A Peaceful Walk at Beaver Lake

There’s something about autumn in Montréal that feels both calm and alive at the same time. The air turns crisp, the sunlight softens, and every path feels like it’s leading into a painting.

This Saturday, I went for a quiet walk around Beaver Lake on Mount Royal, one of the city’s most beautiful escapes during fall. The park was full of life — families bundled in scarves, friends sitting by the lake, and photographers chasing the afternoon light. The trees, rich with golden and crimson tones, framed every moment like a living canvas.

I brought my Fujifilm X100VI, keeping things simple — one camera, one lens, no filters. Just the sound of the shutter and the rhythm of footsteps on fallen leaves. Sometimes the best images come from days with no plan, when all you do is walk and notice.

The reflections on Beaver Lake were breathtaking — the colors, the shapes, and the soft wind brushing the surface. Every frame felt like a small piece of Montréal’s personality: peaceful, layered, and endlessly photogenic.

As the day faded, I realized it wasn’t just about photographing the scene — it was about being there. The sound of the leaves, the quiet laughter around, and the feeling of being part of the city’s natural heartbeat.

If you’ve ever experienced autumn in Montréal, you know it’s something you don’t forget — not because of the colors alone, but because of how still everything feels, even in motion.

📍 Location

Beaver Lake, Mount Royal, Montréal, Québec

📸 Camera

Fujifilm X100VI