Forillon National Park offers visitors a multitude of outdoor activities to choose from: hiking, interpretive activities, sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), swimming at the beach or in the outdoor pool, tennis, cycling, scuba diving, whale-watching cruises, picnics and playgrounds for the whole family!
The park offers tent and RV campsites, including some with electricity and/or water, as well as backcountry wilderness sites and “ready-to-camp” (glamping) options.
An interpretive program proposes activities during which you can discover the park’s natural and historical heritage while having fun. Visit the Information and Discovery Centre to explore the permanent exhibition and watch the movie A Gem at Land’s End, which presents the park’s main themes.
Forillon is a mountainous peninsula bordered by the Gulf of St. Lawrence and Gaspé Bay. Its boreal forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife species that are relatively easy to observe. Thousands of seabirds find shelter in Forillon’s steep cliffs, while seal colonies claim its shores. The scenery is stunning, and the rocks reveal part of Earth’s fascinating history.
Humans have inhabited and frequented this territory for thousands of years. A visit to the Hyman & Sons General Store, Blanchette House and Dolbel-Roberts House will take you back in time to relive some of the area’s rich human history.
Opening dates
The park is in operation from late May to mid-October; however, it remains accessible year-round.
When the park is not officially open, some trails are accessible, though they not maintained, which means visitors are responsible for their own safety.
Schedule
Varies depending on the season and the site; visit the following page for more information: parks.canada.ca/pn-np/qc/forillon/visit/heures-hoursCost
Visit our website for more information (parks.canada.ca/pn-np/qc/forillon/visit/tarifs-fees). Note that park admission is free for anyone under 18.Reservations
Required for camping and highly recommended during the summerPayment methods
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Activities available
Services
- Childrens playground
- Picnic area
- Pets allowed on leashes only
- Boutique
- Restaurant or snack bar
- Free parking
- Other: guided shuttle bus tour, sale and rentals of beach accessories
- Guide services
How to get there
The park is at the northeastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula, north of the village of Gaspé, 700 km (430 mi.) from Québec City and 350 km (220 mi.) from the New Brunswick border. To get there, follow Route 132.
Affiliations and distinctions
Affiliations
- Parks Canada network
- Tourisme Gaspésie
