The St-Jean-Optimiste Park in the heart of St-Thècle is on the edge of Lac Croche where you can laze on the beach, swim, rent kayaks, have a picnic, enjoy the playgrounds, or still skate on the icy trail. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, go to the Blue Jay cross-country ski club with its 11.5 km of prepared slopes. Beautiful hikes in the forest are waiting for you to fill up fresh air. For sport fishing enthusiasts, three lakes are available: Croche Lake, Jesuit Lake and Lake Traverse. By snowmobile, QUAD or mountain bike, you can take the various trails that crisscross the municipality. For a memorable experience, treat yourself to an ethical dog sled ride at Manitou Mushers and go on an adventure like the coureurs de bois.
By settling in a cottage in Ste-Thècle, you will be 50 minutes from the National Park of Mauricie.