Atving in Gaspésie
Discover ATV Trails in Gaspésie
In summer and fall, hop on your ATV or side-by-side and explore all that Gaspésie has to offer. The region boasts nearly 2,600 km of marked trails, including the TQ-10, which circles the peninsula over approximately 1,500 km—a journey typically planned over seven days. The Gaspésie loop crosses the Chic-Chocs and offers unique views of the St. Lawrence River and Percé Rock. Numerous shorter circuits are also available.
The La Matapédia region, a true ATV hotspot in Gaspésie, is renowned for its many loop trails. It offers more than 700 km of high-quality marked routes, featuring attractions like observation towers and suspended viewpoints. The area also hosts the annual Festival Quad Matapédien.
Along the way, welcoming accommodations and excellent dining options await. Note that no ATV trails are open in Gaspésie during the winter.
Important Information
A membership card or pass is required to ride on the trails. Check with the Fédération québécoise des clubs quads
Trail closures [In French only] may occur in the fall due to hunting seasons in the ZECs and wildlife reserves.
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Preparing for Your ATV or Side-by-Side Excursion
Discover Gaspésie’s Must-See ATV Trails
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Quad in La MatapediaCredit: CHOK ImagesGaspésie Tour
The Trans-Québec Trail allows you to circle the peninsula by ATV, a journey of at least one week. The route alternates between sea and mountains, forests, lakes, and rivers, with villages offering services and accommodations. No guided services are available in the region—the circuit is experienced independently, at your own pace.
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Quad in La MatapediaCredit: Club VTT de La MatapédiaLa Matapédia
The La Matapédia ATV Club has carefully marked its trail network and developed an app to help discover points of interest. Along the trails, you’ll find four observation towers, boardwalks, and viewpoints, including the one at Philomène Falls. La Matapédia offers over 700 km of trails and forest roads, allowing for one-day loops.
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Credit: Zone Blanche PhotoATV Festival
At the end of August, join hundreds of enthusiasts for this ATV festival in La Matapédia, a region renowned for its trails. Over 20 editions have brought riders together for guided outings, friendly dinners, and lively evening events—all in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
Interactive ATV Map
Check out the Fédération québécoise des clubs quads’ interactive map to plan your route.
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Motorcycling
Touring Gaspésie by motorcycle, from the coast to the mountains.
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Snowmobiling
Over 3,000 km of snowy trails linking mountains, sea, and villages.
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Fish and Seafood
Local cuisine rooted in the sea and everyday life.
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Microbreweries and Distilleries
Beers and spirits to savor the region year-round.
Please note that these texts have been translated by AI.