km
Saguenay
5 h 51526 km
Trois-Rivières
2 h 09194 km

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Practical information

Total capacity
Cottages offering a hosting capacity ranging from 7 to 12 people.
Territory
81.9 km²
Water bodies
32
Languages spoken
French · English
Outfitter licence
14-917
CITQ number
850071
Affiliations
FPQ — 14-917

Policies

Payment
Un dépôt non remboursable de 50 % est exigé lors de la réservation. Le solde est payable sept jours avant l'arrivée par prélèvement automatique sur la carte de crédit. De plus, une pré-autorisation de 500 $ CAD est effectuée sur la carte de crédit un jour avant l'arrivée en guise de caution.
Cancellation
Toute annulation doit être formulée par avis écrit. À huit jours ou plus de l'arrivée, le dépôt de 50 % reste non remboursable. À sept jours ou moins, la totalité du séjour devient non remboursable. Une modification des dates de séjour est possible si l'annulation est signalée au moins 30 jours à l'avance.
Pets
Les animaux de compagnie sont acceptés dans tous les hébergements moyennant des frais de 40 $ par animal et par séjour. Il est obligatoire de déclarer leur présence lors de la réservation, et les chiens doivent être tenus en laisse et surveillés en tout temps.
Taxes
Les tarifs indiqués pour les forfaits et les activités sont présentés hors taxes (taxes en sus).

Verified facts

Fish species offered
Brook trout, Northern pike, Yellow perch, Walleye
Game species offered
Wild turkey, Black bear, Moose, Deer, Ruffed grouse, Spruce grouse, Snowshoe hare, Waterfowl, American woodcock
Accommodations
11
Capacity per accommodation
1 to 10 guests
Water bodies on the territory
32
Territory size
81.9 km²
Drive time from Montreal
2 h 27 (221 km)
Drive time from Quebec City
3 h 29 (314 km)
Languages of service
French, English
Pets
Les animaux de compagnie sont acceptés dans tous les hébergements moyennant des frais de 40 $ par animal et par séjour. Il est obligatoire de déclarer leur présence lors de la réservation, et les chiens doivent être tenus en laisse et surveillés en tout temps.
Outfitting permit
14-917
CITQ number
850071
About

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The outfitter

Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane sits on a vast 82 km² exclusive territory in the heart of Lanaudière, near Saint-Michel-des-Saints, dotted with about thirty lakes (roughly 32, around fifteen of them open) and more than 200 km of trails. It is a quota-managed hunting, fishing and getaway outfitter: only a limited number of guests are taken in to protect the quality of the experience and the health of the wildlife, supported by a team of biologists and a catch-and-release policy for pike. Multi-species fishing is offered on stocked and natural lakes — brook trout (stocked and native), northern pike and

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yellow perch — on a European plan, with no gas motors allowed. The hunting territory is divided into 11 cabin-linked sectors: moose, deer, black bear and small game (ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, hare, waterfowl). Lodging is in about ten lakeside cabins (4 to 12 people), from rustic to more modern, off-grid but fully equipped; self-contained camping (boondocking) near Lac Drapeau is also offered. Four-season getaway packages (including corporate formulas), snowmobile-access winter packages, and all-inclusive guided packages for European clients (with airport pickup and meals) round out the offering.

Its story

Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane possesses a vast exclusive territory of 82 square kilometers located in the Lanaudière region, near Saint-Michel-des-Saints and Lac Matawin. Boasting diversified flora and fauna, the outfitter offers quota-based sport fishing and hunting packages (brook trout, pike, yellow perch, moose, black bear, and small game) to ensure a quality experience and preserve the resource. Attentive to the sustainability of its ecosystem, the team works in collaboration with biologists to maintain the natural balance of its 32 lakes. Gas motors are strictly prohibited to preserve the tranquility of the site and the purity of the environment.

Territory and geography

Exclusive territory of 81.9 km² featuring 32 lakes (about 15 open for fishing) and over 200 km of trails in the Lanaudière region, Lac-Matawin sector near Saint-Michel-des-Saints.

Wildlife and habitat

The outfitter's exclusive territory is home to a variety of aquatic and terrestrial wildlife amidst forest landscapes and numerous crystal-clear bodies of water. The aquatic fauna includes brook trout (including native populations and stocked lakes), northern pike, yellow perch, and walleye, for which catch-and-release is mandatory. The management of aquatic resources is carried out in collaboration with a team of biologists to ensure the sustainability of the species, notably through the prohibition of gas motors and the regulation of authorized hook types. Regarding terrestrial and avian wildlife, the estate is home to populations of black bear and deer, as well

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as a variety of small game including woodcock and ruffed grouse. The territory is located within hunting zone 15, where big and small game hunting are practiced alongside trapping and snaring activities during the winter season.

On site

Pourvoirie Vent de la Savane offers a range of activities focused on the outdoors, hunting, and fishing throughout the seasons. During the summer, sport fishing takes place on some thirty lakes with rowboats and oars provided, including the option to rent electric motors, enjoy day fishing, or benefit from guide services with shore-lunch meal options. All-terrain vehicle enthusiasts can enjoy ATVing and side-by-sides, with rental options and guided expeditions available on the estate's trails. In the fall, hunting is organized around specialized packages for black bear, deer, woodcock, and ruffed grouse. During the winter season, visitors enjoy ice fishing for

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trout, small game hunting, trapping, snaring, as well as snowshoeing and snowmobiling. The outfitter also offers vacation and nature discovery packages with a guide, as well as a designated area near Lac Drapeau for autonomous camping (boondocking).

Frequently asked questions

What visitors ask

Vent de la Savane offers: Nature Lodging, Big Game Hunting, Bird Hunting, Fishing, Ice Fishing, Hunting & fishing, Equipment rental, Family Experiences. The species found on the territory are Brook trout, Northern pike, Yellow perch.

11 lodgings are available on the territory, hosting up to 10 guests.

Packages start at 92 $. The exact rate depends on the period, length of stay and party size.

Exclusive territory near Saint-Michel-des-Saints (Lanaudière). In summer, road access by SUV or truck is recommended — the roads can be difficult for a car. Do not follow Google Maps. From the centre of Saint-Michel-des-Saints village (near Hôtel Central): take Chemin des Aulnaies (120 m from the hotel) for 5 km; turn left and follow Chemin Kataway (Chemin du Lac-de-la-Dame) for 2.8 km; at the fork, take the forest road on the right and follow the 'VDLS' signs for 14 km; the reception is 6 km past the outfitter entrance. In winter, access is by snowmobile only (snowmobile transport from the village to the outfitter available on request). A $20-per-vehicle right-of-way fee (registration required) applies for ATV/truck/4x4 travel.

Les animaux de compagnie sont acceptés dans tous les hébergements moyennant des frais de 40 $ par animal et par séjour. Il est obligatoire de déclarer leur présence lors de la réservation, et les chiens doivent être tenus en laisse et surveillés en tout temps.

Toute annulation doit être formulée par avis écrit. À huit jours ou plus de l'arrivée, le dépôt de 50 % reste non remboursable. À sept jours ou moins, la totalité du séjour devient non remboursable. Une modification des dates de séjour est possible si l'annulation est signalée au moins 30 jours à l'avance.

Vent de la Savane is located in Lanaudière, Qc.

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