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Gaspésie Tour: Mountain hiking
Dreaming of exploring the mountains of Gaspésie? Here’s a suggested 7-day itinerary focused on hiking and discovering the region’s peaks. Lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails!
Day 1 – Arrival in Gaspésie and Overnight Stay at Gîte du Mont-Albert
Starting point: Parc national de la Gaspésie
Begin your getaway at the Mont-Joli Tourist Information Office to gather all the information you need for your trip. Then head to Parc national de la Gaspésie, where you’ll spend the night at the Gîte du Mont-Albert. Staying here gives you quick access to the Chic-Chocs trails bright and early the next morning. Before setting off, be sure to pack clothing and gear suited to Gaspésie’s ever-changing weather.
Activities to enjoy along the way: Reford Gardens, Exploramer, Discovery Centre at Parc national de la Gaspésie
Local treat to savour: Enjoy a pint of beer from Le Malbord at the pub of this microbrewery in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts.
Logistical details
Route and transportation: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from Mont-Joli to the park.
Accommodations: Stay at the Gîte du Mont-Albert, either in a hotel room or in one of the cottages.
More lodging and activities options in La Haute-Gaspésie.
Day 2 – Hiking in Parc national de la Gaspésie
Starting point: Gîte du Mont-Albert
Discover the Chic-Chocs by hiking either Mount Albert or Mount Jacques-Cartier, two of the 25 peaks rising above 1,000 metres in park. Since temperatures can vary considerably at higher elevations, make sure you have appropriate footwear and clothing and are prepared to dress in layers.
Other peak options: Mount Xalibu, Mount Richardson, Mount Olivine, Mount Ernest-Laforce, Mount Joseph-Fortin, Pic du Brûlé, Pic de l’Aube
Local treat to savour: At the Gîte, enjoy a menu showcasing local ingredients at Le Serpentine Restaurant, or unwind with a glass of wine or a beer at La Cuve Bistro-Bar.
Logistical details
Accommodations: Second overnight stay at the Gîte du Mont-Albert.
Day 3 – Hiking in Mont-Saint-Pierre
Starting point: Parc national de la Gaspésie
Visit the Station de montagne sur mer de Mont-Saint-Pierre , which offers activities accessible in all weather conditions. Head to the ticket office in the village square to begin your visit, where you can enjoy interactive displays and an immersive scale model. Inside the former church, the Bell Tower Hall presents À vol d’oiseau, a sensory cinema experience simulating free flight.
Next, take the Delta hiking trail leading to the summit of Mont Saint-Pierre, at 430 metres above sea level. At the top, in addition to the spectacular viewpoint, you’ll find the Observatory featuring Odyssée, the hidden side of Mont Saint-Pierre, an immersive experience about the geological history of the glacial valley.
Extend your visit by walking across the suspended footbridge and exploring the interpretive trail dedicated to the mysterious “flying rocks.” For more hiking, the Lynx trail offers remarkable views of Mont François-Bernèche.
Local treat to savour: All smoked products from Atkins et frères - Économusée du charcutier de la mer
Logistical details
Route and transportation: Approximately 60 minutes from Gîte du Mont-Albert.
Accommodations: Overnight stay at L’Amarré, where you can enjoy a good breakfast the next morning. Take the opportunity to stock up on local products for your upcoming hikes.
More lodging and activities options in La Haute-Gaspésie.
Day 4 – Hiking in Forillon National Park
Starting point: Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis
Among the must-do hikes in Forillon National Park, you’ll find Mount Saint-Alban and the Les Graves trail, which leads to Cap Gaspé Lighthouse and the iconic “End of the World” lookout. For a longer outing, choose the Les Crêtes or Les Lacs trails.
Places to visit along the way: Pointe-à-la-Renommée Historic Site, Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse Maritime Historic Site, Forillon National Park Interpretation Centre
Local treat to savour: The gins from O'Dwyer Distillerie Gaspésienne
Logistical details
Travel time and transportation: Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from L’Amarré to the northern sector of Forillon National Park.
Accommodation: Stay in an oTENTik ready-to-camp unit, the L’Ôasis, or a MicrOcube within Forillon National Park.
More lodging and activities options in La Côte-de-Gaspé.
Day 5 – Hiking and Visit to the Percé UNESCO Global Geopark
Starting point: Forillon National Park
Discover the region’s unique geology at the Percé UNESCO Global Geopark. Explore its hiking trails, the suspended glass platform, and the TEKTONIK multimedia exhibition, a virtual experience that’s especially useful in case of rain.
Other activity suggestions: In the afternoon, explore the town of Percé and visit the interpretation centre of parc national de Île-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé, Villa Frédérick-James, Magasin Général Historique Authentique 1928, or try a treetop adventure course at Folies Boréales
Local treat to savour: The sorbets from Les Glaces de l’Anse
Logistical details
Route and transportation: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Forillon National Park.
Accommodations: Dômes Rocher-Percé au Domaine Renard or in a bubble accommodation at Folies Boréales.
More lodging and activities options in Le Rocher-Percé.
Day 6 – Hiking at Mont-Saint-Joseph Regional Park
Starting point: Percé
Experience a unique mountain adventure at Parc régional du Mont-Saint-Joseph through a variety of outdoor activities. The lookout, perched at 555 metres above sea level, offers breathtaking views over the Baie des Chaleurs. You can also explore 35 km of mountain biking trails or hike along 30 km of trails stretching between Carleton-sur-Mer and Maria.
Other activity options: Discover fossils at Parc national de Miguasha, take on the escape room challenge at Lillojeux
Local treat to savour: Enjoy local beers and regional products at Pub St-Joseph Carleton
Logistical details
Route and transportation: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from Percé.
Accommodations: Stay in a geodome or a chalet at Mont-Saint-Joseph Regional Park.
More lodging and activities options in La Baie-des-Chaleurs.
Day 7 – Hiking at Parc régional du Lac-Matapédia
Starting point: Carleton-sur-Mer
Wrap up your hiking itinerary in Gaspésie at the Parc régional du Lac-Matapédia. The park offers eight hiking trails ranging from 1.5 to 6.9 km, with varying difficulty levels and elevation gains, making it a great final day in nature.
Places to visit along the way: Route des Belvédères, Site patrimonial de pêche Matamajaw, Chute à Philomène
Local treat to savour: Fresh seafood at La Fille du Pêcheur
Logistical details
Route and transportation: Approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes from Carleton-sur-Mer for your return to Mont-Joli.
More activities options in La Matapédia.
*Please note that this itinerary is intended for information purposes only; it is not a package. It proposes a tour of the Gaspé Peninsula starting on the south side (and going counterclockwise around the region). This itinerary is meant to inspire you and may be modified as you wish.
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