With the mountains of the Pontiac region in the background and with its Ottawa River beaches and small islands, Sheenboro could be considered the Tofino of Quebec. Its unique panoramic view gives it a vacation feel. Famous for its sunsets, the municipality is also very popular among hunting and fishing enthusiasts, with its endless forests and many lakes. Sheenboro is rich in history, and its Irish heritage is still felt today.
In numbers
- 1 nickname (“Sheen”) for the municipality, which is inhabited by “Sheeners”
- 150 m in height (Oiseau Rock Trail)
- 119 residents, over 90% of whom are anglophone
How we stand out
- Hotel Pontiac occupies the historic Fort William, a former Hudson’s Bay Company trading post. In summer, it is one of the not-to-be-missed restaurants and bars in the Pontiac region where you can get a drink and a bite to eat, listen to music, and enjoy the beach. To get there, you need a car—or a boat!
- The great outdoors in Sheenboro serves as an exceptional playground for outdoor enthusiasts. The municipality is located right near the unorganized territory, TNO Lac-Nilgaut, which is a great spot for those who want to be isolated from the world.
To discover
- One of the best lookouts in the Pontiac region to see beautiful landscapes is at the summit of Oiseau Rock. You can get there by hiking a trail of 4.5 km (in each direction) at the ZEC Saint-Patrice, which is also very popular for hunting, fishing, and camping, or by taking a boat ride on the Ottawa River.
- The 1,000 acres of private land at Brennan’s Recreational Farms, which has been around for over 100 years, serve as a location for hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and snowmobiling. You can even rent a small cabin or go for a sleigh ride in summer or in winter.
