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Parc national de la Gaspésie Adventures

Parc national de la Gaspésie is a premier outdoor destination in eastern Québec, offering rugged mountain landscapes, diverse wildlife, and extensive hiking trails through the Chic-Choc Mountains.

81,000
Acres Protected
87
Miles of Trails
75,000
Annual Visitors
1981
Year Established

About Parc national de la Gaspésie

 

Located in the Gaspésie region of eastern Québec, Parc national de la Gaspésie spans over 80,000 acres of protected terrain dominated by the Chic-Choc Mountains, a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains. The park features some of the province’s highest peaks, including Mont Jacques-Cartier, which rises to 1,268 meters (4,160 feet). The park's landscape is marked by alpine tundra, dense boreal forests, and numerous lakes and rivers that provide habitat for a variety of wildlife such as caribou, moose, black bears, and peregrine falcons. The park was established in 1981 and managed by Sépaq (Société des établissements de plein air du Québec) to conserve the fragile ecosystems and promote outdoor recreation. It is a popular destination for hiking, offering about 140 km of marked trails that vary in difficulty from accessible valley routes to challenging mountain summits. Other activities include camping, fishing, wildlife observation, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing in winter. Notable features include the caribou herds of the Gaspésie peninsula, which are among Canada’s southernmost populations, and panoramic viewpoints such as Mont Logan and Mont Albert. Visitors are drawn to the park’s natural beauty and opportunities for solitude in a largely wilderness setting. The park infrastructure includes campgrounds and rustic shelters that provide access to the more remote areas. Its location along the scenic Gaspé Peninsula also makes it a key highlight for travelers exploring eastern Québec’s natural and cultural attractions.

Highlights

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Mont Jacques-Cartier: Highest peak in the park with expansive views

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Gaspésie caribou herds: One of the last wild caribou populations in southern Canada

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Lac aux Américains: A scenic mountain lake popular for camping and fishing

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Chic-Choc Mountains Alpine Tundra: Unique ecosystem supporting rare plant species

Notable Natural Features

Mont Jacques-Cartier

The highest peak at 1,268 meters offering panoramic views and a challenging hike.

Caribou Habitat

The park is home to one of the last herds of Gaspésie woodland caribou, a threatened species.

Lac aux Américains

A tranquil mountain lake popular for camping, fishing, and as a base for hiking excursions.