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Fort Lennox National Historic Site

Fort Lennox National Historic Site is closed for the 2026 season

Due to issues with humidity and air quality in certain historic buildings, as well as operational constraints, Fort Lennox National Historic Site is suspending its activities for the 2026 season.
This closure is necessary to complete assessment and remedial work, as well as a review of operations for the future.
We thank you for your patience and understanding.

In the meantime, enjoy free admission to Parks Canada’s other national parks and historic sites from June 19 through September 7, 2026, with the Canada Strong pass.

Hours of operation

Check the dates and hours of operation of the site, as they vary with the seasons.

Weather

Check the forecast and current weather conditions before each visit.

How to get here

Find out about itineraries and accessible means of transport.

Fees

Learn about the daily visitor fees, free admission for youth and more.

Visitor guidelines

Read about the rules and guidelines to follow in order to visit the site safely.

Improvements and infrastructure

Learn more about the restoration and improvements that have been done on infrastructure, including the barracks.

How to get here

Type	Location text	Location name	Address
2	Fort Lennox National Historic Site	Fort Lennox National Historic Site	<p> 1 61st Avenue<br> Saint-Paul-de-l’Île-aux-Noix QC J0J 1G0</p> <h5>Phone</h5> <p><a href="tel:450 291-5700" type="button" class="btn btn-link" aria-label="Phone number"><span aria-hidden="true" class="fas fa-phone-alt"> </span> 450-291-5700</a> <br> <a href="tel:1 888 773-8888" type="button" class="btn btn-link" aria-label="Toll free"><span aria-hidden="true" class="fas fa-phone-alt"> </span> 1-888-773-8888</a></p> <h5>Email</h5> <p><a href="mailto:fortlennox@pc.gc.ca" type="button" class="btn btn-link" aria-label="Email"><span aria-hidden="true" class="fas fa-envelope"></span> fortlennox@pc.gc.ca</a></p>

How to get here

Location

1 61st Avenue
Saint-Paul-de-l’Île-aux-Noix QC J0J 1G0

Phone

450-291-5700
1-888-773-8888

Email

fortlennox@pc.gc.ca

Directions

Fort Lennox National Historic Site is located in the province of Québec, 64 km from Montréal, 277 km from Québec City, 245 km from Ottawa (Ontario), and 582 km from Toronto (Ontario).

By car

Several highways lead to Fort Lennox National Historic Site from Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa (Ontario) and Toronto (Ontario).

The Fort Lennox National Historic Site parking lot and visitor centre are located at 1, 61st Avenue in Saint-Paul-de-l'île-aux-Noix, accessible by Highway QC-221.

Fort Lennox is located on Île aux Noix. You must take the shuttle boat to get to the island. It is forbidden to take your own boat to the island.