Quebec Parks Hiking Tour

Quebec Parks Hiking Itinerary

Day 1 Hiking at Grands-Jardins National Park

This day will take us to the most popular summit of Grands-Jardins National Park to reach the summit of Mont du Lac des Cygnes. Its peak, reaching 980 m in altitude and overlooking the valley of the Gouffre River, is one of the park’s main attractions. If the view is clear, you will see the swan-shaped lake below. On the return, we will stop at Baie-Saint-Paul where we will dine at the microbrewery, showcasing local products.
Overnight Location: Auberge de la Rive, Les Éboulements
Distance: 2h15 (round-trip) 8.6 km
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 Hiking at Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie National Park

After a good breakfast, we head towards Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie National Park, named for its deeply carved valleys in high mountains. Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie features some of the highest cliffs east of the Rockies! We will hike the legendary Acropole-des-Draveurs trail, which offers breathtaking views of the Malbaie River. We will return to sleep at Les Éboulements lodge where your guide will prepare a delicious dinner for you.
Overnight Location: Auberge de la Rive, Les Éboulements
Distance: 2h (round-trip) 11.2 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Hiking in Tadoussac and Whale Cruises

We will leave Les Éboulements towards Tadoussac, located on the other side of the Saguenay Fjord, with a stop to visit the Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Center. We will dine at the Tadoussac dunes before going for a short hike. Then, we will meet marine mammals on a whale cruise in the late afternoon.
Overnight Location: Hotel-Motel Tadoussac
Distance: 2h
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 Hiking at Longue-Rive and Baie-Comeau-Matane Ferry

We will leave Tadoussac towards Baie-Comeau to take the ferry there in the late afternoon. Along the way, we will stop to stretch our legs, enjoy the salty air, and eat at Sault-au-Mouton Park in Longue-Rive. Once in Baie-Comeau, we will board the ferry that will take us to the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River, towards Matane. We will dine on the boat, then head to Gaspésie National Park where we will settle at the foot of Mont-Albert for the next three nights.
Overnight Location: Chalet du Mont-Albert, Gaspésie Park
Distance: 4h (5km) + 2h15 ferry ride
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Hiking at Gaspésie National Park

After the late arrival the day before, we will take advantage of this first day at Gaspésie National Park to sleep in later and do an intermediate hike. We can explore the trails around the chalet, where we will dine and spend the evening.
Overnight Location: Chalet du Mont-Albert, Gaspésie Park
Distance: 7 km – another hike possible depending on the group and remaining time
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 Hiking at Gaspésie National Park

Another full day at Gaspésie National Park allows us to brave Mont-Albert, an emblematic summit of the national park where it is often possible to observe caribou. After this intense day on the alpine peaks, we will enjoy a good meal at the chalet.
Overnight Location: Chalet du Mont-Albert, Gaspésie Park
Distance: 12.6km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 Hiking at Bic National Park

After a good breakfast at the chalet, we leave the mountains to head towards Bic National Park, where inlets, bays, and the sea will be highlighted. We will dine upon arriving at the park, then go for a hike. This enchanting trail between the sea, rocks, and wooded areas, with some steep and narrow sections, will lead us to the seal observation point at low tide. We will arrive in Quebec City at the end of the day.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 3h - 5.7km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch