Parc national de la Gaspésie is home to 25 mountains over 1000 metres (3300 feet) high, the only caribou herd south of the St. Lawrence, a large moose population, arctic-alpine flora and spectacular scenery on every side! Come and soak in the splendours of the Chic-Choc and McGerrigle mountains and keep an eye out for wildlife (caribou, white-tailed deer, moose and over 150 species of birds) as well as unique plants (alpine tundra and several rare plant species).
The main mission of the park is to protect a representative sample of the natural environment of the mountains of Gaspésie and the exceptional features of this region.
The park offers a wide variety of lodging options: campsites, huts, cabins and the Gîte du Mont-Albert hotel. It also offers many activities: hiking, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), canoeing and fishing (including salmon fishing), snowshoeing and skiing. The Gîte du Mont-Albert hotel is renowned for fine cuisine featuring regional products.
A vast network of trails will help you discover the park and reach the alpine tundra. Visitors can find out more about the natural environment during discovery activities led by park wardens. Activities for groups are available upon reservation.
A wide range of souvenirs, clothing for adults and children, discovery products for young people and outdoor articles are offered at the Boutique Nature gift shop. All profits are re-invested in the park.
Opening dates
Open year-round. Services vary depending on the time of year; high season is from mid-May to mid-October and from mid-December to mid-April.
Schedule
Varies depending on the activityCost
$9.55/adult, free for children (under 18). Purchasing your daily access pass online in advance is highly recommended: sepaq.com/parksaccessReservations
Recommended for lodging and for groupsPayment methods
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Visa
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MasterCard
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American Express
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Interac
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Cheque
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Cash
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Diners Club - carte blanche
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Travelers Cheque
Activities available
Services
- Childrens playground
- Picnic area
- No pets allowed
- Bar
- Boutique
- Restaurant or snack bar
- Conference/meeting room
- Free parking
- Guide services
How to get there
Mont-Albert sector (accessible year-round)
- Option 1: Take Route 132 to Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, then head south on Route 299 (40 km) until you reach the Discovery and Visitors Centre.
- Option 2: Take Route 132 to New Richmond, then head north on Route 299 (100 km) until you reach the Discovery and Visitors Centre.
Lac-Cascapédia Registration Centre (not accessible in the winter)
- Option 1: Take Route 132 to Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, then head south on Route 299 (22 km). Turn onto Route 11 (gravel road) and drive for 10 km.
- Option 2: Take Route 132 to New Richmond, then head north on Route 299 (116 km). Turn onto Route 11 (gravel road) and drive for 10 km.
Mont-Jacques-Cartier Registration Centre (not accessible in the winter)
- Option 1: Take Route 132 to Mont-Sainte-Pierre. Turn onto Route 2 (gravel road) and drive for 27 km.
- Option 2: Take Route 132 to Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, then head south on Route 299 (40 km) until you reach the Discovery and Visitors Centre. Turn onto Route 16 (gravel road) and drive for 42 km.
- Option 3: Take Route 132 to New Richmond, then head north on Route 299 (100 km) until you reach the Discovery and Visitors Centre. Turn onto Route 16 (gravel road) and drive for 42 km.
Affiliations and distinctions
Affiliations
- Parcs Québec network (Sépaq)
- Tourisme Gaspésie
- Québec Hiking Federation (FQM)
- Camping Québec
- International Appalachian Trail (IAT-QC)
