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Sports and Outdoor Recreation

Many outdoor activities can be enjoyed in Québec maritime. The fact that nature surrounds you, even in urban areas, certainly has something to do with this. Each of the activities described in this section represents a different way of discovering our region and experiencing the great outdoors to the fullest. The sea, islands and mountains all offer a host of sites and activities to choose from!
Sports and Outdoor Recreation Packages
Whales & Nature

Whales & Nature

Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Site

Starting from $124.00
per person based on double occupancy, taxes and gratuities not included Valid from May 15, 2012 to October 15, 2012
Chic-Choc Package at the Gîte du Mont-Albert

Chic-Choc Package at the Gîte du Mont-Albert

Gîte du Mont-Albert

Starting from $537.30
per person, double occupancy, taxes and park entrance fees not included Valid from June 8, 2012 to September 29, 2012
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Sports and Outdoor Recreation Road Trip Ideas
The Gaspésie Tour Show on map

The Gaspésie Tour

The Gaspésie Tour is a legendary scenic drive that loops around the huge Gaspé Peninsula. National Geographic Traveler included this region in its 20 Best Trips of 2011, while the renowned Michelin Green Guide gave it 3 stars.
Motorcycling in Gaspésie – River and Chic-Chocs Show on map

Motorcycling in Gaspésie – River and Chic-Chocs

As the St. Lawrence River widens into the sea, this scenic drive will take you through charming coastal villages.
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Testimonials about Sports and Outdoor Recreation
  • April 2010
    MotoVirée
    Explore Scenic Drives by Motorcycle!
    "Discover a tourism destination where roads run alongside the sea, mountains, valleys and rivers in a region dotted with rest areas, scenic lookouts and great gourmet finds." Read more »
  • A Small Bay among Giants
    "The best thing about Tadoussac, however, is this feeling of well-being that comes over you when you are here. In these surroundings, between the water, the mountains and the village, the air you breathe is pure and you really feel as though you are living in the present moment." Read more »
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Highlights

  • Bic National Park

    Set yourself up comfortably in one of the 181 campsites found in Bic National Park. In total, three campgrounds offer sites to suit everyone’s...

  • Matane Wildlife Reserve

    Enjoy a stay at the Matane Wildlife Reserve in a campground or cabin. Spend a day or longer on the reserve and get the most out of your experience...

  • Matane-Baie-Comeau-Godbout ferry

    Board the Matane–Baie-Comeau–Godbout ferry and enjoy the easternmost crossing of the St. Lawrence, a unique experience of a little over...
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Gaspé: Think Big!

Presented by: Chambre de commerce et de tourisme
Cap-Gaspé, at the tip of Forillon National Park of Canada, which surely inspired the name Gaspé, meaning “land’s end” in the Míkmaq language.
Photo: Agence Plein Ciel
Gaspé boasts a national park within town limits: Forillon National Park of Canada, which is home to spectacular and varied scenery. Pictured here: Majestic Cap Bon-Ami, in the dawn light. 
Photo: Ricochet Design
Seven different species of whales, including the famous blue whale, can be observed in Gaspé Bay, where they come to feed. Pictured here: A minke whale and her baby off Forillon—a stunning and unforgettable sight!
Photo: Marc Debain
Gaspé is recognized as the cradle of Canada. For more than four centuries, people have come from far and wide to join the Aboriginal nations and contribute to this area’s rich history. Pictured here: Gespeg Interpretation Site. 
Photo: Micmac Nation of Gespeg
Located right in the middle of Gaspé, the marina, Jacques-Cartier yacht club and Le Cormoran sailing school make Gaspé Bay a favourite among sailing enthusiasts.
Photo: Jean-Baptiste Gellé
In the summer, sand and pebble beaches attract many visitors to the area’s 130 kilometres (80 miles) of coastline. In August, magnificent Haldimand Beach (pictured here) hosts an Ultimate Frisbee tournament.
Photo: Ricochet Design
Gaspé is surrounded by water. Whether it be the St. Lawrence, other rivers or stunning Gaspé Bay, water is everywhere, and visitors and local residents make the most of it. Enjoy a kayaking excursion to the seal colony and meet the bay’s inhabitants!
Photo: Cap Aventure
The hiking trails in Forillon National Park of Canada offer breathtaking views and will introduce you to the area’s fascinating geology and wildlife. Expect unforgettable encounters! 
Photo: Nancy Gauthier
Many buildings in Gaspé are witnesses to the region’s long history. Pictured here: The Griffon Cultural Centre, a former cold storage warehouse for codfish, which has been converted into a café and multipurpose centre.
Photo: Centre culturel Le Griffon
The region of Gaspé has something for everyone. In addition to its rich culture and history, Gaspé is located in a natural setting, which is ideal for outdoor activities. Why not go for a horseback ride at sunset?
Photo: Le Centaure
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Sports and Outdoor Recreation Photos
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  • Hiking in the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve of Canada
  • Scenic drive in Îles de la Madeleine
  • Îles de la Madeleine
  • Picnic in Forillon National Park of Canada, Cap Bon-Ami area
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