Enjoy the best of both worlds by exploring sections of the Bas-Saint-Laurent – Gaspésie Snowmobile Tour (TQ5) and the Northern Trail (TQ3). To cross the St. Lawrence Estuary, hop on the ferry from Matane to Baie-Comeau (or Godbout) for an unforgettable experience among the ice floes. Along the way, you will encounter spectacular scenery and colourful coastal villages as well as meet the locals whose hospitality is legendary.
In the Trois-Pistoles sector, take trail #518 (via trail #571) and enjoy an exceptionally wide trail section, which loops back to TQ5 towards Rimouski.
Head next to the Saint-Fabien lookout (via trail #518 and a local trail) to admire an amazing view of the St. Lawrence Estuary, the nearby coast and Parc national du Bic.
Take a detour towards Saint-Gabriel-de-Rimouski (via trail #579) where you can stay in a log inn in one of the oldest sugar maple stands in the province. This site is also a great place to observe birds, beavers and other wildlife.
Ride your snowmobile onto the icebreaker, which will take you across the St. Lawrence Estuary in about 2.5 hours. Onboard amenities include a cafeteria, bar, film screenings and lounge. Note that in the winter, the ferry only makes one return trip per day, except Wednesdays and Fridays when it makes two.
The ferry schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions. Please make sure it’s running on the day you want to take it by visiting the ferry company’s website or by subscribing to email/text alerts (or both) once you’ve created an account (no purchase necessary).
This is your opportunity to cross the Manicouagan River on the highest snowmobile bridge in North America! The bridge is 213 metres (700 feet) long and 28 metres (90 feet) high.
A few kilometres outside the village of Portneuf-sur-Mer, you will cross a 30-metre (100-foot) bridge over the Portneuf River. If your schedule permits, ride across the bridge at night, when it is lit up!
Your trip will end in Tadoussac Bay and along the Saguenay Fjord. From there you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views over the snowy landscape.
Do you want to extend your trip? Why not also visit the regions of Québec City, Charlevoix and Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean!
