Matane Observation centre for the salmon run, Mathieu-D'Amours Dam
260, avenue Saint-Jérôme
Matane, Québec G4W 3P6
Phone: 418 562-7006
Fax: 418 562-7560
Services
Experience the odyssey of the Atlantic salmon migration in a friendly environment and discover the fascinating characteristics of the Atlantic salmon with the help of passionate guide-interpreters. The observation post (or fish-pass) has three glass areas. There is a photo and object exhibit that explains the history of the Matane River and its dams, from 1865 to today.
The Matane River is accessible from downtown, 101 kilometre long and offers 79 pools for salmon fishing. At the fish-pass, fishing reception post (purchase of permits and rights of access, equipment rental, fishing techniques course).
- Schedule: June 15 to September 3, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and September 4to 30 according to a varied schedule.
- Free for children under 12 years old.
