The large reservoir of Lake Taureau covers 95 square kilometres (37 sq mi).

[4][5] The Matawin River flows into the reservoir by the west side, and jump back to the lake outlet (the East side), controlled by the Matawin dam erected at the bottom of the Barrage bay at an altitude of 356.58 metres (1,169.9 ft).

[4][5] The reservoir is divided into three parts, each adopting the north-south axis and connected by narrow passages.

The most important are: The regional park offers opportunity for resorting, water sports (including swimming and boating), camping and hiking in the forest.

[5] The parks also counts some trails, some maintained by private landlords: Several outfitters offer kayak tours or other types of boats to visit unsettled bays.