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At the heart of the Gaspé Peninsula, the Chic-Chocs Appalachian chain is the very backbone of this forest-covered peninsula. Réserve faunique des Chic-Chocs lies adjacent to Parc national de la Gaspésie to the east. A part of the reserve is even surrounded by this park. This geographical location, at the periphery of a protected territory, makes the reserve a favorite site for wildlife.

43 lakes, several streams and rivers, where you can find brook trout (speckled trout) and lake trout (salmon trout). A large variety of mammals frequent these territories including moose, black bear, snowshoe hare and porcupine; the reserve is also home to the spruce grouse and several species of singing birds.

Trout fishing. Moose, bear and small game hunting. Water features: lake and river. Services: boat rental and permit on site. Lodging in cottage and campground. Summer activities: hiking and mountain biking. Winter activities: cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

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Recognized first and foremost for its exceptioally rich wildlife, Matane Wildlife Reserve offers a breathtaking panorama combining mountains and deep valleys criss-crossed by numerous watercourses. The geomorphology of this setting is characterized by a rollong lanscapes to the south, whereas at the center of the peninsula, the landscape becomes more marked and more arid as the impressive chic-Chocs range rises up.Several novel activities have been introduced to promote a better knowledge of the moose: interpretation center, guided tours and outings in various wildlife habitats, observation towers...

38 lakes and several rivers including Cap-Chat and Matane, as well as numerous streams where you can fish brook trout, lake trout and Atlantic salmon. In addition to the large concentration of moose, the reserve is home to white-tailed deer, black bear, fox, coyote as well as several small mammals. There are more than 150 species of birds including the golden eagle, pileated woodpecker, ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, osprey and the bald eagle.

Trout and salmon fishing. Moose, bear and small game hunting. Water feature: lake and river. Services: boat rental, guide and permit on site. Lodging in inn, campground and cottage. Summer activities: Hiking, mountain biking and canoeing. Winter activities: cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowshoeing.

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With beautiful lakes, shimmering rivers and rolling hills of green dotted with leafy trees, the picturesque lanscapes of Réserve faunique de Port-Daniel are home to a highly varied wildlife. Hikers and fishers will enjoy Port-Daniel River's pastoral atmosphere and will marvel at its waterfalls, gorges and pits which, with the approach of fall, are transformed into spawning grounds for Atlantic salmon. This little corner of paradise can be reached without having to go far off the beaten trail. Indeed, it is located just 8 km from the ocean.

25 lakes, Port-Daniel River and a few streams where you can fish brook trout and Atlantic salmon. Several mammals including moose, white-tailed deer, bear, hare, beaver, fox, fisher, lynx, otter, marten and porcupine abound in the reserve's forest. There are also a number of birds associated with marine, marsh and forest habitats including the great blue heron, the black-crowned night-heron, the ruffed grouse, the spruce grouse as well as a large variety of ducks.

Trout and salmon fishing. Deer, moose, bear and small game hunting. Water feature: lake and river. Services: boat rental and permit on site. Lodging in campground and cottage. Summer activities: beach and hiking.

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Exclusive rights. Water features: lake and river. Salmon, brook char (speckled trout) and lake trout fishing. Deer, moose, bear and small game hunting.  Lodging in cottage and camp. Services: boat, guide and fishing and hunting permit. Member of the Fédération des pourvoiries du Québec.

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Exclusive rights. Water feature: lake and river. Trout, salmon and brook char (speckled trout) fishing. Deer, moose, bear and small game hunting. Lodging in cottage and inn. Services: boat, restaurant, guide and fishing and hunting permit. Member of the Fédération des pourvoiries du Québec.

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Salmon Fishing Guide
Hunting and fishing packages available on the Ristigouche and Matapédia Rivers (private or public waters). Equipment rental. Schedule: mid-April to October 20^th, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Admission: bear hunting: $1495, fishing: $500/day. Reservations mandatory.

Outfitter
Non-exclusive rights. Water feature: river. Trout, salmon and brook char (speckled trout) fishing. Moose, bear and small game hunting. Lodging in inn. Services: boat, restaurant, guide and fishing and hunting permit. Winter activity: snowmobiling. Open year-round. Member of the Fédération des pourvoiries du Québec.

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The Cache Grande nature offers activities year-round in the heart of the Gaspésie, in a mountain, river and forest setting. Summer activities: ATV, canoeing, wilderness camping, fishing, hunting (fall). Winter activities: cross-country skiing, off-trail snowmobiling, snowshoeing. Snowmobile photo safari ride in the Chic-Chocs. Snowmobiles: packages available. Licensed restaurant, gas, lodging (motels and rooms). Reservations recommended.

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Brook char fishing. Deer, moose, bear and small game hunting. Water feature: lake. Services: boat rental, guide and permit on site. Lodging in campground. Summer activities: hiking, beach, cycling path and ATV trail. Rates: $19.50.