Hazen Creek Trail

Located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, the main gateway to the Haut-Richelieu region, Hazen Creek offers an accessible and soothing nature experience, just minutes away from urban areas. It’s the kind of place you stumble upon by chance and that quickly becomes a must-visit spot for unwinding without having to travel far.

In the Iberville area, the trail follows a tranquil stream, surrounded by mature vegetation that creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Covering a distance of about 2 to 2.6 km round-trip, the route is easy and has no significant elevation gain, making it ideal for a daily walk, a family outing, or an active break during a stay in the region.

What sets Hazen Creek apart is its vibrant character. Despite its urban location, the site plays an important role as an ecological corridor in the Haut-Richelieu region. It attracts a wide variety of bird species, making it an ideal spot forbirdwatching, especially in the spring and fall. People come here both to get some exercise and to take the time to observe, a balance that makes the experience so enriching.

Open year-round, the trail changes with the seasons: lush and bustling in summer, bright and colorful in fall, and quiet and serene in winter. This versatility makes it a simple and effective way to incorporate some time outdoors into your daily routine or enhance a visit to the Haut-Richelieu region.

Easy to access and free of charge, Hazen Creek is the perfect fit for local tourism: authentic, accessible, and rejuvenating—just like Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu and its surrounding area.