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DESTINATIONS
GASPÉSIE
NATIONAL PARK
★★
Gaspesie National Park, in the centre of the Gaspé Peninsula, is a vast sea of
mountains and a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. Because of the varied climates
and morphology of the region, Gaspesie National Park hosts a tremendous
diversity of wildlife that is unique to Québec, including the mountain caribou.
The park contains more than 25 peaks that rise above 1,000 metres, several of
which are the highest peaks in Quebec. The spectacular scenery of the Chic-Chocs
makes this mountain chain a preferred destination for lovers of the great outdoors.
© Tourisme Québec, Claude Bouchard
L AC- AUX- A M É RIC A IN S IN
G A S PÉ SIE N ATIO N A L PA R K
WHAT TO DO GASPESIE NATIONAL PARK ★★
— Season : The park is open year-round, but the period during which services are available varies according to sector.
TOUR-DU-MONT- Visitors Centre:
ALBERT HIKE ★★ The Discovery and Visitors Centre / Mont-Albert Sector (on Route 299) is open from mid-June to early September,
daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with reduced hours in low season.
Distance (round-trip): 17.8 km loop
Time (round-trip): 6-8 hours Entrance fee : 8,90$/adult/day and free for youth aged 17 and under.
Level: Expert www.sepaq.com/pq/gas
Elevation gain: 870 metres
Mont Albert has a unique
ecosystem, with its harsh
climate, its alpine tundra
and its reddish soil rich in
serpentine, a rare orange
mineral with a high calcium
and magnesium content.
The summit is a vast plateau
where a herd of caribou can
often be seen grazing. At
17.8 km (6 to 8 hours) and
with an elevation gain of
870 metres, the Tour-du-
Mont-Albert hike is clas-
sified Expert, but it is one
that you won’t soon forget!
It offers a combination
of steep climbs, lookout
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platforms with exceptional
views and trails that follow
a stream. The trail climbs
steadily right from the start.
One third of the way up,
the Belvédère de la Saillie ★
TOU R- DU - M O N T- A L BE RT
lookout platform offers the
first spectacular view of the
Sainte-Anne river valley be-
low. The trail then continues
to rise towards the summit
of Mont-Albert, where hi-
kers can take a break at the
Rabougris rest stop before
carrying on to Belvédère
du Versant. An even more
scenic but no less difficult
trail then follows Ruisseau
du Diable through the beau-
tiful Vallée du Diable ★★★,
where you can take a break
at the Serpentine rest stop
just before reaching Lac du
Diable. The trail then follows
Rivière Sainte-Anne back
down to the Visitors Centre.
This hike is a must if your
fitness level allows. Depar-
ting from Gaspesie National
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Park Discovery and Visitors
Centre from mid-June until
C A RIBO U O N T H E M O U N T A L B E RT
late September.
Hiking ★ Noteworthy ★★ Worth the detour ★★★ Must see
DESTINATIONS
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TO U N D R A O N TO P O F M O N T JACQU E S - C A RTIE R
MONT JACQUES- round-trip, or 4 to 5 hours of covered even in summer, offers a 10 a.m.). The same shuttle leaves
CARTIER ★★★ hiking, this excursion is perfect spectacular landscape ★★★ of Mont Jacques-Cartier at 4 p.m.
Distance (round-trip): 8.2 km for those who want to see wild alpine tundra at an altitude of (arrival at the Visitors Centre
Time (round-trip): 4-5 hours caribou and who like a challenge. over 1,000 m. At the top, you at 5 p.m.). This is a challenging
Level: Difficult A complete change of scenery can take the free «Vivez le Grand but well-maintained rock trail
Elevation gain: 465 metres guaranteed! A rocky trail leads Nord» educational hike with a and has an elevation gain of
straight up to the summit of park warden/naturalist, which 465 metres. Possible from
If you only plan to take one the second highest peak in lasts around 45 minutes (certain late June to late September.
hike in the area, and you are Quebec, and an exceptional days only). A shuttle leaves the Other departures available
physically fit, it should be Mont site for caribou sighting. The Discovery and Visitors Centre at from the Mont Jacques-Cartier
Jacques-Cartier. At 8.2 km summit, which is often snow- 9 a.m. (arrival at the trailhead at Campground on Route 16.
Hiking ★ Noteworthy ★★ Worth the detour ★★★ Must see
LAC-AUX- If you are travelling with takes about one hour. Lac to the end of November.
AMÉRICAINS ★★ children and are looking for aux Américains is located in Departing from the Lac-aux-
Distance (round-trip): 2.6 km a short hike, we strongly the centre of a glacial cirque Américains parking area on
Time (round-trip): 1½ hours recommend Lac-aux- and is an exceptionally Route 16.
Level: Easy Américains. At 2.6 km beautiful site. A must-see!
Elevation gain: 80 metres (round trip), this easy hike Possible from early May
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A PE R FEC T D E S TIN ATIO N FO R FA MILIE S
Hiking ★ Noteworthy ★★ Worth the detour ★★★ Must see
DESTINATIONS
MONT gain of 155 metres, the trail ECOTOURISM SEA and 3:30 p.m.). Possible from
ERNEST-LAFORCE ★★ leads to the top of Mont Ernest EXCURSION ★ early June to end of August, 9
Distance (round-trip): 4.6 km Laforce, where you will have a If you would like to experience a.m. to 5 p.m. (by reservation
Time (round-trip): 2 hours spectacular 360° view of Mont an ecotourism sea excursion, from early September to early
Level: Intermediate Albert and the surrounding Ste-Anne-des-Monts is your October).
Elevation gain: 155 metres mountains. It will take you about destination. For a first contact EXPLORAMER :
2 hours to complete the loop with the St. Lawrence River and 1, RUE DU QUAI, STE-ANNE-DES-MONTS
This trail, classified Intermediate, trail, which begins at the Mont to witness the hauling of waved 418-763-2500
is perfect for families who Ernest-Laforce parking lot, in whelk and rock crab traps, WWW.EXPLORAMER.QC.CA
would like to introduce their the Monts-McGerrigle sector. choose the «Discover the St.
children to the joys of hiking. At Keep your eyes open, you are in Lawrence» excursion (duration:
4.6 km long with an elevation the heart of moose habitat! 1.5 hr; departing daily at 11 a.m.
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING FOR YOUR HIKE?
• Picnic •H iking boots Note: your backpack should not weight more than 25% of
• Water bottle (2L) • Sunscreen your body weight. Certain equipment such as hiking boots,
• Cap or hat • Thicker socks walking stick, raincoat, backpack or baby carrier can be
• Backpack • Insect repellant rented at the Discovery and Visitors Centre.
• T oilet paper or packet of kleenex •N ylon socks (to prevent blisters)
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M O N T E R N E S T L A FO RCE
Hiking ★ Noteworthy ★★ Worth the detour ★★★ Must see
FESTIVAL
—
Fête du vol libre (Hang-gliding
festival)
Dates : late july 2021
Dozens of hang-gliding and
paragliding pilots from around the
world gather in Mont-Saint-Pierre,
between sea and aky. In addition to
watching the colourful air show, vi-
sitors can enjoy the many outdoor
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activities and music events and
sample local products.
Au Mont St-Pierre :
www.montsaintpierre.ca PA R A DIS E FO R HIK E R S
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M O OS E AT DAW N
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DESTINATIONS
GÎT E D U M O N T A L B E RT IN T H E VA L L E Y
WHERE TO EAT
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1 MICROBRASSERIE regional ingredients. House 25, BOULEVARD STE-ANNE OUEST, 5 RESTAURANT DE
LE MALBORD ($$) specialties: grilled meats and STE-ANNE-DES-MONTS L’AUBERGE CHÂTEAU
Le Malbord is a friendly brew seafood. The modern, friendly 418-764-0344 LAMONTAGNE ($$$-$$$$)
pub where you can enjoy atmosphere and excellent This magnificent inn is the
refined beers, brewed on site, service contribute to a 4 RESTAURANT DU GÎTE former home of Madame
that reflect the culture of memorable dining experience. DU MONT-ALBERT ($$$) Blanche Lamontagne,
Haute-Gaspésie. The brewery’s Open Monday-Friday from Chef Jean-Alexandre Dubé Quebec’s first female poet.
bistro offers pub fare that 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and every will welcome you to the Perched on a rocky headland
showcases local products and evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. friendly dining room of overlooking the sea, the
changes with the seasons. 90, BOUL. STE-ANNE OUEST, STE- Gîte du Mont Albert for his building itself is listed as
Food and beer pairings to ANNE-DES-MONTS / 418-763-3321 renowned table d’hôte with its a historical monument
discover!! Open Wednesdays, WWW.HOTELETCIE.COM/RESTAURANT/ fine gourmet dishes prepared and is worth a detour. The
Fridays and Saturdays from 3 using the best local and restaurant prepares tasty fish,
p.m. to midnight and Thursdays 3 DÉLICES DE LA MER regional products. You can seafood, lamb, beef and foie
from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. ($$-$$$) even have a picnic lunch to gras dishes, combining local
178, 1 RE AVENUE OUEST, This Gaspé fishmonger is also take with you when you visit products and world flavours.
STE-ANNE-DES-MONTS a café and a delicatessen the national park (order the Open in high season, Sunday-
418-764-0022 offering a good choice of day before!) Note that dinner Monday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
WWW.LEMALBORD.COM products: cheese, seafood, is by reservation only. Open and Tuesday-Saturday from
fish, ready-to-eat, beer, daily from mid-June to early 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
2 LA BROUE DANS organic products, etc. You will October. Breakfast is served 170, 1 RE AVENUE EST, STE-ANNE-
L’TOUPET ($$-$$$) love the décor as much as the from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and DES-MONTS / 418-763-7666
Located in the heart of food. It’s the perfect place to dinner from 6 p.m. to 8:30 WWW.CHATEAULAMONTAGNE.COM
downtown Sainte-Anne-des- stop for lunch or to stock up p.m.
Monts, La Broue dans l’Toupet on groceries. Open Monday- 2001, ROUTE DU PARC, *** Hours may vary ***
restaurant offers a varied Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 STE-ANNE-DES-MONTS
menu that changes with the p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. 418-763-2288
seasons and features local and to 5 p.m. WWW.SEPAQ.COM/PQ/GMA
Microbrewery $ Inexppensive $$ Moderate $$$ Upscale $$$$ Fine dining
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