Visit Bas-Saint-Laurent – Gaspésie

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! This is the place to be for hikes in the woods or by the river, rock climbing or sea kayaking around the islands. Pitch a tent and make each day an even more adrenaline-filled adventure.

Fall in love with this beautiful microbrewery nestled in a period house by the St. Lawrence River in Kamouraska. Treat yourself to one of their many fine beers brewed over a wood fire—it’ll taste even better on the patio overlooking the river.

Off to the islands of the St. Lawrence! Stay in an actual lighthouse on Île du Pot à l’Eau-de-Vie, and hike the 45 km of trails on Île aux Lièvres. No matter where you lay your head, the gentle sound of the waves will carry you off to dreamland.

Walk the 2.5 km paved path by the ocean in Rivière-du-Loup and treat yourself to one of the world’s most beautiful sunsets. Listen to the “Histoire de la Pointe” podcast tour to learn all about the local history and legends.

The beautiful landscapes are the pride and joy of this park. Paddle a sea kayak around a breathtaking series of coves, bays and islands. Hike or bike the trails to see the incredible fauna and flora. Fall asleep peacefully in a tent, in a ready-to-camp unit or in a yurt.

Not for the faint of heart! Walk the highest suspended footbridge in Québec (63 metres!) or take the 300 steps to the gates of hell. A once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Hike the over 20 km of trails on this island—can you believe a hermit used to live here? See the harbour seals and the more than 72 species of birds. Feeling adventurous? Then rustic camping is the way to go.

A self-guided audio tour takes you back to the Onondaga submarine’s golden years. Next, a visit to the Empress of Ireland museum to learn all about Canada’s greatest maritime disaster. Then, why not see the second tallest lighthouse in Québec?

Stay in the largest log cabin inn in Eastern Québec. If that weren’t impressive enough, the inn is also located inside a beautiful heirloom maple farm. Take a nice walk, paddle a canoe or explore the treetop adventure courses.

Try Gaspésie’s first via ferrata! Take the 50-metre-long suspended footbridge, balance along the rock wall up to the top of the falls, and then fly 85 metres down the zipline. Pure adrenaline!

Explore the rich history of salmon fishing and private fishing clubs, dating back over 150 years. The new “Plaisirs de pêche” immersive listening experience will take you on a magical tour of the area’s heritage buildings.

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site and revel at the fossilized plants and fish up to 380 million years old. The guided tours are absolutely fascinating! Make sure you see the world’s only complete Elpistostege watsoni fossil!

If you are curious about the fascinating life of Québec’s Acadians, this museum is the place to be. It’s also a great place to take part in cultural activities that keep alive this rich cultural heritage.

Tour 11 historic buildings, including the largest wooden fishery building in North America, and learn all about cod fishing in Gaspésie in the 19th century. Try a few traditional dishes and meet authentic Paspéyas.

The artifacts from archeological digs tell us a fascinating story of the role of Pabos under French rule. The site offers two multimedia experiences, as well as hiking trails, a bike path, three beaches and a campground.

This national park, home to rocher Percé and Île Bonaventure, is North America’s largest migratory bird sanctuary, where you can view the most accessible Northern gannet colony in the world.

Explore over 500 million years of Earth’s history on hiking trails and through a multimedia experience. Get an incredible view of rocher Percé from the suspended glass platform 200 metres up.

With so many lodging options, you’re sure to find something that will make you feel at home. Take a moment to relax at the nordic spa or grab a sea kayak and go paddling. Grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or look out at Pointe St-Pierre from the dining room. Incredible!

Take a guided tour of a reconstructed 17th century village, including an interpretation centre, and learn about Mi’kmaq history, customs and culture. Swing by the shop, where you can admire some of the fine products from the community’s craftspeople.

After you’re done visiting Parc national Forillon, hop on a boat with a bilingual interpreter-guide and see if you can spot all six of the whale species in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. A fun-filled, information-packed experience!

This national park, on the tip of the peninsula, won’t leave you wanting for beautiful landscapes. Go sea kayaking, take a tour of historic sites or get your blood pumping with a brisk hike. Look out at the horizon and you might just see a whale surface to say hello!

Looking for a thrill? Go sea kayaking on the St. Lawrence River, go canyoning, or zipline 300 metres over a canyon 50 metres deep. Whew!

Explore the exhibits, the aquariums and the touch pools at this science museum and learn about all the different species that call the St. Lawrence home. And while you’re at it, try your hand at harvesting fish or join a sea excursion

With 25 peaks over 1,000 metres high and 140 km of trails, this national park is a hiker’s paradise. Feast your eyes on the postcard-perfect landscapes and the abundant animal life. Stay the night in a ready-to-camp unit or a cabin at Gîte du Mont-Albert and make the fun last a little longer.

Go fishing in the ocean with seasoned captains. Depending on the time of the year, you’ll reel in Atlantic cod, mackerel or striped bass. And if you’re extra lucky, you just might catch a glimpse of some marine mammals in the distance.

This little piece of heaven is sure to wow you with its historic gardens and their 3000 or so species of plants. Go to Villa Estevan for a meal of edible plants, stay for the fascinating story of the gardens’ founder. You’re not going to want to miss the International Garden Festival. Smells heavenly!

Visit this Economuseum® for a fascinating guided tour and learn all about how maple sap is turned into syrup and multiple-award-winning alcoholic beverages. Get a taste of the delicious products at the shop or on the patio.

This national park runs along Lac Témiscouata, the largest lake south of the St. Lawrence River. With so many archeological digs, wild animals, hiking trails, cycling paths and canoe and rabaska outings to choose from, you’ll get all the adventure you could possibly want!

Go back in time in this authentic reconstruction of a British fort as it stood in Témiscouata in 1839. Themed exhibits will teach you about the life of soldiers back in the day. Watch out for the daily cannon shots—you’re going to want to cover your ears!