The lake was created in the 1980s as part of a civil engineering project to prevent flooding of the Thérain River in Beauvais.
The water body covers approximately 45 hectares, while the entire park area spans over 100 hectares.
The site hosts an 18-hole disc golf course that is open to the public and utilized for regional competitions.
The park is home to a significant population of Canada geese and other migratory birds, which gave the lake its common name.
The loop trail surrounding the lake is exactly 3.5 kilometers in length, making it a standard distance for local amateur endurance training.
The Plan d'Eau du Canada is a 45-hectare artificial lake located on the outskirts of Beauvais that functions as a multifunctional outdoor recreation hub. The nautical base provides facilities for paddleboarding, kayaking, and sailing, with equipment rental available seasonally. A paved 3.5-kilometer trail encircles the entire lake, accommodating pedestrians, cyclists, and rollerbladers. The site features a monitored sandy beach area for summer swimming designated within safety zones. Additional amenities include a disc golf course, children's playgrounds, and dedicated areas for picnicking and angling. The park is managed by the Beauvaisis intercommunal authority and serves as a major venue for local sports events and triathlons. Its surrounding green space is maintained as a natural park area with diverse local flora. The site is fed by the Thérain River and serves as a primary flood management reservoir for the region.
The wooden jetty near the main nautical center offers the clearest panoramic view of the lake against the surrounding tree line.
Bring your own sports equipment if you wish to avoid rental queues during peak summer weekends.
Utilize the shaded grass areas on the western bank if you prefer a quieter environment away from the main beach crowd.
Check local weather forecasts for wind conditions before planning a kayaking session, as the open surface can become choppy.
Do not attempt to swim in areas marked as restricted for water quality or safety reasons.
Water sports and supervised swimming are seasonal, typically operating from late spring through early autumn.
Swimming is prohibited outside of the designated monitored beach zone; dogs must be kept on a leash in designated areas.
