Everything You Need to Know to Plan a Trip to Côte-Nord
| By Marine Grimaud
Are you starting to plan a vacation to Côte-Nord, Québec? Read on to find out everything you need to know to ensure your trip is a memorable one!
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Côte-Nord
Côte-Nord is vast, wild and spectacular. It extends from Tadoussac to Blanc-Sablon and from the north shore of the St. Lawrence northward, to where the boreal forest gives way to the taiga. Out at sea and from the shore, up to 13 species of whales can be observed in this region. Côte-Nord is a land of extremes, from the Saguenay Fjord to the canyons of Anticosti Island, not to mention the mysterious monoliths of the Mingan Archipelago.
Various winter activities allow visitors to discover the vastness of this territory, whether by riding the region’s many snowmobile trails or exploring snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails. Ice fishing, wildlife observation and dogsledding are also among the many activities offered to visitors wishing to explore this untamed wilderness area.
To plan your trip, check out our Côte-Nord section.
Snowmobile Contest: An Interview with a Winner
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
In February 2023, Lou Lanthier, a resident of Ontario, was finally able to go on the trip he won during our 2021-2022 snowmobile contest. Mr. Lanthier won an 8-day, 7-night stay in Côte-Nord in the company of three guests. We asked him a few questions about his snowmobile adventure upon his return.
Read MoreThe Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park
| By Olivier Pierson
The Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park is an ideal place to observe whales. From May to October, discovery and wonder await you in this marine protected area located at the confluence of the fresh waters of the Saguenay River and the salt waters of the St. Lawrence Estuary.
Read More5 Mountain Hikes in Eastern Québec for Experienced Hikers
| By Ulrich Josserand
Gaspésie and Côte-Nord are popular destinations for outdoor lovers. And when it comes to hiking, these regions of Eastern Québec can hold their own when compared to some of the most renowned mountains in the world! Whether you want to stay on marked trails or set off on an off-trail adventure, these hikes will provide you with challenging and exciting experiences. Get your hiking poles ready!
Read MoreDiscover Côte-Nord in the Fall!
| By Nathalie Katinakis
Over a distance of 850 km (530 mi.), Route 138 will take you through a string of villages across Côte-Nord from Tadoussac to Kegaska and give you access to pristine wilderness. This vast territory has much to offer to anyone who ventures there. As of September, when the region is blanketed in warm colours, it offers even more! Here are a few attractions that are sure to make you want to visit Côte-Nord in the fall.
Read MoreWhat to See by Snowmobile in Eastern Québec: The Groulx Mountains
| By Marie-Eve Lagacé
When one thinks of the Côte-Nord region, what comes to mind is an immense, wild and pristine territory. And this is exactly what awaits you in the Groulx Mountains, north of Baie-Comeau. Discover why this area is on so many snowmobilers’ bucket lists!
Read MoreBird Watching in Côte-Nord: Opportunities for Fall Sightings
| By Marie-Eve Lagacé
Côte-Nord is well known as one of the best places in the world to observe marine mammals. But did you know that it’s also a great place to see migrating birds in the fall? We interviewed Pascal Côté, who told us why this is the case and also shared what species can be observed in this region!
Read MoreSoak up the Exotic Charm of Havre-Saint-Pierre
| By Valérie Gasse
Certainly, the north shore of the St. Lawrence offers landscapes that are quite different from those found along the coast of my native Gaspésie—I felt transported to the border between reality and imagination. The taiga by the sea! It was a complete change of scenery.
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