With the mercury approaching 40 degrees over the next few days, there's no better way to cool off.

For those who don't have access to a watering hole, here's where to take advantage of the water in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region.

Plage de Saint-Zotique - Saint-Zotique

Repeatedly named one of the best beaches near Montreal, the reputation of Plage de Saint-Zotique is well established. Many activities are organized during the season, and admission is reasonably priced.

For full details: st-zotique.com/plage 

Center nautique Pincourt - Pincourt

During the summer season, the Centre nautique Pincourt, located on Daoust Bay in Bellevue Park, offers a rental center for non-motorized watercraft.

You'll find kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats and canoes.

Visit villepincourt.qc.ca for current rates.

Village des écluses - Pointe-des-Cascades

During the summer season, take advantage of equipment rentals for kayaking and paddleboarding. Try electric surfing for long, leisurely rides.

Information: villagedesecluses.ca

Plage Le Sablon - Saint-Polycarpe

In Saint-Polycarpe, Le Sablon offers a golden sand beach and is the ideal place to spend time with family and friends. A wide range of 4-season activities are available. A Wibit course and water games are also part of the site's facilities. 

For full details: sablon.qc.ca 

Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot Nautical Center - NDIP

The Centre Nautique NDIP lets you discover the coastal landscape and its attractions, such as the historic old mill and Lake Saint-Louis. The Town of Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot offers you the opportunity to rent single and double boats (rabaskas, pedalos, canoes, kayaks and SUP yoga) on the site of the Parc historique de la Pointe-du-Moulin.

At the Center, safety is ensured by trained staff ready to intervene quickly in the event of difficulty. Watercraft rental includes mandatory safety equipment and guidance on safe use. Advice is given on the appropriate choice of boat, and on the excursions that can be made on Lake Saint-Louis according to duration, level of experience and navigation conditions.

For full details: tellementbeau.org/centre-nautique-ndip

Sandy Beach - Hudson

Sandy Beach is probably the best-kept secret in Hudson, if not Vaudreuil-Soulanges. It runs along the shore of the Ottawa River, and it's not uncommon to find sailboats cruising along. To get there, simply cross Jack-Layton Park and walk a few minutes through the woods. 

The shallow water makes this small beach very welcoming and safe for families. 

Parc de la Maison-Valois - Vaudreuil-Dorion

In Vaudreuil-Dorion, you can rent boats at Parc de la Maison-Valois. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and pedal-boats are available, and life jackets are provided. 

For full details: ville.vaudreuil-dorion.qc.ca

Whether you're more the beach, pool or water sports type, the important thing over the next few days will be to keep cool, but above all to have fun with your family.