Rivière Montmorency is one of Quebec's most recognizable rivers, flowing through the Laurentian Highlands before plunging dramatically over the famous Montmorency Falls — a waterfall taller than Niagara — into the St. Lawrence River near Quebec City. The lower section of the river, from the foot of Chute Montmorency to the northern right-of-way of Route 138, offers a distinctive urban-fringe fishery that draws anglers targeting species typical of the St. Lawrence system. The river's proximity to Quebec City makes it an accessible destination for both local and visiting anglers looking for a productive outing without venturing far into the backcountry.