ATVing in Gaspésie

Discover ATV Trails in Gaspésie

In the summer or fall, hop on your ATV or side-by-side and discover all that Gaspésie has to offer. The region boasts nearly 2600 km of marked ATV trails, including the Trans-Québec trail, which loops around the Gaspé Peninsula over a distance of about 1500 km, a journey that typically takes a week to complete. This loop around Gaspésie will also take you through the Chic-Choc Mountains and offers unique views of the St. Lawrence and Percé Rock. Many shorter rides are also possible.

La Matapédia, which is probably the most popular ATV destination in Gaspésie, offers a multitude of loop ride options. This sector boasts over 700 km of high-quality marked trails that feature many points of interest, such as observation towers and suspended lookouts. The local ATV club also hosts an annual quad festival.

Throughout the region, you will find welcoming accommodation establishments and excellent restaurants. Note that ATV trails are not open in Gaspésie in the winter.

Important Information

A trail pass is required to ride on ATV trails in Québec. Visit the Québec Quad Federation (FQCQ) website for more information.
Note that some trails may be closed in the fall during hunting season in ZECs and wildlife reserves.

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Quad in La Matapedia

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Gaspésie Tour

The Trans-Québec trail loops around the entire Gaspé Peninsula, a journey that will take you at least a week on your ATV. The route alternates between sea and mountains, forests, lakes and rivers, with villages along the way offering services and accommodations. No guided services are available in the region. Enjoy discovering the trails on your own, at your own pace.
Quad in La Matapedia

Credit: Club VTT de La Matapédia

La Matapédia

The La Matapédia ATV club has carefully marked the trails in its network as well as developed an app to help riders discover points of interest. Along the trails, you will find four observation towers as well as boardwalks and lookouts, including one at the Chute à Philomène waterfall. This sector boasts over 700 km of trails and forest roads, offering many opportunities for one-day loops.
Festival Quad Matapédien Amqui Event

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Quad Festival

In late August, join hundreds of ATV enthusiasts at the Festival Quad Matapédien. Held annually for over 20 years in the La Matapédia sector, this festival brings quad riders together for guided outings, friendly dinners and lively evening events, in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.