Boating
Grand Lac Rond welcomes both motorized and non-motorized boats. Invasive species in a lake can cause numerous adverse effects on the ecosystem, water quality, native wildlife, and even human activities. These species often attach themselves to boats, trailers, motors, anchors, and other nautical equipment, as well as to plants attached to boats and trailers. In their microscopic form, they can be transported in bilge water, livewells, or bait buckets.
To help reduce the spread of these invasive species, boat washing is mandatory for all visiting boaters . A list of the many wash stations available nearby can be found at the bottom of the invasive species page.
There is no public boat launch on the lake, but for a minimal fee, you can launch your boat at the Plage-Paul campsite .
Good environmental and safety practices
The lake community places great importance on preserving the exceptional quality of the water. Boaters are asked to:
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Reduce their speed near shores and in sensitive areas (such as around islands)
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Not all waves are created equal! Be aware of the impact your wake can have on swimmers, kayakers, canoeists, and especially on shorelines and loon nests.
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Avoid noisy or disruptive activities, especially early in the morning or evening
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Ensure navigation lights are working and turn them on at dusk
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Always carry spare ropes, life jackets, throwable flotation devices, oars or paddles, and a bailer on board – just in case
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When another boat approaches you, clearly and quickly indicate your intended direction. Make sure the other boat quickly understands where you intend to go.
Safety requirements
All boaters must comply with Transport Canada regulations , including:
Jet Skis, Sea-Doos, Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Personal watercraft are a great source of fun and entertainment—however, please remain aware of your surroundings. It's easy to focus solely on your own maneuvers when spinning circles and jumping, but it's essential to stay aware of other boats or kayakers who may enter the area unnoticed.
Sea-Doos and other personal watercraft have an impressive power-to-weight ratio, making it easy to reach high speeds quickly. But please reserve these bursts of speed for large, open areas of the lake only—it can be frightening (and dangerous) for users of small boats or stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) when a PWC is speeding through a narrow channel.
Know the body of water well and be respectful of others.
Towed water sports
Make sure you know the rules for the sports you are practicing, especially regarding the number of people on board serving as lifeguards and the number of seats available. There must always be a lifeguard (spotter) on the boat. When towing a skier with a Sea-Doo, you must have a spotter on board and a free seat for the skier.
