Lac Mousseau

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There are attractions that we need to go and see, just because they are special and they are one of a kind. That is why you have to go and visit Gatineau, a city that has so much to offer. You will enjoy every minute of your visit, and besides all that you will learn exciting new things, you will be thrilled how much they keep their history and the respect that they have for their people. It is more than special, just because it has a special soul.
Every place on Earth has something different, and that’s why we are traveling and touring around if you love to travel and explore, and if you understand the excitement and the importance of learning about new cultures, then Gatineau is your next destination.

Besides, all the things said above, there is also something really special about this city, it’s the nature. Lac Mousseau is your attraction number one. Accurately it is a French name for Harrington Lake. The French name Mousseau comes from early settler to the area, Louis Mousseau, who bought property in 1867. It is a summer residence, and the name was given after Prime Minister of Canada. It is located near Meech Lake, and it is approximately 35 km northwest of Ottawa in Gatineau Park.

The history of this place started back in the 19th century, when Several families came to settle in the Harrington Lake area, both families the Harrington and the Mousseau. The lake eventually through time became known as "Harrington Lake" in English and "Lac Mousseau" in French.
The Mousseau family had built a farm on the shores of the lake, which remained in the family for several decades. Since the land was not suitable for farming, the lumber industry replaced it as the primary economic activity. In the early 20th century, two Americans, W. A. Drum and W. L. Donnelly, built a sawmill at Harrington Lake to serve the lumber industry. Later on, in 1951, the lake and the sawmill were acquired by the King in Right of Canada to build up reserves of natural areas around the capital. The lake and the area around it are referred to as Lac Mousseau.

Everyone that ever visited would say that it is the most beautiful of all Gatineau Park lakes.

You can find map and directions in the following link - https://mapcarta.com/24413872.

Beside surrounding beautiful nature, it is nice, quiet and peaceful. You will enjoy every minute of the visit, and you will feel like you are at the end of the world.

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