Conservation meets Luxury.
Kenauk Nature is one of the largest private nature reserve in North America. Comprised of 65,000 acres of pristine forest and lakes, this conservation property is located between Montreal and Ottawa. Our luxurious destination is opened year-round to guarantee you a unique experience in the Canadian Wilderness.
+ Five star lodging in our Deluxe chalets – top of the line facilities, modern and unique. Classic series chalet provide a more rustic experience in the heart of Kenauk.
+ Private lakes – most of our chalets are located on their very own private lakes. You read that right, just you and your group. Every lake has its fishing boats, canoes and kayaks.
+ Included activities – every guest has a free access to the nautical activities, fishing on their lake, as well as access to 26 miles of breathtaking trails in the summer and 30 miles of XC ski network in the winter.
+ Designed with nature immersion in mind – every chalet has its very own unique features to blend in with its environment.
+ Flexible capacity – with over 20 chalets and 4 glamping units, Kenauk is able to offer flexible lodging solutions to its visitors, both in terms of capacity and pricing.
Adventure awaits.
A range of various unique on-site activities are offered to experience the Canadian Wilderness like never before.
+Sporting Clay Shooting Course – challenge yourself on our 9-station sporting clay course. All the equipment is included in your activity fee.
+Outdoor Climbing – take on the 48-foot high climbing tower, with beginner to expert routes. Trust us, the view at the top is incredible. All the equipment is included in your activity fee.
+ Moose & Deer Photo Safari – accompanied by our experienced guides, find yourself chasing big game with your camera, while being surrounded by nature.
+ Guided Fly-Fishing outings – and many more thrilling daily excursions.
+ Guided Ice Fishing activity – a true ice fishing experience on a private lake. The excursion will allow you to discover ice fishing with seasoned guides in a remote setting. Picture yourself catching beautiful trout on a snow covered private lake with your loved ones!
+ Dog Sledding – an unforgettable experience with our passionate mushers and wonderful dogs. Dog sledding allows you to experience a traditional means of transportation through our winter landscapes.
Untouched nature.
Our 100 square mile property will allow you to rediscover nature in a different way. Due to its unique assets, Kenauk has proven to be an extraordinary destination.
+ Biodiversity: over 112 rare and endangered species identified so far. It’s a birder’s paradise and every wildlife enthusiast will fall in love with the various environments.
+ Astronomy: an astronomical observatory was built on-site, given the ideal location of the property and minimal light pollution.
+ Conservation efforts: the Kenauk Institute, our research and education facility, has partnered with more than 24 American and Canadian universities to conduct environmental and ecological research projects on the property. During stays, we encourage guests to be curious and ask the different researchers about their projects. The enriching interactions often lead to amazing memories.
Meet your Kenauk expert: Carl
With a decade of experience in the dynamic world of tourism, Carl brings a passion for crafting unforgettable experiences and a knack for strategic marketing to every project he undertakes. Being able to promote a destination that has conservation at the heart of its mission and also offers a one-of-a-kind product in nature is what drives him. Carl is also one of our fly-fishing guide on the property, specializing in stillwater trout fishing. By balancing these two areas of expertise, he’s able to offer phenomenal experiences to our guests. Throughout his career, Carl oversaw and executed strategies for companies and non-profits in the tourism and leisure sector, restaurant and real estate industry in Canada, the United States and New Zealand.
This year, at ATTA Elevate, allow your organization to make waves in the world of sustainable tourism. Join Kenauk Nature on its conservation mission.
More about Carl:
+ Education – obtained a B.B.A. in Tourism Management and a M.Sc. in Marketing in Montreal, Canada
+ Passion – all things endurance sports! I wear many hats: trail runner, cyclist, ultra-marathoner & triathlete
+ Fun fact – I’ll be participating in the 2025 Coast to Coast race in New Zealand. Cycling, running and kayaking across the South Island’s harshest terrains. Pretty fun, no?
Kenauk Nature :
+ Unique destination – 100 square miles of conservation, five star lodging, four season activities, and a million things to do.
+ Clientele – Bleisure & FIT – adventurers, nature enthusiasts, slow tourists, luxury seeking travelers, families and couples.
+ Typical stay – 2 to 3 nights.
+ Taking a deep breath during your trip to Canada – Perfectly located between Montreal and Ottawa, Kenauk Nature allows visitors to discover the true Canadian wilderness without having to travel for hours.
+ Private and exclusive experiences – Five star chalets on their own private lake – a perfect way to connect with your loved ones.
