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PARC NATIONAL DU
BIC
DISCOVERY GUIDE
1
WELCOME TO THE PARK
This majestic coastline shaped by the
sea is both a sanctuary for wildlife and
a serene, relaxing refuge for visitors. BIBIC
THE HARBOR
The Parc national du Bic covers an area of 33.2 km2, close to half of which is in SEAL
the marine environment of the St. Lawrence estuary.
Its rocky outcrops, bays, coves, islands and mountains come together in a THE HARBOR SEAL,
distinctive, dramatic blend of landscapes. As the tides ebb and flow, you’ll make EMBLEM OF THE PARK
wonderful memories inspired by the beauty of the changing scenery and The park offers favourable habitat for
by the many activities filled with wonder and discoveries. the harbor seal, which uses the sheltered
coastline for two important stages in its life
In an ambience that is simply incomparable, each season brings its own charms
cycle here: breeding and moulting. It is one
to the park, which is open year round.
of the few places along the St. Lawrence
River where you can watch seals so closely
from shore, as they like to rest on the rocks
in the park’s coves and bays.
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MUST-DOS
A B
EXCEPTIONAL SUNSETS PIC CHAMPLAIN
The estuary as you’ve never seen it before! Reaching an elevation of 346 metres, Pic Champlain is the highest
Whether from the Pic Champlain lookout, the shelter of Baie du Ha! Ha!, peak of the Murailles massif. From the lookout at the top, the
the salt marsh of Pointe aux Épinettes or the rocky shores of Havre views over the estuary and park are amazing. You can hike up
du Bic, you can admire famously stunning, one-of-a-kind sunsets. or get a lift on the shuttle.
C D
BIKE GETAWAY SEA KAYAK OUTINGS
Leave your car behind and head out to freely explore the park by With its islands and lacework of coves and bays, the park is one
bike. Enjoy cycling through the diverse landscapes of forests, hills of the most beautiful destinations for kayakers. Whether or not you
and coastline. Choose from trails suitable for all ages. Bicycles can have kayaking experience, professional guides will accompany you
be rented from the rental centre in the Rivière-du-Sud-Ouest sector. on your outing to show you the park from a different vantage point.
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HERITAGE AT THE HEART OF HISTORY DISCOVER THE PARK IN WINTER
As you walk along the Chemin-du-Nord trail, you’ll discover lovely The winter season in the park has a wide range of activities.
restored buildings that bear witness to how people have settled Head out on foot, snowshoes, skis or fat bikes to explore the trails.
and used this area. All the trails will lead you to spectacular views of the St. Lawrence
and its islands.
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Le Tour
Lyman
Cap-à-l'Orignal La Rose des thés
Récif de
l'Orignal
Anse
Îlots Lyman
La Download via
à Mouille-Cul Le
Grève Feindel Discovery and Avenza Maps
Contrebandier
Le Visitors Centre -
Wootton Ferme Rioux
Grand-Tour E Le
Chemin-
Cap Enragé
du-Nord
Jonction Île Brûlée
Fleuve Saint-Laurent La Pinède Pointe aux
Eiders Anse à l'Orignal
Anse aux
Bouleaux-Ouest Anse aux Havre Île du
Fourche Desjardins Bouleaux-Est
Le Scoggan
Île du Bic Massacre
à Louison Ronde Les Anses
Île aux Cap
Île aux A
P2 Canards A Pointe Caribou Île du
Le Portage aux Épinettes Amours Quai
D
Baie du Ha! Ha! A Baie des Marais
Cochons Mont Salé
2 Chocolat 1 C
Administration Le Bic
Anse à Doucet
Le Portage 1 Havre-du-Bic
P3
Anse à Camping Sector
Îlet au Flacon Capelans La Coulée- 132 i
La Coulée o u sk Kayak Excursions
à-Blanchette im
Le Balbuzard To R
Camping
Anse à Mercier Rivière-du-
Lac à La Colonie
Crapauds B A Le Pic- Sud-Ouest Visitors Centre de la
Champlain Rental Centre
La Citadelle -Ouest Rivière-du-Sud-Ouest
du S ud
Les Murailles Rivière
1
Saint-Fabien-
sur-Mer Registration centre / Information
Cabin
Archeological site
Bike path
Vending machine / Convenience store Trail
Picnic area Observation site
Drinking water
Accessible for persons Dogs allowed location
Visitors Centre with disabilities Not drinking water
Parking lot
du Cap-à-l'Orignal Amphitheatre Rustic accomodation
Telephone
Land shuttle
Authorized kayak stop in the sector Boat launch
Road network
Pit toilet / toilet
Historical building Shuttle
Wifi Railway track
L'information fournie sur cette carte peut changer Self registration post Seal watching
Route de la Mer
Belvédère sans préavis. En cas de disparité, l'information Boutique Nature shop Pavillon
Antenna
Raoul-Roy up 132
sur le terrain doit prévaloir en tout temps.
Camping National park boundary
re-du-Lo
Cette carte intègre de l’information géographique de source gouvernementale.
Lookout One-way
To Riviè Bienvenue cyclistes
Pour des besoins de représentation, certaines données ont subi des
transformations et des adaptations qui ont pu modifier la donnée originale.
Walking area Parking lot
Données originales utilisées Années Semi-serviced camping Wharf
Banque de données Sépaq 2020
Cartes topographiques
Rustic camping Food services Walking area accessible Navigation prohibited
à l'échelle de 1/20 000 1986-2000
0 500 1 000 1 500 Source des données utilisées
Rental centre Tea room at low tide
m
Ministère de l’Énergie et des Ressources naturelles Prohibited zone
© Gouvernement du Québec
Discovery Trail Distance Duration Out-and-back Difficulty Trailhead
LA COLONIE - This mostly forested trail goes right through the Pôle Tombolo and connects La Citadelle and Le Chemin-du-Nord trails. 5.6 km 1 h 30 X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux FOR YOUR SAFETY
LA GRÈVE - This bike trail follows the lacework of coves and bays, leading out to the furthest point on the Cap-à-l’Orignal peninsula. 3.7 km 30 min X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux
LA PINÈDE - Explore this impressive stand of century-old jack pines and stop by two lookouts to take in the magnificent views. 5.8 km 2h X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux THE CAP-À-L’ORIGNAL AND GRAND-TOUR TRAILS
LE CHEMIN-DU-NORD - Discover evidence of past human occupation as you follow this trail along the coast. 4 km 1 h 15 X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux Please note that these hikes lead off the maintained trails and along stretches
LE CONTREBANDIER - Return to the Prohibition era, when bootleggers used this trail to retrieve valuable cargo. 5.3 km 1 h 45 X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux of steep, rocky coastline accessible only at low tide.
LE GRAND-TOUR * - This rugged and varied trail leads hikers by turns along the foot of a cliff, over beaches and through the forest. 8.7 km 3h X D Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux • Consult the tide schedule to plan your departure.
LE PORTAGE - This bike path leads through enchanting landscapes. 13.2 km 1 h 40 X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux
− Cap-à-l’Orignal Trail: Head out − Grand-Tour Trail: Head out 2 hours
LE SCOGGAN - Enjoy the vistas of the majestic cliffs and the Baie du Ha! Ha! from several great lookout points. 7 km 2 h 30 X E Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux 2 hours to 1/2 hour before low tide. to 1 1/2 hours before low tide.
LE TOUR CAP-À-L’ORIGNAL * - Follow this rugged trail along the foot of a stunning coastal cliff and soak up the quiet ambience of the estuary. 5.5 km 2h X D Discovery and Visitors Centre – Ferme Rioux
• Follow the one-way trail indications.
LA CITADELLE - A scenic overlook offers a splendid view of the marsh at Pointe-aux-Épinettes. 9.4 km 3h X E Pic Champlain parking area
• Wear walking or sports shoes.
LE PIC-CHAMPLAIN - This trail climbs the mountain slowly, offering great views of this Appalachian landscape and part of the estuary. 6 km 2h X I Pic Champlain parking area
LES MURAILLES - Walk beneath the varied forest canopy, enjoying occasional glimpses of breathtaking panoramic views. 9 km 3h X I Raoul-Roy Lookout • Carry a first aid kit.
LES ANSES - Hike along the coast and the gravel bar connecting Cap Caribou to Cap Enragé. 3.4 km 1 h 15 X I Île-aux-Amours parking area The tide schedule is available at www.tides.gc.ca/eng
L’ÎLE-AUX-AMOURS * - Stroll out on the sandbar at low tide to enjoy this peaceful, isolated little island. 1.3 km 30 min X E Île-aux-Amours parking area
LA COULÉE-À-BLANCHETTE - Ride out this trail to the Îlet-au-Flacon beach facing the St. Lawrence estuary. 10 km 1 h 30 X I Junction with Le Portage trail
E - Easy I - Intermediate D - Difficult * Unimproved trail accessible only at low tide
4 Dogs are allowed Biking Hiking Family experience
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Le Tour
Cap-à-l'Orignal Lyman
1,3 La Rose des thés
Cap à l'Orignal 0,3
0,1 50
30
0,8
0,2
Anse Îlots Lyman
à Mouille-Cul 0,7
Feindel
Anse à
Le Contrebandier
0,6
Voilier
20
Wootton
Le Grand-Tour
2,3 1,3 Le Chemin-
0,3 du-Nord
0,9
100
50
150 La Pinède Anse à Anse à l'Orignal
90 90 Damase
50 Jonction Pointe
aux Eiders
0
1, 80
La Grève
1,2 Desjardins
0,5
0,6
Anse à Île aux
1,2 Le Scoggan Wilson Canards
Fourche Le Scoggan
à Louison 30 30
50
Camping Discovery and
0,4
1
Rioux
1,
Visitors Centre -
0,4 Ferme Rioux
Le Portage P2
0,8 40
Maison
0,1
Rioux
0,2 La Colonie
Baie du Ha! Ha! 2 Mont
Chocolat
0,4
Baie des
0,6
Camping Cochons
Tombolo
EXP.
0 100 200 300 400 0,6 0,2
0,4
m
2 0,5
* All distances are in Km. 0,
0,1 1
P3 Le Balbuzard
50
160
150 0,6
100
SUPERVISED ACCESS La Coulée-
Dogs are allowed in certain
70
designated areas only from
All details at
sepaq.com/animals
FOR DOGS à-Blanchette 100
May 1 to October 31.
140
MAIN RULES* AUTHORIZED PLACES
0 14 150
• Dogs must remain in the places where they are authorized at all times. Summer trail Le Pic-Champlain
• Dogs must be kept on a leash and under surveillance at all times.
150
Rivière-du-Sud-Ouest campground:
200 campsites
• The person in charge of the dog must pick up the animal’s excrement Camping
without delay. 1 to 41 and 59 to 66
• Barking or howling dogs as well as dogs affecting the tranquility and
Picnic area Îlet-au-Flacon picnic area
safety of other visitors are not allowed.
*Individuals who fail to comply with any of the rules stated above may be required to Nautical access point Îlet-au-Flacon and Havre-du-Bic boat launches
leave the area and/or issued a statement of offence, where appropriate.
Winter trail No authorized access
Compliance with the regulations is essential, and the offer could
be reviewed if non-compliance is noted.
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DISCOVERY
TIME
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Archéo-joute - French only - Not offered during the 2020 season
Discover the fascinating world of archaeology through this game-based activity. Carry out
excavations, like real archaeologists, to find artifacts that recount the history of the first
inhabitants of the Bic territory.
Littoral sous la loupe - French only - Not offered during the 2020 season
The whole family is invited to Anse à Wilson beach to explore the shore and its intriguing
organisms, capable of living half their lives submerged in the sea and the other half in open air.
*Wear shoes that can get muddy!
L’histoire, c’est enfantin - French only - Not offered during the 2020 season
Two students on holiday at their grandparents’ home in Saint-Fabien-sur-Mer come across their
grandmother’s clothes trunk. Their surprising finds will take them on a journey through different
eras and the history of the people who used to live on the park’s land.
GUIDED HIKES EVENING ACTIVITIES
À la tombée du jour SOS chauve-souris - French only
- French only - Not offered during the 2020 season
- Not offered during the 2020 season Since time immemorial, bats have haunted our
Nature has a change in tempo and comes nightmares, but how well do we really know
to life once again at nightfall. them? These fascinating and little-known
small flying mammals are now experiencing a
Follow a guided hike along the Chemin-
significant decline that threatens biodiversity.
du-Nord trail and enjoy the sunset. Take a
Find out how you can help them.
walk under the stars and explore the park’s
fascinating and mysterious night life.
Complètement loup-phoque
*Don’t forget to bring a flashlight.
- French only
- Not offered during the 2020 season
Un paysage en continuelle
A great game and challenge for the whole
évolution family! Test your knowledge of the harbour
- French only seal, the park’s animal emblem, and have fun
- Not offered during the 2020 season discovering a lot about it!
Over time, nature continues to shape and
INFORMATION renew the landscape. This hike will lead you Contes du bord du fleuve
AND around the comet’s tail of Île aux Amours
as you discover how the ancient seas have
- French only
- Not offered during the 2020 season
RESERVATIONS sculpted Bic’s islands!
An invitation for young and old to an evening
of wild tales of things that happened in this
In person at one of our service area, that is, if legends don’t scare you!
centres or by phone at 418-736-5035.
For paid activities, the prices listed
here do not include taxes or the park Check the weekly schedule for
entry fee unless otherwise stated. the time and place.
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AT YOUR OWN PACE Balade découverte
Naturally Curious en minibus - French only
- Not offered during the 2020 season
No matter how old you are, all curious minds are invited to come and meet our naturalist
and have fun while exploring nature’s many treasures. Come join our park warden and naturalist
and discover the most beautiful areas
This is your chance to impress our naturalist with your questions and share your discoveries! of the park, including Pic Champlain.
Enjoy the scenery as you explore the
Mountains Born of the Sea - Not offered during the 2020 season Park’s treasures and key attractions.
Come join a park warden-naturalist at the Pic Champlain Lookout to discover how the splendid New this Year: Sunset Stroll
landscape that stretches out before your eyes was sculpted over time.
DURATION: 2 h
Meet the seals SCHEDULE: Check the weekly
Come join a park warden-naturalist to view the seals up close using spotting scopes and schedule. Upon reservation.
binoculars. Learn to recognize harbour seals and grey seals as you observe the natural DEPARTURE POINT: Parking area
behaviour of the park’s star species. at the Rivière-du-Sud-Ouest
Visitors Centre
Feathers and down
* Paid activity. Free for children under
Equipped with spotting scopes and binoculars, a park warden-naturalist is waiting to introduce the age of 17 accompanied by family
you to the common eiders and other species of seabirds that visit the park early each summer. members. Excludes groups
Shuttle to Pic-Champlain
- Not offered during the 2020 season
The shuttle, a minibus transport service,
lets you off a few metres away from the
Pic Champlain Lookout (346 m), definitely
one of the most beautiful viewpoints over
the Bas-Saint-Laurent region.
SCHEDULE: Check the weekly
schedule.
DEPARTURE POINT: Pic Champlain
parking area.
* Paid activity. Free for children under
the age of 17 accompanied by family
members. Excludes groups
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SEA KAYAK EXCURSIONS 418-736-5035
Paddle in the majestic harbour, Havre du Bic, and you might be surprised by a visit from a
curious young seal! Aventures Archipel offers guided one-day or half-day outings that include
all the equipment needed to ensure your comfort and safety.
SCHEDULE: June 1 to October 14 (times • HARBOUR (half day)
vary depending on the tides) • SUNSET EXCURSION
DEPARTURE POINT: Havre du Bic • A DAY ON THE ST. LAWRENCE
* Paid activity.
BICYCLE RENTALS
At the Baudry rental centre in the Rivière-
du-Sud-Ouest sector, you’ll find a wide choice of bicycles for everyone in your family.
Renting bikes means you can leave your car behind as soon as you enter the park and then
take your time exploring the 15 km of bike trails through the forests and along the coast.
* Free for children under the age of 17 accompanied by family members. Excludes groups.
LA ROSE DES THÉS
Tearoom - Not offered during the 2020 season
As you hike the Chemin-du-Nord trail, stop in to enjoy a cup of tea in this Colonial Revival
cottage built by Walter Lyman in the early 1920s. The enchanting setting, peaceful
ambience and gorgeous landscape of Cap-à-l’Orignal are sure to charm.
Mini-Concerts des îles
Every Sunday afternoon from the beginning of July to the beginning of August at 2 pm,
duets of up-and-coming students from the Conservatoire de musique de Rimouski will
present short concerts in partnership with Concerts aux Îles du Bic.
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SLEEP
UNDER THE
OPEN SKY
A yurt is a beautiful spot to cast aside everyday stress and take pleasure in the outdoors,
in winter and summer alike!
Stay with us and make the most of the park. This way, you’ll have a great base to explore the
territory at your leisure, as well as a front row seat to watch wildlife in its natural habitat.
Visitors have a choice of the following types
of accommodation:
• 241 serviced campsites (rustic, BEGINNING OF BOOKINGS
with or without service) 2021 SEASON
• 38 traditional (4 people) and Étoile Cabin and yurt
(6 people) ready-to-camps Septembre 15, 2020 (fall/winter)
• 5 EXP. cabins (2 people)
Camping and ready-to-camp
• 4 Écho cabins (4 people) October 24, 2020
• 1 chalet de l’Abbé (4 people)
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• 11 yurts (4 people)
Free of charge!
Admission and
equipment loan
offered to children
Our favourite offers at the park
17 and under.
• Chemin-du-Nord has many coves and sandy shores to fascinate
Offer varies from one
establishment to another.
the young and young-at-heart and is perfect for a stroller-friendly hike.
First come, first served.
• Do not miss our discovery activities for the whole family.
• Our bike trails will delight everyone.
• We offer free bike rentals for kids cycling with their families.
11CONSERVE
FOR
TOMORROW
SEAL MONITORING PROGRAM
We have been monitoring the harbour seal population
since 1998, working with the marine mammal
observation network, ROMM. The data we collect
help advance our knowledge about this species
which, contrary to what its name might suggest, Sea lyme grass
is not so common at all.
SEAL WATCHING PROTECTING COASTAL HABITATS
Coastal erosion is an issue for the park, which has 33 linear kilometres of
It is critical for all visitors to respect the signs
coastline. The beaches along the Chemin-du-Nord trail are particularly affected
indicating the boundary of the seal observation area.
by this phenomenon, partly because of exposure to storm waves, but also
By staying on the beach, you allow the seals to rest
because of hikers who unintentionally trample seaside plants, thus contributing
and fully carry out the activities essential to their
to the deterioration of coastal habitats.
survival (nursing, pup rearing, moulting). Keeping
your distance also helps ensure that other visitors— To address this issue, a beach restoration project led by the Sud-de-l’Estuaire
present and future—can enjoy the privilege ZIP Committee was launched last year. The first action undertaken in 2019 was
of observing these animals. to reduce the number of improvised trails leading to the beach to avoid trampling
coastal plants. These plants play an important role in stabilizing and protecting
the soil against erosion. During the second year, coastal plants, including sea
WHERE CAN I WATCH THE SEALS? lyme grass, will be planted to restore degraded habitats.
Cap Caribou At low tide During your visit, you will be educated about the negative impact of trampling
Pointe aux Épinettes From half tide to high tide these stabilizing plants through various activities. This way, you will also be able
to contribute to the successful restoration of this natural environment.
Closure of an improvised trail and beach revegetation
12CONSERVATION IS
EVERYONE’S BUSINESS.
The Parc national du Bic has been dealing with a delicate issue: some of the
wildlife here have been developing unusual behaviour toward humans. To
solve this problem, the park’s team needs all visitors to help by letting the wild
animals—foxes, deer and other species—remain free and self-sufficient, as
their survival depends on it.
How can you help?
KEEP YOUR DISTANCE
It is very important that visitors do not try to approach wild animals. Keep your
distance, giving them a wide berth. An animal that feels threatened cannot
carry out the activities it needs to survive
(feeding, breeding, communicating, etc.) in
Limit of the seal
a normal manner. Repeated disturbance can
therefore directly jeopardize the survival observation area
of this animal. “Help us protect this habitat”
DO NOT FEED THE ANIMALS.
• Wild animals find food suited to their needs in
the natural environment.
• The food people provide may not be appropriate for
the animals’ digestive system, causing discomfort, health
problems or even death.
• Feeding animals makes them dependent on humans and more vulnerable
to predators.
• Animals attracted by food can lose their wariness of humans, leading
to potential trouble and even danger.
• Each time we disrupt their natural activities, we change the behaviour
of wild animals, sometimes putting their lives at risk.
MINIMIZE YOUR IMPACT.
By adopting behaviours that respect the natural habitat, you significantly reduce
your impact on the environment, thus ensuring its protection for the future.
• Take your garbage back with you or dispose of it in appropriate
locations.
• Stay on trails and obey the signs.
• Don’t take natural items (e.g. animals, plants, dead wood, rocks) back
with you.
• Keep your dog on a leash and only enter permitted areas.
13 13PLAY SAFE IT
Photo : Steve Deschênes, Parc national des Grands-Jardins
IN THE WILD, YOUR SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSABILITY
Sépaq’s mission is to ensure the widest possible access to Québec’s most beautiful
natural treasures. Sépaq is committed to the safety of its visitors and urges you to REMINDERS
play it safe!
Preparing yourself adequately is the first step in the safe and enjoyable practice of
your favourite activities. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY and risk During your visit to a national park, you
management is an integral part of your experience.
must always carry your entry fee receipt
Before leaving for an excursion, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
or your annual entry card.
REQUIRED to practice your chosen activity AND RESPECT YOUR PHYSICAL LIMITS.
Your outing should leave you with nothing but pleasant memories. We invite you to
consult our safety guides for Sépaq activities, available at sepaq.com/security.
You will also find a list of organizations that can help you plan your activities safely.
Remember that animals are in their natural
sepaq.com/security
habitat and that you are a visitor. To ensure
both your safety and theirs, feeding them
CHECKLIST is prohibited; otherwise they may lose their
BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME natural fear of human beings and become
• Plan on going with at least one other person. aggressive.
• Check the weather report.
• Pack water and food, even if the activity is only for a few hours.
• See that you have appropriate clothing and footwear for anticipated weather conditions.
• Let somebody know the exact location of your destination and the time you plan to return home. To preserve our natural riches, you are
not allowed to remove any natural
ONCE YOU ARE ON SITE
elements (animals, plants, dead wood,
• Do not rely on your cellphone.
• Check how much time it will take to complete your activity.
rocks, etc.). Please also keep to
• Obey signs and notices, including bans on open fires. established hiking trails to avoid
trampling flora.
WHEN YOU GET BACK
• Once you have completed your activity, make sure that you report to our staff anything
wrong or any damage or problems you encountered.
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Dupuis,
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