Habitat 67

Montreal's "Big Wave"

Habitat 67, also known as H67, is an iconic river wave located in Montreal, right beside the famous Habitat 67 housing complex. The spot offers an incredible view of downtown Montreal and is a fantastic spot for filming.

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Spot Details

Address
2600 Avenue Pierre-Dupuy, Montreal, QC H3C 3R6, Canada

Directions

1. Head toward Habitat 67 at 2600 Avenue Pierre-Dupuy.
2. Access the trail to the left of Habitat 67 from the nearby park.
3. From Autoroute Bonaventure 10, take Avenue Pierre-Dupuy north, then park on the right just past the address.
4. Walk behind the tennis courts, follow the dirt path, and spot the wave just down the embankment.

River
St. Lawrence River (Rivière du Nord)

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Wave Details

Conditions

• Optimal Flow: Around 7200 cub.meters/sec.
• Beginner-Friendly Flow: In the upper 7000’s.
• Low Water Conditions: More challenging to catch but offers better surf quality, becoming steeper as levels fall below 7900. At this point, the wave stops breaking.
• Return Time: About a two-minute walk back to the lineup, which can get crowded.

Characteristics

• Height: Waist to shoulder high.
• Year-Round Flow: Caution is advised in winter due to ice in the river.
• River Wave Excellence: Recognized as Montreal’s premier river wave.

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Dangers

• Swimming Skills Required: Strong swimming is essential.
• Long Swim: Be prepared for a challenging swim in the rapids.
• Whirlpool Hazard: Beware of the whirlpool behind the main wave, which requires a good swim back to shore.
• Respect Cohabitation: Originally discovered by kayakers; be considerate as cohabitation is key to maintaining a good atmosphere.

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Tips

• Ideal Board Sizes: Boards under 7’2"
• Recommended Boards: Wide boards with ample nose volume (ideal sizes 6’4" or 6’8"). A fish board is preferable over a high-performance board.
• Protect Your Feet: Bring booties! The riverbed is rocky, and the walk back isn’t foot-friendly.