The Lac à la Truite in Irelande is a river lake located upstream of the Bécancour River watershed in the MRC des Appalaches. Historically recognized for the abundance of trout found there, this lake today faces significant environmental challenges, notably undergoing accelerated sedimentation due to the erosion of the upstream mining dumps. Nevertheless, there is still a magnificent lake to explore by canoe or kayak, to observe the landscapes, flora and fauna.
The Association for the Protection of the Irish Trout Lake (APLTI) has been monitoring the protection of this body of water since 2015 and actively campaigns to put an end to the sources of pollution and sedimentation that affect the quality of the water. of this lake.