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3 WHALE WATCHING CRUISES TADOUSSAC BAIE-STE-CATHERINE BOAT Set sail and admire the giants of the sea in the heart of the Marine Park! from $ Up to 9 departures daily ZODIAC Experience an extraordinary adventure that promises amusement and thrills! YOU SHOULD ALSO TRY OUR SAGUENAY FJORD DISCOVERY CRUISE croisieresaml.com Prix et horaires sujets à changements sans préavis. Prix par personne plus taxes. Photos : Catherine Dubé, Pascal Duschesne. Price per person + taxes. Prices and schedules subject to change without notice. Photos: Catherine Dubé, Philippe Moussette, Pascal Duchesne.

4 LIVE THE PARKS CANADA EXPERIENCE Free admission for youth 17 and under. parkscanada.gc.ca/saguenay Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre Cap de Bon-Désir Interpretation and Observation Centre Marine Environment Discovery Centre

5 contents 4 Travel Tools discover the region C-3 Map 6 Can t-miss Experiences 10 Profile of the Region 12 Whale Route top things to do 96 Events 103 Culture & Heritage 110 Nature & Outdoor Activities 153 Winter Fun accommodation and places to eat 160 Regional Flavours 166 Places to Eat 178 Accommodation useful information 216 General Information 226 Travelling in Québec 227 Symbols Used in this Guide 229 Index Photos credits: QM - M. Loiselle, É. Marchand, N. Bulatova, M. Lessard, Hôtel Tadoussac.

6 TRAVEL TOOLS Web resources to help you plan your trip Tourisme Côte-Nord provides a number of web resources for visitors who want to plan their trip to the area tourismecote-nord.com info@cotenordqc.com Download the pdf version of this guide as well as the guides to other regions. Printed versions of the various guides can be obtained in the regions official visitor information offices (see list on pages 218 and 219). Follow the Share your experiences in the area using the hashtag #cotenordqc. /tourismecotenord /cotenordquebec

7 discover the region C-3 Map 6 Can t-miss Experiences 10 Profile of the Region 12 Whale Route 14 Around Tadoussac Tadoussac, Sacré-Cœur, Les Bergeronnes, Essipit, Les Escoumins 27 Around Forestville Longue-Rive, Portneuf-sur-Mer, Forestville, Colombier 32 Around Baie-Comeau Pessamit, Ragueneau, Chute-aux-Outardes, Pointe-aux-Outardes, Pointe-Lebel, Baie-Comeau, Franquelin, Godbout, Baie-Trinité 50 Around Fermont and Route 389 Route 389, Fermont, Schefferville, Kawawachikamach and Matimekush-Lac-John 58 Around Port-Cartier Pointe-aux-Anglais, Rivière-Pentecôte, Port-Cartier 64 Around Sept-Îles Gallix, Clarke, Sept-Îles, Moisie 74 Around L Île-d Anticosti Port-Menier 77 Around Rivière-au-Tonnerre Sheldrake, Rivière-au-Tonnerre, Magpie, Rivière-Saint-Jean 79 Around Havre-Saint-Pierre Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan, Mingan, Havre-Saint-Pierre 86 Around Natashquan Baie-Johan-Beetz, Aguanish and L Île-Michon, Natashquan, Pointe-Parent 89 Around the Basse-Côte-Nord Kegaska, La Romaine, Chevery, Harrington Harbour, Tête-à-la-Baleine, Gros-Mécatina, Saint-Augustin, Bonne-Espérance, Brador, Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Blanc-Sablon Photo credit: É. Marchand.

8 discover the region CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCES: THE ST. LAWRENCE RIVER CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCES THE ST. LAWRENCE 2 1 > Whales Visitors flock to the North Shore because this is THE place in all of Québec to view marine mammals, and this activity is the region s Number One tourist attraction. There are 13 species of whales in the St. Lawrence that can be observed from a cruise ship, sea kayak or from the shore. Large blue whales feed on the plankton and small fish that congregate in the deep, nutrient-rich waters of the Laurentian channel: they are brought in by the tides and trapped by the channel s distinctive underwater topography. This turns the area into a feeding ground for these giants of the sea, and makes it easy to spot them here. [pp.12,113] 2 > Tadoussac The gateway to the North Shore is a picturesque village, buzzing with things to do and sights to see. Its bay is considered one of the most beautiful in the world and the annual Song Festival (Festival de la Chanson) draws performers and music lovers from near and far. Tadoussac of interesting to history buffs, as it was once a fur trading post for New France. And, nature enthusiasts will enjoy visiting the excellent birdwatching sites and the well-respected Marine Mammal Research Centre. [p.19] 6 tourismecote-nord.com 3 > Mingan Archipelago With its multitude of islands and islets stretching from Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan to Aguanish, this archipelago attracts visitors eager to admire the area s monoliths. These limestone structures, which can be seen up close on guided excursions, are named after their often distinctive sculpted shapes, such as the Madam Niapiskau. The wheeling flocks of seabirds, composed of puffins, terns and razorbills, make for a truly majestic site. [p. 83] 4 > Sept-Îles Archipelago The group of islands that gave its name to the municipality of Sept-Îles is full of hidden treasures. One of them, Corossol Island, is home to a bird sanctuary that has the highest number of bird species of any sanctuary in eastern Canada; and Grande Basque Island has numerous walking trails and offers a wealth of interesting activities. Why not take a cruise and learn more about the history of the archipelago and its different ecological environments? [p. 72] 5 > Saguenay Fjord The fjord is a U-shaped glacial valley, carved by retreating glaciers. The Saguenay River is fed by fresh water from Saint-Jean Lake and also receives Photos credits: [1,2] M. Loiselle, [3] M. Malherbe, [4] É. Marchand.

9 discover the region CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCES: THE ST. LAWRENCE RIVER salt water from the Atlantic tides coming up the St. Lawrence Estuary. The best places to view the fjord and the breathtaking sunsets are in L Anse-de-Roche, a tiny village in Sacré-Coeur, and along the Pointe de l Islet trail in Tadoussac, a rocky outcrop at the mouth of the fjord. [p. 20, 23] 6 > Ferries The North Shore has many points of entry and sea links, operated by the Québec Ferry Company and several private companies. The most popular ferries are listed on page 220. When you board one of these vessels, it feels like time stands still as spectacular natural vistas pass by before your eyes. [p. 220] 7 > Plages Some North Shore stretch beaches hundreds of miles, providing innumerable spots for relaxing on the white sand, and ample space for water, wind and board sports. Before going into the water, bear in mind that the waters of the St. Lawrence along the North Shore can be no warmer than 4 C. The Beach Trail (Routes des plages) in the Manicouagan Peninsula offers visitors a trail that winds through unspoiled nature and serviced areas, as well as guided and self-guided tours of attractions. [p.124] Photos credits [5,6,7,8] M. Loiselle, [9] Pêcheries Manicouagan. 8 > Lighthouses Whether on shore, at sea or on an island, these imposing structures are imbued with memories of sea life and shipwrecks. Lighthouse aficionados can visit the Pointe-des-Monts lighthouse and parts of the Petite île au Marteau lighthouse station in the Mingan Archipelago. They can listen to the history of the Bergeronnes Cap-de-Bon-Désir lighthouse and visit its outlying structures, including the foghorn building, or get a closer look at the Haut-fond Prince lighthouse near Tadoussac. The light station on tiny Perroquets Island, across the river from Longue- Pointe-de-Mingan, is now an inn where visitors can spend the night. [pp. 25, 47, 82] 9 > Seafood When you think of the North Shore, you immediately think of the wonderful, fresh seafood found here in abundance. While snow crab, lobster, shrimp and scallops remain popular, surfclam and sea urchin can also be delicious choices. Several restaurants in the region serve these delectable treasures, and visitors can also purchase their own at local fish markets. An unusual feature of this region are its fishmonger-restaurants, where you can do both! [pp.160 to 177] tourismecote-nord.com 7

10 discover the region CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCES: THE TRUE NORTH CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCES THE TRUE NORTH 4 1 > Manic-5 Dam About two and a half hours from Baie-Comeau is the Daniel-Johnson dam, also known as Manic-5. Like a modern pyramid, its impressive size (214 m high and 1.3 km long) is a testament to Québec s engineering genius. A guided tour enables visitors to go inside the dam and climb to the top of this massive structure the largest multiple-arch-andbuttress dam in the world! [p. 45] 2 > Natashquan and the end of Route 138 The birthplace of Gilles Vigneault, a legendary Québécois singer-songwriter, is one of Québec s most famous villages. The spectacular landscapes, rocky outcrops known as Les Galets, and lonesome beaches are like a beautiful dream. The Innu are a strong presence here, and their culture is showcased at an annual festival. A bridge (opened in 2013) now connects Natashquan to the village of Kegaska, where Route 138 ends; in Natashquan, you feel as though you are standing at the end of the world. [p. 86] 3 > Route 389 and the Great Northern Loop Route 389 starts in Baie-Comeau and leads to some spectacular scenery! In fact, it is a tourist attraction in its own right. Also known as the Trans-Québec-Labrador Highway and paved as far as the Manic-5 dam, this route is popular with visitors as it takes them to many resorts and hunting and fishing locations. Upon entering Labrador, it becomes Route 500 and then the 510, and ends in Blanc-Sablon. [p. 52] 4 > Hunting and Fishing An absolute paradise for hunters and anglers, the North Shore is teeming with fish and wildlife. Known for its endless forests and bodies of water, this immense region is also a real draw for nature lovers. Its untamed rivers are filled with salmon, and this is one of the few areas where the speckled trout are indigenous. Anticosti Island is renowned for its large population of white-tailed deer. [p. 180] 5 > Locally-produced speciality foods The North Shore boasts an abundance of distinctive local flavours which are showcased in the region s fine dining restaurants. Fish and seafood, game and wild berries cloudberries, blueberries, lingonberries and sea buckthorn berries and traditional Innu foods, such as Labrador tea and bannock, are for sale in some Visitor Information Centres. Why not purchase 8 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits [1] M. Loiselle, [2] Optik 360, [3] Club Hog Côte-Nord, [4] MTOQ-R. Baronet.

11 discover the region CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCES: THE TRUE NORTH some local specialty items and take home some tasty vacation memories? [p. 160] 6 > Looking for traces of the Ice Age Running the entire length of the St. Lawrence, glacial grooves, deltas and fjards take you back in time some 20,000 years. Discover the Baie-Comeau Glacier Garden and its millions of ancient seashells, and see firsthand the ravages of the last Ice Age an unforgettable experience! Along the way, admire the impressive grooves that were scoured into the rock in such place as St. Pancras Cove and Sault Plat River. [p. 44] 7 > Parks and nature Côte-Nord s nature is wild and untamed, with wideopen spaces and rushing rivers and streams. Parks and other hiking areas preserve and showcase this immense, fascinating region. There is the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park, the Saguenay Fjord National Park and the Anticosti National Park, the Port-Cartier Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve, and the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, as well as some sixty hiking trails and visit-worthy parks. During your stay, you can hike, camp, spend a night in unusual accommodation, go birdwatching even take a guided cruise! [pp.113, 124] 8 > The Lower North Shore and the M/V Bella Desgagnés The Lower North Shore can be accessed aboard the M/V Bella Desgagnés, a motorized supply vessel that transports cargo and passengers to this vast and sparsely-populated land. There are only 6,000 inhabitants distributed among its 15 villages, one of which is Harrington Harbour, where La grande séduction (Seducing Dr. Lewis) was filmed. The Lower North Shore is sure to charm the adventurer in you, with its rushing salmon streams and myriad bays, tiny islands and coves. [pp. 89, 221] 9 > L Île-d Anticosti Québec s biggest island is 222 kilometres long and can only be accessed by sea or air. Setting foot on this mysterious land, under the curious gaze of hundreds of deer, is sure to be the start of an unforgettable adventure. Its mysterious past, marked by many legendary shipwrecks, and its great natural beauty the Vauréal Falls and Canyon, caves and other attractions are all preserved intact for future generations to enjoy. [p. 75] Photos credits [5] M. Malherbe, [6] Jardin des glaciers, [7] Optik 360, [8] Voyages Coste, [9] M. Deslongchamps. tourismecote-nord.com 9

12 discover the region PROFILE OF THE REGION PROFILE OF THE REGION Côte-Nord: Nature, Beyond Measure The seemingly boundless area that stretches from Tadoussac to Blanc-Sablon and from Schefferville to L Île-d Anticosti includes 1,300 km of coastline and vast expanses of magnificent landscape. This spectacular region is located in eastern Québec; its gateway, Tadoussac, is some 220 km from Québec City and about 475 km from Montreal. Some 214 million years ago, a meteorite struck the Manicouagan region, creating one of the biggest craters on the planet. Further east, other jewels in the North Shore crown include astounding limestone formations in the Minganie and L Île-d Anticosti regions. North Shore residents have always appreciated their area s riches: the immense boreal forest, fastflowing rivers and abundant natural resources. The Innu and Naskapi Nations are descended from the first people who occupied this territory, whose origins date back nearly 9,000 years. History buffs will be thrilled to learn that the North Shore has over 1,400 archaeological sites. It is also the first Québec region to be described by the famous explorer Jacques Cartier. Today, the North Shore economy is still based on major industries, although it is gradually being diversified. I know that the North Shore offers bread, fire and the simple pleasures of life to thousands of men who are not yet born. This land does not belong to the fighters of today, but to the conquerors of tomorrow. Gabrielle Roy, La Côte de tous les Vents, Le Bulletin des Agriculteurs, October 1941: pp. 7, tourismecote-nord.com [1 Manicouagan crater Along the North Shore, the majesty of the mighty St. Lawrence River and its estuary confront the visitor at every turn. Among its many treasures Photos credits M. Loiselle, [1] Hydro-Québec.

13 discover the region PROFILE OF THE REGION are 13 species of whale, which can easily be seen from shore at various points along Route 138 or from on board one of the many whale-watching cruises. Travelling along the Whale Route, you are sure to fall in love with its many charms. The Manicouagan Regional County Municipality s distinctive qualities were recognized by UNESCO s designation as a World Biosphere Reserve. Covering 54,800 km 2 and encompassing Baie- Comeau, the surrounding villages, and the entire backcountry, where the boreal forest gradually gives way to the taiga, it is one of the largest such reserves in the world. The North Shore has a number of bustling urban centres: Forestville, Baie-Comeau, Port-Cartier, Sept-Îles, Havre-Saint-Pierre and Fermont, to name some of the largest. These cities strike a balance between availability of services and proximity to nature, and their tourism product has something for every taste: museums, parks, churches, interpretation centres, industrial tours and festivals. The Caniapiscau region, where the famous caribou herds live in the trackless taiga, is a favourite destination for seasoned hunters, anglers, canoeists, and snowmobilers. In Minganie, experience the life you hear described in the songs of legendary Québécois singersongwriter, Gilles Vigneault. The Bouleau River is the gateway to this region, where picturesque coves and villages are perched, like jewels in Mother Nature s crown. Year after year, the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve attracts curious visitors, come to admire the immense natural stone sculptures dispersed across some 20 islands. Anticosti Island is a favourite destination for hunters because of the Virginia (or white-tailed) deer that live there. However, the island is also home to fossils, caves, canyons and waterfalls. This is where visitors can grasp the true meaning of the slogan Nature, Beyond Measure. From Port-Menier, the main road that bisects the island leads to outfitting camps and the remarkable flora and fauna that help make this huge island such a magical place. [2] Mingan Archipelago monoliths You re sure to fall in love with the Lower North Shore and its breathtaking panoramas. Because of its large size (over 400 km) and relatively small population (about 6,000 inhabitants), visitors to this sparsely populated region are bound to experience the wonderful sensation of feeling small in such a vast landscape. Suggested reading to learn more about the North Shore: Christopher Frey, On the Road. National Geographic Magazine, Jan./Feb. 2008: canadiangeographic.ca/magazine/jf08/quebec_ north_shore William W. Fitzhugh & Helena H. Sharp. Lawrence Gateway Project Report, pp National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Nov. 2003: mnh.si.edu/arctic/features/gateways/pages/ page5.htm Photo credit: [2] É. Marchand. tourismecote-nord.com 11

14 Whale Route (Route des Baleines) A trip to the North Shore: a larger-than-life experience! Follow the blue signs with the little white whale and discover the secrets of the Whale Route! Blue road signs signal points of interest to tourists and point you to natural attractions that hurried vacationers often miss. Some towns feature little-known access points to the coast, impressive observation sites, or interpretation facilities. So get off the beaten track! You re sure to increase your odds of observing the marine mammals that call our waters home. 12 tourismecote-nord.com

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18 Ferme 5 Étoiles Vacation Center 465, route 172 Nord, Sacré-Coeur, G0T 1Y ferme5etoiles.com 15 minutes drive from Tadoussac! Accommodation Activities Restauration Black Bear Observation Bed & Breakfast Rehabilitation Center 10 minutes drive from Tadoussac! 1895, route 172 Sud, Sacré-Cœur, Québec, G0T 1Y ours-noir.net 16 tourismecote-nord.com

19 CAN T-MISS EXPERIENCE Photo : Robert Baronet Société des musées québécois ON THE ROUTE DES BALEINES IN TADOUSSAC CENTRE D INTERPRÉTATION DES MAMMIFÈRES MARINS (CIMM) T baleinesendirect.org Complete information at page of this guide. tourismecote-nord.com 17

20 Discover Hôtel Tadoussac Our magnificent location offers stunning views of Tadoussac Bay and the St. Lawrence River. hoteltadoussac.com Local smoked salmon & duck Lobster and game Seafood and grill Pizza & pasta Tapas Bistro & terrace Table d hôte Lunch menu Child menu 18 rooms & 1 studio Conditioned air & television Private bathroom Catering Traditional smokehouse Lunch box to go Ready to camp Homemade delicacies LaGalouine.com info@lagalouine.com 251 des Pionniers, TADOUSSAC T tourismecote-nord.com For more information see pages 161,167,192 of this guide TerroirBoreal.com info@terroirboreal.com

21 CÔTE-NORD Around TADOUSSAC See map at the end of this guide. Tadoussac, Sacré-Cœur, Les Bergeronnes, Essipit, Les Escoumins Welcome to the North Shore (la Côte-Nord)! Tadoussac, the gateway to the region, is reached by a free 10-minute ferry ride from Baie-Sainte-Catherine. Located 2½ hours east of Québec City, Tadoussac is an internationally renowned destination recognized as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. The village is the starting point of the Whale Route (Route des baleines Route 138) and also provides access to the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. North from here and south from the Saguenay region the Fjord Route (Route 172) leads to the Village-relais (service centre) of Sacré-Coeur, a service centre for tourists. Just 30 minutes east of Tadoussac, Les Bergeronnes, Les Escoumins (another Village-relais), and the Innu community of Essipit welcome you. Tadoussac and the surrounding area have a charm all their own, what with whale-watching excursions on the St. Lawrence and in the fjord, interpretation centres, a historic church, world-class outfitters, and numerous onshore sites for observing whales and birds. Another ferry runs between Les Escoumins and Trois-Pistoles, on the south shore of the St. Lawrence. There is a theory that the name Tadoussac comes from the Montagnais word totouskak (meaning breasts ), referring to the rounded hills that lie west of the village. Tadoussac population 831 J? P tadoussac.com A member of the Most Beautiful Villages of Québec association, Tadoussac is internationally renowned as a prime whale-watching location. The best way to visit this charming village is to stroll along its network of paths, admiring the scenery and the occasional humpback whale feeding on the surface only a few metres off shore. The surrounding dunes are home to over 80 species of birds and constitute one of the best birdwatching sites in North America. History buffs will get a thrill from the replica of the first New France fur trading post and the oldest wooden chapel in Canada. Tadoussac boasts many large, annual gatherings, such as the Song Festival, painting event (Happening de peinture), the Migratory Bird Festival, and a Gourmet Festival. And there s more: shows, street performers, crafts, beaches, a marina, shopping, sea kayaking, the first beach library in Québec, and a golf course that s over 100 years old! Pointe de l Islet Trail 100 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac 108 rue de la Cale-Sèche Directions: the loop trail starts at the Tadoussac pier or near the La Marée gift shop; feel free to bring along a picnic to eat on the rocks. This point of land is an excellent place to observe many species of underwater life because the seabed rises abruptly near Tadoussac, concentrating the organisms on which they prey and making it a veritable feeding ground for marine mammals. Photos credits [Header] M. Lapointe, BOKEH35, M. Loiselle. tourismecote-nord.com 19

22 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC Tadoussac Bay Club (ext. 229) world-bays.com There are so many ways to explore the charms of Tadoussac Bay, a member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club: stroll along the wooden boardwalk that runs from an historic chapel to the municipal wharf, amble along the beach that stretches from one scenic point of land to another, or admire the scenery while relaxing on one of the many local patios. Be sure to keep an eye on the water at all times, in case a humpback whale should surface! [ 7] From the village centre to the municipal pier, visitors to Tadoussac can surf the web for free thanks to the village s complimentary WiFi. [1] Little Indian Chapel Chauvin Trading Post 3$ z 157 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac or (ext. 229) tadoussac.com Be sure not to miss this replica of the first outpost in New France, built in 1600 by Pierre Chauvin de Tonnetuit as a fur trading establishment. The present-day building, celebrating its 76 th anniversary this year, was built in 1942 by William H. Coverdale (then-owner of the Hotel Tadoussac) to display his collection of Aboriginal artifacts. Through interactive exhibitions, the trading post provides a wealth of information on the fur trade and on the first contact between Europeans and the Innu. Schedule: June to October. In May: open to groups by reservation. [ 3] [2] Dunes Saguenay Fjord National Park (Tadoussac Bay area) 750 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac parcsquebec.com 3J This is the perfect spot to see the dunes, the name given by locals to the nearby rock formations actually marine terraces. Hiking trails lead to lookouts with lovely views of the river, the village and the forest. In September and October, in collaboration with the Tadoussac Bird Observatory (Observatoire d oiseaux de Tadoussac, or OOT), birdwatchers can help band birds and look for raptors (explosnature.ca/oot). [3] Chauvin Trading Post 20 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits [1] Municipalité de Tadoussac, [2] BOKEH35, [3] MTOQ L. Gagnon.

23 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC Marine Mammal 3$ Interpretation Centre CIMM 108 rue de la Cale-Sèche, Tadoussac gremm.org Operated by GREMM, a marine mammal research and education group, this Centre is an authority on all things whale, including the latest news of these impressive creatures. Explore their world through an unusual sensory experience that includes a video and sound montage, games, complete skeletons and exclusive film footage. Specialists, in contact with researchers out at sea, upload new information and photos in real time onto a giant screen. An updated map shows whale pod locations. Your gift shop purchases help support scientific research. Average time: 1 hour. Schedule: May to October. See website for details. [ 4] p.17 [4] Whale skeleton at the CIMM Visit baleinesendirect.org for the latest whalerelated news. Jardin de la Grève Garden $ 108 rue de la Cale-Sèche, Tadoussac gremm.org Located next to the Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre (CIMM), this garden contains 60,000 perennials adapted to the North Shore s marine environment, and features five life-size sculptures of beluga whales. Free activities include a whale song workshop, meetings with CIMM naturalists, and theatre activities. You might even spot belugas and minke whales from the rocks overlooking the Saguenay Fjord. A guide to the garden is on sale at the CIMM gift shop. Schedule: Year-round. [ 5] Little Indian Chapel 5 z Rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac [5] Pebble Garden [6] Prince Shoal Lighthouse This small chapel, the oldest wooden church in North America, was built in The first mass was celebrated here by the Jesuits on June 24, You will find several religious objects from that era on display as well as a new multimedia exhibit on missionary life in New France. Schedule: Mid-June to mid-october. In May and early June: open to groups by reservation; call , ext [ 1] [7] Tadoussac Bay Photos credits [4,6,7] M. Loiselle, [5] L. Gagnon. tourismecote-nord.com 21

24 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC [1] Treetop adventure trail at Domaine des Dunes [2] Tadoussac Bird Observatory [3] A black bear at Lacs à Jimmy Outfitter Camp [4] Tadoussac Hunting & Fishing Club 22 tourismecote-nord.com Domaine des Dunes - Treetop Adventures $ 585 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac Come and try out these thrilling treetop adventure trails, consisting of 23 cedar and rope structures suspended over a wood chip floor that s as soft as living moss. Learn fascinating details about the local wildlife and vegetation from the interpretation panels. Test your balance on the Spider Web, rappelling systems or the many rope bridges, and admire the breathtaking views. Pure pleasure for all ages, from 7 to 77! Schedule: Mid-May to end of October. Closed in the event of rain. [ 1] p.17 J Tadoussac Bird Observatory (OOT) 750 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac or explosnature.ca/oot/ This bird observatory (observatoire d oiseaux, or OOT) does its most important work every fall in the Tadoussac dunes, considered the best place in Québec to observe migrating hawks. Visitors have an opportunity to see these winged travellers up close and watch the banding, done each day from early September to late October. [ 2] Black Bear Observation - $ z Lacs à Jimmy Outfitter Camp 62 route 138, near Tadoussac or vacancesessipit.com You only have to travel 8 km from Tadoussac to see black bears in their natural habitat. While you sit in an observation shelter, your guide will tell you about the behaviour and habits of these strong, smart and cunning creatures. Be sure to dress warmly! Reservations required; show up at the reception desk of Lacs à Jimmy Outfitter Camp. Schedule: mid-june to mid-september. [ 3] C-4 Wildlife Observation & Nature Tours Club chasse et pêche de Tadoussac (Hunting & Fishing Club), 45 Route 138, Sacré-Cœur clubtadoussac.com On a 2.5-hour guided quad tour, you can observe beaver in their natural habitat, including their logging area. You will see wild animal tracks and learn to identify them. In the evening, around a camp fire, on the highest point of club-owned land, listen as your guide imitates a wolf cry. He or she recounts legends of these mysterious and wonderful creatures as the wolves howl in the distance. Thrills guaranteed! Photos credits: [1] Domaine des Dunes, [2] SEPAQ M. Dupuis, [3] J. Tournel, [4] Club chasse et pêche de Tadoussac.

25 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC k Sacré-Cœur population 1,827 municipalite.sacre-coeur.qc.ca Sacré-Cœur, on the Saguenay Fjord, has a wide variety of year-round activities in a stunning natural setting nestled between fjord and forest. Visitors can visit an agritourism farm and an apiary, observe black bears, go cycling, quadding or horseback riding, spend a night in a tree house, go snowmobiling (on Trans-Québec trails 3 and 93), dog-sledding or cross-country skiing, and enjoy tasty sugar-shack treats. The area around charming Sainte-Marguerite Bay offers beluga watching, hiking, and camping. Head to Anse-de-Roche Park for its many stunning views of the Saguenay Fjord and sunsets over the water. Explore the fjord by sea kayak or sailboat, or on a fishing cruise. To reach Anse-de-Roche, take Route 172 north; shortly before you get to Motel Le Coronet, you ll see a large sign with the municipality s coat of arms indicating the road that leads to the park. Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort Õ$ 465 route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com This family farm is home to many animals, including moose and wolves, which visitors can see on guided or self-guided tours. The extensive site overlooking a fjord offers different types of accommodation (rooms with or w/o kitchenette, apartments, on-site cottages or on the shores of the Saguenay Fjord, various unusual accommodation options) and activities (sea kayaking, quadding, horseback riding, dog-sledding, etc.). In the morning, visitors can help care for the animals. Visit our sugar shack and enjoy our new relaxation. Average time: 1 hr. Schedule: Year-round. Guided tours: July 5 to August 25: 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. [ 5] p.16 Domaine de nos ancêtres - $ Black Bear Observation 1895 route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or ours-noir.net Come and observe black bears and other wildlife in their natural environment with an experienced bilingual guide, only 10 km from Tadoussac. Before setting out, visitors watch a video explaining how the team at the Domaine reintroduce adult bears into the wild after rearing them from cubs. Bring insect repellent and appropriate clothing (long sleeves and pants). Average time: 2 hrs. Departure: at the end of the day. Schedule: May 15 to October 25. p.16 Photos credits: [5] Ferme 5 Étoiles M. Loiselle, [6] SEPAQ M. Loiselle. [5] Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort [6] Lookout at the Saguenay Fjord National Park Saguenay Fjord National Park $ J (Baie-Sainte-Marguerite area) 1121 route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or parcsquebec.com This lookout can be reached on foot or by bike (along a 3.2-km gently sloping path) and is an ideal spot for whale watching. The self-guided trail tells the story of the former village of Bay Mill and its sawmill. In the Beluga Discovery Centre, complete with shop and convenience store, visit the permanent exhibition and learn more about this fascinating marine mammal. Serviced and unserviced campsites, ready-to-camp units and shelters. Schedule: Mid-May to mid- October. Admission: see website for details. [ 6] Baie-Sainte-Marguerite $ 1121 route 172 Nord, Sacré-Cœur or Directions: leaving Ferme 5 Étoiles on Route 172 North, look for the sign for the Saguenay Fjord National Park, (in the Baie-Sainte-Marguerite area, on the side across from the Sainte-Marguerite River). This is a great place to spot belugas! tourismecote-nord.com 23

26 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC Herbamiel Honey Farm $ 228 chemin de l Anse-de-Roche, Sacré-Cœur herbamiel.ca Located in Anse-de-Roche, Herbamiel is a family honey farm that makes a wide variety of honey products. Tour the farm to discover how honey is produced and learn about its many health benefits. Also available on site: rest area, honey tastings and a shop selling raw honey, propolis, honey soap, honey lip balm, beeswax candles, and more. Don t miss the Honey Festival on September 15. Guided tours by reservation at 2 p.m. Average time: 1 hr. Schedule: June 1 to October 8. [ 4] [1] Les Bergeronnes Les Bergeronnes? population 700 bergeronnes.net The village of Bergeronnes is famous for whalewatching, sea kayaking, seashore discovery activities, and its campsites along the shores of the St. Lawrence. Visitors to this year-round ecotourism destination can enjoy hiking, cycling, fishing and snowmobiling. An interpretation centre provides fascinating details of the 22 local archeological sites that make the village of Les Bergeronnes one of Québec s top locations for archeology buffs. Hike to the rocky coastline of the Bon-Désir headland, watch for birds and giant marine mammals, and visit the interpretation centre. The village puts on an annual Book Festival, Music Festival (featuring classical music in a century-old wooden church), and the famous Festival de la Baleine bleue (Blue Whale Festival); it also has a year-round tradition of locally-sourced fine dining. Visit the Bergeronnes Visitor Information Centre for more information and ideas. [ 1] Archéo Topo 3$ J z Interpretation Centre 498 rue de la Mer, Les Bergeronnes or archeotopo.com This interpretation centre tells the 9,000-year old story of the North Shore, from the very first Aboriginal people until the growth of its cities, towns and industries. The centre also features a fascinating exhibit on Québec wildlife by a world-renowned taxidermist. Other activities include guided tours, talks and workshops on pottery-making, dreamcatchers, and other crafts. Also on site: a boutique with local arts and crafts, a bookstore specializing in anthropology, and a café with a patio overlooking the river. Schedule: May to mid-october. [ 2] [3] Explos-Nature [2] Archéo Topo Interpretation Centre [4] Herbamiel Explos-Nature $ J 302 rue de la Rivière, Les Bergeronnes or explosnature.ca Explore the wonders of the St. Lawrence with Explos- Nature! All-inclusive 3- or 5-day family camps for the general public, and for children with intellectual or developmental disorders and their families. Enjoy activities led by professional science popularizers: guided land and water excursions, whale watching, observing marine invertebrates, an aquarium visit, a lab activity, workshops and themed events. Customized packages and stays available. Reservations required. Schedule: May to October. Schedule and admission: Contact us, or see website for details. [ 3] 24 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] P. Rambaud, [2] M. Loiselle, [3] Explos-Nature, [4] Herbamiel.

27 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC Cap-de-Bon-Désir 3$ Interpretation and Observation Centre 13 chemin du Cap-de-Bon-Désir, Les Bergeronnes , or parkscanada.gc.ca/saguenay The Bon-Désir headland, with its windswept rocky shore and covered lookout, is a prime spot for watching whales and seals, either on your own or with a guide to tell you about these fascinating creatures. The Centre offers a daily program of interpretive activities, such as 30 Feet into Neptune s World, a look at the creatures that live on the sea floor (see schedule), where children can have fun pretending to be explorers. Picnic area and gift shop. Schedule: June 16 to October Feet into Neptune s World : June 30 to August 18, Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.; arrive 30 minutes beforehand. Get a Discovery Pass; free admission for young people 17 and under. Other fees still apply. [ 5,6] p.2 [5] Whale watching from the Bon-Désir headland Watching marine mammals and sea birds from shore is a fun-filled family activity that is sure to leave a smile on everyone s face! [6] Cap-de-Bon-Désir Interpretation and Lighthouse Les Escoumins?k population 1,937 escoumins.ca Les Escoumins has both historic and natural appeal, with outdoor activities such as salmon fishing and whale-watching cruises. Home to an acclaimed diving site, the village invites you to explore the abundant marine life. Admire local scenery along the Mill Trail, the boardwalk along the Bay, and at the Croix headland. Les Escoumins offers a range of lodging and dining options, including fresh seafood at specialty restaurants, as well as Village-relais services. A ferry service joins Les Escoumins and Trois-Pistoles. [ 7,8] p.14 [7] Les Escoumins [8] Les Escoumins Photos credits: [5,6] M. Loiselle, [7,8] Municipalité de Les Escoumins. tourismecote-nord.com 25

28 discover the region AROUND TADOUSSAC Marine Environment Discovery Centre 3$ 41 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins , or parkscanada.gc.ca/saguenay [1] Marine Environment Discovery Centre Explore an underwater seascape renowned for its beauty. Observe whales from the deck and talk to the guides, or check out the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park exhibit. See marine life on a giant screen during the St. Lawrence Live activity, which lets you watch and communicate with divers as they search for marine animals (admission fee; variable hours from June 30 to August 18). More daily interpretive programs offered. Also on site: a scuba diving centre, equipment rentals and other dive services; picnic area and store nearby. Schedule: June 16 to October 8. Limited seating for the activity. Get a Discovery Pass; free admission for young people 17 and under. Other fees still apply. [ 1,2,3] p.2 [2] Making discoveries! [3] Diving Exploring the sea floor, diving, discovering Innu culture: you ll be surprised at how much you can do within a 2-kilometre radius. [4] Anse-à-Jos cottages Essipit zò (Innu Aboriginal community) population 260 innu-essipit.com The Innu are a First Nations people in eastern Québec whose North Shore roots go back over 9,000 years. The small Innu community of Essipit ( river of shells in the Innu language) is part of the large Algonquin family. The village respects the land and its resources and stresses the value of sharing, as taught to them by their ancestors. Essipit s cozy cottages and condos, and its two campgrounds on the shores of the St. Lawrence, are sure to please. The small community store is filled with traditional crafts and local products that help visitors learn about the local culture and entrepreneurial spirit. Outdoor activities include whale-watching trips, black bear observation, sea kayaking and hunting and fishing at local outfitter camps. For information, stop in at 46 rue de la Réserve, or call Kuei! from Essipit. [ 4,5] C-4 [5] Essipit, Innu Aboriginal community 26 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Parks Canada F. Lussier, [2] D JAZZ, [3] D. Coulombe, [4,5] Entreprises Essipit.

29 PATIO RESTAURANT / FISH SHOP / CATERING SERVICE Drop anchor and savour the sea! Grilled meats and other dishes available. TAKE-OUT MEALS LES ESCOUMINS 152, rue St-Marcellin Ouest (Overlooking the St. Lawrence) fruitsdemeretpoissons.com 5, route 138 Est, Forestville econolodgeforestville.com tourismecote-nord.com 27

30 CÔTE-NORD Around FORESTVILLE See map at the end of this guide. Longue-Rive, Portneuf-sur-Mer, Forestville, Colombier A bit further east, the municipalities of Longue-Rive, Portneuf-sur-Mer, Forestville, and Colombier welcome you. Salt marshes, sandbanks, and one-of-a-kind vegetation provide a rich habitat for wildlife and make the region a bird lovers paradise that is sure to delight new and seasoned birders alike. Take the time to explore the area between Longue-Rive and Colombier. There, you will find pure, natural beauty that hurried vacationers will never see. An accredited Village-relais (service centre), Forestville has a charming historic heritage and a vast backcountry popular with hunters, anglers, and cottage-goers drawn by its numerous fish-laden lakes and outfitting operations. Forestville also boasts numerous winter activities, including the popular Boréal Loppet cross-country ski competition, famous throughout Québec and beyond. Longue-Rive population 1,037? municipalite-longue-rive.com Stop at the visitor information stand, at 331 rue Principale on the St. Lawrence River, for a bit of village history. See the remains of a 19 th -century sawmill and the Sault-au-Mouton Falls. A hiking trail with interpretive panels leads to a suspension bridge over the falls. Take the red rock trail from the village church down to the shore and the salt marshes, home to numerous birds. In August, don t miss Festivent, the local wind festival. Kitesurfers, head east past the interpretation centre, take the Chemin du barrage toward the Baie du Soleil Couchant B&B. Pointe-à- Boisvert beach offers services such as toilets and hot-water showers for club members and kitesurfers. [ 1] In summer, a ferry runs between Forestville and Rimouski. Take the time to explore the area between Longue-Rive and Colombier. There, you will find pure, natural beauty that hurried vacationers never see. [1] Sault au Mouton River 28 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits [Header] Z. Aragon, Ville de Forestville, M. Loiselle, [1] Municipalité de Longue-Rive.

31 discover the region AROUND FORESTVILLE Saltwater Marsh $ Interpretation Centre 741 route 138, Longue-Rive or mun.longue-rive@bellnet.ca The 249-hectare Longue-Rive salt marshes are recognized as one of the best birdwatching sites on the St. Lawrence s north shore. The elevated decks at the interpretation centre are great for observing many different species of birds. Interpretive panels and a short film explore the mysteries of these extensive wetlands. Schedule: End of June to early September. [ 2] [2] Saltwater Marsh Interpretation Centre Portneuf-sur-Mer population 695 portneuf-sur-mer.ca Several roads branch off from Route 138 to this coastal village: a road near the Esso service station leads to Rue Principale, the main street that takes you to the bustling Crabiers du nord fish market. On the right are several charming B&Bs (la Marée, la Maison Fleurie, la Nichée) and a lovely little church. Enjoy our parks and green spaces, our tennis and basketball courts. The village holds a number of special events throughout the year: there s a winter carnival, the Illuminated Village, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and the special Christmas trail. Pointe des Fortin (point of land) $ and Portneuf Sandbar Info: 391 rue Principale, Portneuf-sur-Mer , portneuf-sur-mer.ca Turn east off Route 138 onto chemin de la Marina and head towards the beach campground and Pointe des Fortin beach. Here, capelin roll in springtime and a set of stairs lead to a lookout that s perfect for snapping pictures. For outdoor lovers, there s a bike path as well as hiking, snowshoeing and snowmobile trails. The Marina has a restaurant-bar with views of the St. Lawrence and Portneuf Rivers and a host of fishing boats. The 4.5 km sandbar is a perfect natural hiking trail for birdwatching, and marine mammal observation; it has been designated an Important Bird Area (IBA) by BirdLife International and the World Wildlife Fund classified it a high-value ecosystem. Be sure to check the tide schedule at the Visitor Information Centre before leaving for the sandbank. Schedule: June to October. [ 3] Photos credits [2] Y. Fabe, [3] M. Cyr, [4] Innergex N. Emond. [3] Portneuf-sur-Mer sandbar Canoe Trip down the River Innergex énergie renouvelable Rivière Portneuf, Portneuf-sur-Mer or innergex.com Innergex offers canoe-camping adventures on the Portneuf River, complete with shuttle service and on-site canoe rental (although you may also use your own canoe). Outdoor-lovers can paddle up to 70 km upstream on one of Québec s most beautiful rivers and be amazed by the area s abundant plant and animal life. Come and experience true adventure! Schedule: July 1 to Labour Day. [ 4] [4] Canoe trip down the Portneuf River tourismecote-nord.com 29

32 discover the region AROUND FORESTVILLE [1] On the beach near Baie Verte Forestville population 3,119?kP forestville.ca To get to the shore and a fine sand beach several kilometres long, turn towards 1 st Avenue at the traffic light. Discover the small town that charmed Hollywood and the crew that shot part of the series The Truth About The Harry Quebert Affair here. Baie- Verte boasts a variety of activities, including serviced beaches, swimming, a campground and golf course, sea trout fishing, walking trails, and a ferry ride across the St. Lawrence on the catamaran CNM Évolution. The vast backcountry around Forestville is renowned for its ZEC and outfitter camps that provide visitors with high-quality hunting and fishing experiences. In winter, the area is renowned for its snowmobile and cross-country ski trails. This multi-service Village-relais centre is the perfect stopping point for travellers. [ 1,2] below [2] On the beach near Baie Verte HOLLYWOOD approved beaches! THE BAIE-VERT AREA: Recently the site where parts of the American series The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair Plan your vacation TOURIST OFFICE 223 Route 138 ouest, Forestville forestville.ca/tourisme tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,2,3,4] Ville de Forestville.

33 discover the region AROUND FORESTVILLE La petite Anglicane Museum $ 2 2 e rue, Forestville forestville.ca This museum now features an original exhibit on the construction of the Bersimis 1 and 2 hydroelectric plants north of Forestville. It also tells the story of the workers who built this megaproject and the village of Labrieville, created to house them. In addition, the museum presents a permanent exhibit on local fire rangers as well as various other temporary exhibits. Schedule: May to August. [ 3,4] Colombier population 697 municipalite.colombier.qc.ca Colombier is the easternmost town in the Haute-Côte- Nord (Upper North Shore). One of its primary industries is peat mining but it is also well-known for its beautiful and diverse natural surroundings. Also, genealogy enthusiasts will certainly love the old church cemetery and memorial monument. There are leisure facilities for every interest: skating, volleyball, horseshoes, petanque, mini golf and a children s playground as well as fishing, snowmobiling, quad biking and snowshoeing. Explore the 2-km hiking trail and Anse à Norbert Beach. Nearby, the Hickey Marsh lookout is the perfect spot for birdwatching. Stop by the village to discover the warm welcome of its residents, sweets made at Confiserie Boréale and the fresh vegetables from Serre de Colombier greenhouses. Îlets-Jérémie Chapel $ Route 138 Colombier municipalite.colombier.qc.ca The chapel at Îlets-Jérémie on the shores of the St. Lawrence is a pilgrimage site dedicated to St. Anne. Rebuilt in 1939 and the modelled after Tadoussac s Petite chapelle, it has the original bell tower altar and cross dating back to the late 18 th century. From July 17 to 26, St. Anne pilgrims celebrate the novena. During this period, Abbot Antonio Laflamme and his team of volunteers is on-site to lead the period of prayer. Schedule: mid-june to mid-august. [3] La petite Anglicane Museum [4] La petite Anglicane Museum Serre de Colombier Greenhouses 524 rue Principale, Colombier serrecolombier.wordpress.com Since 2016, this non-profit greenhouse grower has been selling hot-house cucumbers and tomatoes, as well as a medley of other permaculture vegetables. In 2017, it began growing a variety of tasty pickyour-own berries, such as: strawberries, raspberries and two local varieties: honey berries and sea buckthorn berries. For product information and planting schedule, go to our Facebook page, Serre de Colombier. Schedule: mid-june to mid-october. In Colombier, sample some distinctive North Shore berries, and treat yourself to fresh tomatoes and a medley of vegetables. Boréale candy factory $ 569 rue Principale, Colombier or lesdelicesdemichele.com This processing facility produces chocolates, spreads, butters, fondants, and jams made with local berries. From the boutique, you can see the production area and watch the workers. You can also learn about how Les Délices de Michèle chocolates are made. Be sure to pick up some sweet treats made with local fruit such as cloudberries, lingonberries, sea buckthorn berries, blueberries, strawberries, honeyberries, crowberries, and red currants. Schedule: Year-round. tourismecote-nord.com 31

34 CÔTE-NORD Around BAIE-COMEAU See map at the end of this guide. Pessamit, Ragueneau, Chute-aux-Outardes, Pointe-aux-Outardes, Pointe-Lebel, Baie-Comeau, Franquelin, Godbout, Baie-Trinité Some 30 minutes from Forestville, you ll come to the community of Pessamit. Travel on to discover the charms of the Manicouagan Peninsula, a paradise for wind and board sports enthusiasts. Winding through the municipalities of Ragueneau, Chute-aux-Outardes, Pointe-aux- Outardes and Pointe-Lebel, explore a trail that takes you to some of the region s most beautiful beaches. Further east, dynamic Baie-Comeau with its vibrant industrial, historic, and religious heritage and a host of activities welcomes you with open arms. Take a journey back in time at the Glacier Garden and see traces from the last Ice Age. Some 20 minutes past Baie-Comeau, you ll reach the Panoramas area comprising the communities of Franquelin, Godbout and Baie-Trinité, where the scenic vistas and unspoiled surroundings are an invitation to relax and admire nature at its finest. Pessamit population 2,400 pessamit.ca Ragueneau? population 1,371 peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca Gateway to the Manicouagan Peninsula, this village offers numerous excellent lookout points as well as family-friendly activities and services, such as: a boat launch, short-term RV parking, hiking trails, a BMX bike trail, birdwatching, rest areas along the river and camping with an outstanding view of the huge Outardes-2 reservoir. For several kilometres, the shores of the Rivière-aux-Rosiers have been adapted for use by families and sports enthusiasts. From Ragueneau pier, visitors can enjoy a playground, a hiking trail with lookout, an archipelago inhabited by seabirds and harbour seals, not to mention the two impressive, life-size dinosaurs! Whether you prefer urban culture or the peninsula s great outdoors, this is a great place to recharge your batteries. New this year: a charge station for your electric car. [1] Ragueneau s brand new charge station 32 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header] M. Loiselle, Ville de Baie-Comeau, [1] D. Prévéreault.

35 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Rivière-aux-Rosiers Trail $ Information: 595 route 138, Ragueneau peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca Come and experience one of the best-loved trails in the entire region! Its short and long hikes offer challenge and enjoyment for beginners and experts alike, and to solo strollers as well as families. Discover the river s many waterfalls, natural lookouts, and the numerous plant and animal life in the surrounding forest. The parking lot is located under the Hydro- Québec power lines, off Chemin d Auteuil, 4 km from Route 138. Schedule: Year-round. [ 2] Fascine Fishing Weir Trail $ Information: 595 route 138, Ragueneau peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca The magnificent views along this trail allow visitors to experience the tranquility of nature and the ocean s ever-changing rhythms. Beginning at the Ragueneau pier, it extends along the archipelago: an important seabird nesting area where many different species arrive each year. From the lookout point you can observe common eiders, black-crowned night herons, razorbills, double-crested cormorants, great blue herons, and seals in their haul-outs. For your convenience and enjoyment, the site is equipped with shelters, picnic tables, benches, and a children s playground. Schedule: Year-round. Ragueneau Islands Archipelago $ Information: 595 route 138, Ragueneau peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca This small archipelago made up of four islands and a dozen reefs is located at the western edge of the village within view of the pier. Several thousand birds and sea ducks nest on the islands, along with hundreds of harbour seals and grey seals. The pier, which is under the watchful eye of a mother dinosaur and her baby, is a lookout point, a place to relax and an RV stopover. Schedule: Accessible year-round, free short-term RV parking. These islands are filled with an astonishing variety of wildlife. [2] Rivière-aux-Rosiers Trail [3] Dinosaur at the Ragueneau pier Chute-aux-Outardes population 1,577 peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca This village and shopping district offer a wide range of services, including restaurants, a fish market, a pharmacy and a community health centre. Tourist attractions include parks and playgrounds, as well as hiking trails with great views of the Outardes River and a new rustic path that takes visitors by the former Outardes-1 hydroelectric power station. The village was founded during the forestry boom and the construction of the region s first generating station in Today the surrounding boreal forest is inhabited by a great variety of plant and animal life: a treasure trove for nature lovers! Photos credits: [2,3] M. Loiselle. tourismecote-nord.com 33

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37 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Pointe-aux-Outardes population 1,306 pointe-aux-outardes.ca Renowned for its rural lifestyle and history, Pointeaux-Outardes invites you for your next nature getaway. Its peninsula boasts more than 30 km of beaches and sandy flats. Cycling enthusiasts: come and discover the brand new bike path that winds through the countryside to Pointe-Lebel. Other amenities include: kayaking, camping, spa treatments (including a clay bath), an outdoor centre, shopping, local specialty products and many accommodation options. The covered bridge is one of the oldest in Québec and the only one on the North Shore. The Parc Nature Pointe-aux-Outardes, at the end of the point of land, is a must-visit attraction, where you find a wide variety of activities, exceptional natural vistas and unusual accommodation in giant Bird s Nests! Experience and appreciate nature differently: this magical corner of the world will transform your vacation experience. [1] Manicouagan Peninsula beach [2] Beach at Parc Nature de Pointe-aux-Outardes Parc Nature de Pointe-aux-Outardes $ 4, rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com Come to a place where you can practically fly, and wander through a protected and biodiverse natural area that includes nine different ecosystems, including the famous kilometre-long sandy beach. Recharge your batteries as you gaze upon magnificent scenery and reconnect with nature through authentic activities, from meeting an Innu elder to touring the salt marsh by boat. Take a guided tour to learn about indigenous edible berries and medicinal plants, or take your time admiring the birds at the Jardin d oiseaux (Bird Garden). Nighttime is also a source of wonder at the Parc Nature: gaze at the stars with a seasoned astronomer and sleep like a bird in a giant Bird s Nest or in the seaside campground. The Parc Nature provides relaxing accommodation in a typically North-Coast setting. Schedule: June 23 to mid-october. [ 1,2,3] p.34 [3] A rest stop to recharge your batteries [4] Guided out of the Parc Nature Photos credits: [1] M. Loiselle, [2,4] G. Rioux-Savard Photographe, [3] PNPAO. tourismecote-nord.com 35

38 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Innu Cultural Interpretation with Wabush Parc Nature 4 rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com zò$ [1] Innu Cultural Interpretation with Wabush Let Wabush, an elder from the Innu Nation, introduce you to North Shore Aboriginal culture as it used to be practiced and still is today. Experience real reflection and sharing with him while comfortably seated in his tipi. Conversations focus on such time-honoured themes as: traditional activities; hunting, fishing and trapping excursions; cooking, legends and spirituality. Average time: 2 hrs. Schedule: French visits from June 23 to October. Minimum of 8 people for visits in English; reservations required. [ 1] p.34 Salt Marsh Adventure Parc Nature $ 4 rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com [2] Salt Marsh Adventure The more adventurous can get into an inflatable boat along with a biologist to travel up the estuary of the legendary Rivière-aux-Outardes and explore the largest salt marsh on the North Shore, measuring 500 hectares. Once there, help row the boat as you learn about the many species that inhabit this rich and biodiverse area, the size of 1,000 football fields. Activities include collecting plankton, tasting (!) edible aquatic plants and learning details of this fascinating environment. You re sure to be amazed, and take home great vacation stories! Average time: 2.5 hrs, including a 30-minute beach walk. Schedule: June 23 to August. Departure depends on tide conditions and could be cancelled due to high winds; check prior to your visit. Reservations recommended. [ 2] p.34 [3] Beach on the Rivière-aux-Outardes estuary 36 tourismecote-nord.com [4] Stargazing at dusk Tête dans les étoiles $ Stargazing Activity Parc Nature 4 rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com Have you always dreamed of looking up way up? Here where you can practically fly, we make that dream come true. When night comes, the universe and all its stars and planets are waiting for you if you come to one of our stargazing activities. Using a 45-cm telescope and guided by an experienced astronomer, you will make breathtaking discoveries that are sure to change the way you see your place in the world. Average time: 2 hrs. Schedule: July 22 to August 25, 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday Reservations required. Activity may be cancelled due to cloud cover or high humidity. [ 4] p.34 Photos credits: [2,3,4] PNPAO, [1,7,8] G. Rioux-Savard Photographe.

39 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU La faune et la flore Nature Walk Parc Nature 4 rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com Just walking through this 2-km2 area is an adventure that takes visitors on a journey to nine different ecosystems. Trail loops of between 1 and 5 km bring an ever-changing scenery of dunes, beaches and tidal flats, forests of black spruce the famous boreal species, red pine and alder, peat bogs, and the second largest salt marsh of Québec. Visitors can also observe many bird and mammal species, including seals, geese and wild ducks by the thousands, partridge (grouse), hare, groundhogs (marmots), foxes and other mammals. The trails include a number of rest areas where visitors can enjoy their surroundings and learn. [ 4,5,6,7] p.34 [5] Woodpecker [6] Butterfly and blue flag iris Live like a Bird Parc Nature 4 rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com Did you know that the Parc Nature is considered one of the top five birding sites in Québec? During migration season, over 255 species have been observed, so your binoculars are sure to get quite a workout! Take in the enchantment of the Jardin d oiseaux (Bird Garden), where a butterfly conservatory and 300 permaculture plant species are housed in an original setting made from recycled materials. This garden, specifically designed to showcase birds, has a small waterfall that, with the scent of flowers and ubiquitous birdsong, combines to create a sense of peace. Planning to spend the night? Instead of the usual hotel/motel, you can sleep like a bird in a giant Bird s Nest! Open your wings and take advantage of this unusual accommodation option. [ 8] p.34 You ll be blown away! Parc Nature 4 rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes parcnature.com Saltwater thrill-seekers will be in heaven with the area s steady south-westerly winds, 2 km-long beaches and rock-free, 4 km-long sand flats at low tide. Visitors can participate in the annual KiteFest (see p. 99), or come any time. Parc Nature offers amenities such as hoses for rinsing equipment, clotheslines and showers for campers. This is a place where you can practically fly! [ 9] p.34 Photos credit: [5,6,9] PNPAO E. Brotherton. [6] Being pirates! [8] Parc Nature de Pointe-aux-Outardes Jardin d oiseaux (Bird Garden) [9] Doing wind sports at Parc Nature (Nature Park) tourismecote-nord.com 37

40 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Pointe-Lebel >? population 1,972 pointe-lebel.com This vacation spot at the junction of the St. Lawrence and Manicouagan rivers harbours a long sandy point where the tides sculpt immense sandbars. These endless beaches of fine, white sand are a perfect playground for families, and ideal for long, peaceful walks on the beach. A paradise for wind sports and beach enthusiasts, the area also has a lot to offer outdoor lovers, sea kayakers and birdwatchers, with numerous species present. Cycling enthusiasts are sure to enjoy exploring the brand new bike path that winds through lush countryside to Pointe-aux-Outardes. Or, enjoy this natural setting by going for a quiet stroll. Remember to take a container. Wild berries grow in abundance in summer and are ripe for the picking. Pointe-Lebel also has a campground, a bed and breakfast, and several restaurants. Ferme Manicouagan (farm) On rue Granier, drive about 1 km past the Murray and Langlois mobile home parks. Continue 300 m past rue du Parc; farm access is on the right. Continue to the end of the dirt road fermemanicouagan.com The farm is open to the public for pick-your-own honey berries, strawberries, raspberries, corn and a variety of tasty vegetables (season and weather dependent). Get your hands dirty and learn about the health benefits of the honey berry, a local variety. Families, couples and friends can have fun getting lost in the corn field maze. Schedule: seasonal. See Facebook page for details. From beaches to farms, discover Nature s bounty! [1] Pointe-Lebel beach 38 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] J.-Y. Landry.

41 , boul. La Salle, Baie-Comeau (Québec) G4Z 2L5 BAIE-COMEAU QUÉBEC reception@travelodgebaiecomeau.com travelodgebaiecomeau.com Breakfast available 100 recently decorated rooms Coffee makers in room Free local calls Fitness room Free wifi with cogeco fiber technology Free outdoor parking Safe outdoor parking for snowmobiles ECONOMY 202, boul. La Salle, Baie-Comeau hotelcaravelle.ca 5 DIFFERENT ROOM TYPES REGULAR Pool open in July and August INTERMEDIATE SUPERIOR SUITE $ 88 $ 109 $ 119 $ 125 $ tax + tax + tax + tax + tax Indicative prices, subject to change. Your rate will be confirmed at time of booking. tourismecote-nord.com 39

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43 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Baie-Comeau? P population 21,392 ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca Located in the heart of the Manicouagan-Uapishka World Biosphere Reserve, Baie-Comeau is your gateway to spectacular natural splendour in a vast backcountry wilderness. Observe marine mammals in the clear waters offshore and enjoy activities and attractions like cheering on the Drakkar (the local Major Junior Hockey League team), visiting the Glacier Garden and standing, awestuck, in front of the giant power dams along Route 389. Baie-Comeau has long been a magnet for hunters and anglers, and is also a renowned cultural centre and host to an annual painting symposium renowned throughout Québec and Canada. But above all, Baie Comeau is a friendly community that loves to lay out the welcome mat! [ 2 to 5] Sainte-Amélie Church 3$ 36 avenue Marquette, Baie-Comeau eglisesainteamelie.ca Sainte-Amélie Church is a striking North Shore landmark known for the quality and beauty of its architecture. Located in the heart of Baie-Comeau s heritage district, the church is decorated with frescoes and 3D stained-glass windows created by Florentine artist Guido Nincheri. Learn about the history of this remarkable church, its hidden treasures, and the story of the master artist through three multimedia presentations. Watch the online video for a glimpse of what s in store for you. Guides available onsite. Length of multimedia presentation: 30 minutes. Schedule: guided tours from June to September. Year-round, by reservation. [ 1] p.38 [2] Cruise ship anchored in the bay [3] Parc des Pionniers is a great place to meet [4] The best motorcycle roads [1] Sainte-Amélie Church Photos credits: [1,3,4] M. Loiselle, [2] Baie-Comeau Cruises, [5] R. Méthot. [5] Baie-Comeau Yacht Club tourismecote-nord.com 41

44 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU [1] St-Pancrace Microbrewery [2] Brewing demonstration Côte-Nord Historical Society - Exhibit 2 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau shcote-nord.org On your next visit to Baie-Comeau, stop in at the local Historical Society. Learn about North Shore heritage by delving into local history and genealogy, or visit the travelling exhibition from the Canadian Museum of History entitled Lace Up! Canada s Passion for Skating, from June 17 to September 8. For details, visit the website (in French only) or go to the Facebook page. Schedule: Year-round except for Saturdays and Sundays. Exhibit: Year-round. Average time: 30 minutes. Claude Bonneau Art Gallery 13 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau claudebonneau.com Visit one of Québec s most distinctive galleries, where artist Claude Bonneau s paintings of still lifes, musicians, and elegant dancers are displayed alongside beautiful antique objects. Come and discover the colourful world of this renowned painter. Microbrasserie St-Pancrace (Microbrewery) 3 55 Place La Salle stpancrace.com Stop by and try this brewery s artisanal, north-coast products. Learn all about brewing from mashing to fermentation and their passion for local ingredients. Winner of two awards at the World Beer Awards, St-Pancrace stands out for its innovative and quality products, including a line of North Shore berryflavoured beers. Tour includes a 1-hour tasting. In summer, guided tours take place during opening hours; group visits must be booked outside of these hours. In winter, reservations are required. [ 1,2] Lac Malfait campground, beach and marina 1 chemin de la Base de plein air, Baie-Comeau lacmalfait.com This family-friendly vacation resort has a wide variety of services and activities: serviced and unserviced campsites, many different kinds of water sports, a beach, a boat launch, and a marina. Schedule: Daily from June 15 to September 3. Borale Soap Factory 4 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau borale.ca Learn about the steps involving in making and processing Borale extra-pure soap. The open laboratory allows visitors to appreciate the passion and skill of these craftspeople, who carry on the French soap-making tradition using essential oils sourced from the boreal forest. This all-natural, 100-percent biodegradable, premium quality product is suitable for all skin types. Schedule: Year-round. 42 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credit: [1,2] Microbrasserie St-Pancrace.

45 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU St. Andrew and St. George s Anglican Church 34 avenue Carleton, Baie-Comeau Tucked away on Avenue Carleton, across from Parc des Pionniers, this remarkable Anglican church (built in 1937) was the first church in the Baie-Comeau area. Built in the Tudor style, it has imposing oak trim and lovely stained-glass windows. The main window, created by Clara Fargo Thomas, depicts local forest animals. Average time: 30 minutes. Schedule: June 28 to August 11. Guided tours: Weekdays starting at 9:30 a.m. Maison de la Faune Nature Centre $ 3501 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau Visit our exhibit of local stuffed animals and our vivarium: a reconstructed brook trout spawning bed. Learn about local wildlife and related human activities at an interactive exhibit. Take the 45-minute guided tour, then stop at the gift shop and browse crafts made by local artisans. Nearby walking and cycling paths lead to the Baie-Comeau cycling trail along the Manicouagan River. Schedule: June 12 to September 1. Salle d exposition L Alternative (exhibition space) 27 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca/culture In partnership with the Virée de la culture, a local cultural organization, this professional exhibition space hosts several travelling exhibitions each year, put together by both local and Québec professional artists. It prides itself on its high-quality facilities, a way of helping an emerging generation of artists practice art professionally and become recognized in their field. The space features contemporary art as a means of promoting reflection and discussion. [3] Pointe-Saint-Gilles woodlands Pointe-Saint-Gilles Coastal Woodlands Access via rue Laval, Baie-Comeau boisestgilles.ca This 175-hectare woodland includes urban, forest, marine, and lake ecosystems harbouring a diverse array of wildlife, including harbour seals and Barrow s goldeneyes. Its network of 15 hiking trails covers 11 km that are dotted with century-old trees, rest areas, wood sculptures, interpretation panels, and boardwalks. The pond, rose garden, and three rest areas offer the best views. Located alongside the St. Lawrence, this woodland provides access to Champlain Beach via the Poplar and Cliff trails. Schedule: Year-round. [ 3] The history of Canadian painting Pavillon Mance, 41 avenue Mance, Baie-Comeau legrandrappel.org You are invited to a one-of-a-kind, permanent exhibition: L Art est un Miroir is a collection of 80 paintings by Jérémie Giles that were inspired by men and women from the past who have influenced the history of Canadian painting. Each painting is accompanied by a bilingual biography of the subject. Show Bizzzzz Cabaret Show 31 avenue Le Gardeur, Baie-Comeau chaudbiz.ca $ J Chaud Bizzzzz (to give the venue its true French name) presents its July cabaret, a lively musical journey from the 1930s to today. Artists perform a wide repertoire of music, as well as song and dance routines, with 12 artists on stage, flamboyant costumes and sets. Suitable for the whole family; dinner-cabaret package available. To purchase tickets, visit our website or call Photo credit: [3] R. Héroux. tourismecote-nord.com 43

46 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU [1] The Glacier Garden Multimedia Experience 3 $ J Glacier Garden - Multimedia Experience 3 avenue Denonville, Baie-Comeau lejardindesglaciers.com The Glacier Garden, located on the St. Lawrence River in the heart of the Manicouagan-Uapishka World Biosphere Reserve, promises a spectacular encounter with the last ice age and climate change. The Boreal Adventure 20,000 Years under the Ice multimedia show at the Glacier Exploration Station is a multisensory virtual immersion in the glacier experience. It s like stepping onto the 4-km thick Laurentian Ice Sheet: glacial chills and thrills guaranteed! To complete your experience, check out the photo exhibit in the alcove hall, and the Glaciers and Men exhibit from Chamonix-Mont Blanc, France. Schedule and admission: Check the website. Reservations recommended. [ 1,2] With the Glacier Garden s Bring your Guest promotion, any resident of Baie-Comeau who brings along a visitor from outside the area will receive a discount. Check it out! [2] The Glacier Garden Multimedia Experience Your only chance to see the scars left by retreating glaciers over 15,000 years ago - marks that are older than the great pyramids of Egypt! [3] Nature Experience Seashell Valley Glacier Garden $ Nature Experience Seashell Valley 3 avenue Denonville, Baie-Comeau lejardindesglaciers.com Discover a natural amphitheatre in the middle of the boreal forest, made from millions of seashells that have accumulated for millennia. The site takes you back over 10,000 years, to when the entire region lay submerged beneath a post-glacial sea. Visitors are invited to excavate and identify this remarkably pure and unusual geological site. Schedule: June 14 to August 24; 4 departures per day between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Reservations recommended. See website for rates and information. [ 3,4] [4] Nature Experience Seashell Valley 44 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,3] ACSL M. Dupuis, [2] JDG, [4] Croisières Baie-Comeau.

47 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Jean-Lesage Generating Station 3$ (Manic-2) Route 389, km hydroquebec.com/visit Located 20 minutes from Baie-Comeau, the Manic-2 facility consists of a large hollow gravity dam linked to a powerful generating station. The Georges-Dor reception building, named after the singer-songwriter who made the La Manic song famous, welcomes you with a life-size replica of a turbine, an exhibit hall and a multimedia room. Inside the facility, feel the immense power of the turbine generator unit, as its 400-ton rotor turns at 120 RPM. Inside the dam, see a hollow chamber the size of a Boeing 747. Learn about the visitors rules before you arrive. Tours in English are available for groups of 10 or more. Reservations required. Average time: 1 hr. 30 min. Schedule: June 24 to August 31. Guided tours at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., and at 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. From May 1 to June 23: reservations required, and only for groups of 15 people or more. [ 7] p.232 [5] Manic-5 The enormous hydroelectric dams are a testament to Québec s engineering genius. A must-visit destination. [6] Manic-5 s impressive size Daniel-Johnson Dam (Manic-5) Route 389, km hydroquebec.com/visit 3J$P Just 2½ hours from Baie-Comeau is the world s highest multiple-arch buttress dam, with a unique design that is a testament to Québec s engineering genius. Enjoy the awe-inspiring views from the foot of the dam and from the crest, then step inside to view the permanent exhibit on its fascinating history. Discover (or rediscover) the 60s, when construction of the Manic-5 facility was at its height. Reservations required for groups of 10 or more. Average time: 2 hours. Schedule: June 24 to August 31. Guided tours at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., and at 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. From May 1 to June 23: reservations required, and only for groups of 15 people or more. [ 5,6] p.232 [7] Manic-2 Photos credit: [5,6,7] Hydro-Québec. tourismecote-nord.com 45

48 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Franquelin (Panoramas area) population 311 municipalitefranquelin.ca This former lumber town was named in honour of Jean-Baptiste-Louis Franquelin, hydrographer to Louis XIV. Surrounded by mountains, forests and the river, this picturesque town s main attraction is the reconstruction of an authentic lumber town. On-site services include accommodation, a restaurant, convenience store and boat trip. Pointe-à-la-Croix, located 4.6 km past the bridge or 500 metres after kilometre marker 806, is a prime whale-watching location. Cross the bridge over the Franquelin River and follow a path down to the beach. Several hiking trails provide access to lovely natural scenery and panoramic views, such as the path of the Cross (sentier de la Croix), the Builders path (sentier des Bâtisseurs) and the path leading to the hydroelectric power station (sentier de la Centrale). [ 1] [1] Franquelin Franquelin Regional Logging $ Interpretation Centre (old-fashioned lumber town) 16 rue des Érables, Franquelin villageforestierdantan.com This interpretation centre showcases the history of the logging industry in the North Shore from the 1920s to the 1960s. Take a guided tour and discover typical buildings and period objects evoking the conditions and ways of life of the times. If you happen to visit Franquelin on a Sunday, be sure to stop at the cookery, where you can enjoy a hearty, old-fashioned meal or a traditional lumberjack Sunday brunch. Average time: 1 hour. Schedule: June 24 to September 3. Group rates available. Reservations required. Schedule and admission: See website for details. [ 4] Godbout (Panoramas area)? population 282 mungodbout.ca Located on the shores of a beautiful bay, Godbout boasts lovely beaches, a fishing wharf with boat launch, numerous viewpoints, a museum and a river, complete with salmon ladder. The bay is recognized as one of the 12 best onshore sites in the region for watching the whales, seals, and seabirds that feed just offshore. The multi-purpose park on the town s western edge is a relaxing place for people of all ages, and is especially popular with kitesurfers. A ferry service links Godbout and Matane. Visitors can take advantage of different types of accommodation as well as souvenir shops, camp sites and restaurants. Salmon fishing is now permitted on the Godbout River. For more information, visit the Visitor Information Centre located in the centre of town, at 144 rue Pascal-Comeau. [ 2] p.49 L Artisane du Village (craft store) 166 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout , lartisaneduvillage.com This Aboriginal handicraft store sells moccasins, dream catchers, jewellery, clothing, furs, local products and souvenirs. The on-site Thépi Bec Sucré B&B has two native themed rooms (breakfast included): L amérindienne and La cache du trappeur, and a tipi, all with BBQ privileges, so you can prepare a meal of locally-caught fish or seafood to share with family and friends. [2] Godbout 46 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Municipalité de Franquelin, [2] BOKEH35,.

49 discover the region AROUND BAIE-COMEAU Aboriginal and Inuit Museum 134 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout zñ This museum showcases Aboriginal and Inuit works of art from its own collection. Here in this historic building the former village post office you can see an old-fashioned bread oven and, if you re lucky, sample delicious home-baked bread fresh from the oven! Get inspired by watching potters and painters at work in their studios. Admission by voluntary donation. Schedule: June 20 to September 30.[ 3] From Franquelin to Baie-Trinité, you will be charmed by the coastal scenery and friendly people. [3] Aboriginal and Inuit Museum Baie-Trinité (Panoramas area) population 457 baietrinite.info Retrace the saga of the St. Lawrence lighthouse keepers at the Pointe-des-Monts Lighthouse. Relive some of Québec s great maritime tragedies at the Shipwreck Interpretation Centre. Beaches and other access points along the St. Lawrence allow you to observe whales and discover shipwreck sites. ZEC Trinité offers great Atlantic salmon and sea trout fishing as well as hunting opportunities. The restaurants in the village will satisfy all tastes, while hotel, B&B, cottage, or campground accommodations offer visitors a well-deserved rest after a full day of activities. [4] Entertainment in Franquelin s old-fashioned lumber town Pointe-des-Monts Lighthouse z$ 1830 chemin du Vieux-Phare, Baie-Trinité , pharedepointedesmonts.com An 11.5-km road off Route 138 leads to the Pointedes-Monts lighthouse. This seven-storey historic monument and heritage museum focuses on various maritime themes (navigation, shipwrecks, the former lighthouse keepers), which are explained by an audioguide. Complementing the exhibit is a short film on the lives of the lighthouse keepers. From the balcony at the top of this 30-metre building, enjoy a view of the St. Lawrence and possibly whales. The former lighthouse keeper s house is now a charming B&B. Schedule: Mid-June to Labour Day. [ 5,6] p.49 Photos credits: [3] Musée Amérindien et inuit, [4,5] M. Loiselle, [6] Train d Enfer. [5] Pointe-des-Monts Lighthouse [6] Lighthouse visit includes an audioguide tourismecote-nord.com 47

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54 CÔTE-NORD Around FERMONT AND ROUTE 389 See map at the end of this guide., Route 389, Fermont, Schefferville, Kawawachikamach and Matimekush-Lac-John To reach the town of Fermont north of the 52 nd parallel, follow Route 389 from Baie-Comeau. Along the way, be sure to take in some of Québec s greatest achievements in hydroelectric engineering at Manic-2 and Manic-5, the largest multiple-arch and buttress dam in the world. The mining town of Fermont is renowned for its impressive 1.3 km windbreak wall and is a very popular destination with hunters, anglers, hikers, and snowmobilers. Still further north, where the boreal forest meets the tundra, the town of Schefferville and the aboriginal communities of Matimekush-Lac- John (Innu) and Kawawachikamach (Naskapi) await. Fishing, adventure tourism, and aboriginal culture are the main attractions in this area, located over 12 hours away by train from Sept-Îles in the heart of the mineral-rich Labrador Trough. [1] Groulx Mountains, Manicouagan reservoir The Great Northern Loop: Drive through Spectacular Natural Splendour This crescent-shaped trail is a favourite for those who love long road trips through immense stretches of unspoiled wilderness. Starting in Baie-Comeau on Route 389, the drive is 1,700 km long and will take you at least 26 hours. It runs through Fermont, crosses Labrador from west to east on Routes 500 and 510 then continues down to the Lower North Shore. Once there, a scenic detour beckons: a 150-km trip along the Chicoutai* Scenic Route, from Blanc-Sablon to Vieux-Fort and back, to view the majestic waterways of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. (*Chicoutais, or cloudberries, are small, flavourful, amber-coloured berries native to Quebec s North Shore.) Once back at Blanc-Sablon, you and your vehicle could travel by ship back to your starting point of Baie-Comeau. The M/V Bella-Desgagnés brings supplies to the Lower North Shore s coastal villages. From the ship s deck, you can watch some 500 km of scenic coastline glide by in 25 hours; you can even get off at the ports of call and stroll through picturesque fishing villages that are only accessible by sea. All too soon, you ll be arriving in Kegaska, the first place where you can pick up Route 138 for a 650-km, 8-hour drive along the north shore of the St. Lawrence back to Baie-Comeau. The sailor s life is not for you? You can always take the ferry from Blanc-Sablon to Newfoundland. Following this trial is like a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure trip; you can stay on it for a few days, the whole summer or throughout the winter. The trail passes through boreal forest to taiga; it winds in and out of charming towns 52 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header] Hydro-Québec, Les Amis des monts Groulx, [1] M. Jones.

55 discover the region AROUND FERMONT AND ROUTE 389 Great Northern Loop Legend QUÉBEC Free satellite phone rental Paved road Gravel road Seaway Wabush Labrador City Fermont Mont-Wright Fire Lake Manicouagan Crater 19 km 67 km 164 km 101 km Relais Manic- Outardes 35 km 214 km Churchill Falls 245 km Baie-Comeau 289 km Havre-Saint-Pierre Groulx Mountains Relais Gabriel Manic-5 LABRADOR Sept-Îles Happy Valley- Goose Bay 405 km Saint-Augustin La Tabatière Tête-à-la-Baleine Harrington Harbour Chevery La Romaine Kegaska Natashquan 138 km 86 km Blanc-Sablon Vieux-Fort GULF OF ST. LAWRENCE Port Hope Simpson Mary s Harbour Red Bay L Anse-au-Clair St. Barbe NEWFOUNDLAND See Distances tables on page 228. and villages where you can discover the lifestyle and culture of the francophone, anglophone and Aboriginal populations, as well as the Métis and Inuit communities. There are lakes, rivers and mountains where you can hunt and fish, rough it in the wilderness, hike and kayak, and, at the end of the day, camp out under the northern lights. The curious can visit hydroelectric dams and open-pit mines. When winter comes, the North Shore is THE place to snowshoe and ski, or to go snowmobiling and dog sledding. By Road and By Sea Caution is required when driving this trail; while many sections are paved, some are only surfaced with gravel. The steep and narrow roads have tight turns and no shoulder, and become slippery in wet or icy conditions, so all-terrain vehicles and motorbikes are strongly recommended. While some adventurous types have driven this trail in a regular sedan, you are the best judge of your driving skills and your vehicle s capabilities. Whatever your mode of transportation, be sure to plan your trip carefully: pack well and know where to stop for supplies. Route 389 route389.com/en/home Head north to reach the town of Fermont (p. 58) and its windbreak wall. Then cross the Groulx Mountains (p. 57), part of the Manicouagan-Uapishka Biosphere Photo credit: [2] Tourisme TNL. Reserve, and skirt the edge of the Manicouagan Reservoir that lies within an impact crater formed by an ancient meteorite. Hikers will want to explore some of the many hiking trails that branch off from this road. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Manic-2 and Manic-5 hydroelectric dams and facilities (p. 45). Uapishka Station (p. 55). Mont-Wright mining complex (p. 57). Gagnon, a former mining town, dismantled in 1984 (at km 390). [2] Northern Lights are a common sight tourismecote-nord.com 53

56 discover the region AROUND FERMONT AND ROUTE 389 Travelling by Sea Head west to complete the loop, and pick up Route 138 at Kegaska or Natashquan (depending on where you disembark). Routes 500 and 510 or the Trans-Labrador Highway tourismetnl.ca Note: the stretch between Happy Valley-Goose Bay and Red Bay will be paved in To find out about driving conditions in Labrador, visit roads.gov.nl.ca or call (709) LOCAL ATTRACTIONS [1] Pinware River, Labrador At the Gateway Labrador Visitor Information Centre, an exhibition displays artifacts from western Labrador and Labrador, illustrating 3,500 years of fur trade and mining history, and local culture. The world s largest underground hydroelectric power plant in Churchill Falls. To book a tour, call Nalcor Energy at (709) or visit their website nalcorenergy.com/nalcor-operations/ churchill-falls/visit-churchill-falls/. During World War II, the airport at Happy Valley- Goose Bay was used to refuel military aircraft on transatlantic flights. CFB Goose Bay is the largest military air base in northeastern North America and is a low-level flight training facility. Red Bay, which the 16 th -century French settlers called Baie Rouge, was a Basque whaling station. This National Historic Site of Canada was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in The Scheffer Museum in Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon recounts the life of Msgr Scheffer, who was the first apostolic vicar of Schefferville-Labrador from 1946 to (p.94) From Blanc-Sablon to Kegaska (or Natashquan), the M/V Bella-Desgagnés that supplies the Lower North Shore stops at five different coastal villages. Stops last from 45 to 90 minutes, giving you ample time to stroll around: relaisnordik.com. relaisnordik.com There is also a daily ferry service out of Blanc-Sablon to St. Barbe, Newfoundland and Labrador. Route 138 Head west again to return to Baie-Comeau. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Depending on where you are, refer to the relevant sections of the Guide: p.32 to 47; p.60 to 73; p.77 to 88). Part of the loop: the Chicoutai Scenic Route Before you take the boat from Blanc-Sablon, be sure to allow enough time to take the Chicoutai* Route, a scenic, 150-km section of Route 138, that runs along the shores of the Gulf of St. Lawrence to Vieux-Fort and back. It s a unique opportunity to discover the region s scenery and hiking trails, the hospitality of the people who live at the end of the world, and to sample the distinctive local cuisine. From early May to early July, you can watch icebergs drift by in the Strait of Belle Isle. *Chicoutais, or cloudberries, are small, flavourful, ambercoloured berries native to Quebec s North Shore. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS The Aqua Labadie farm specializes in marine farming scallops at their Salmon Bay facility. (p.93) The Middle Bay Interpretation Centre tells the thousands-year-old history of the land and its people. The Bio-Resources Solidarity Co-op in Rivière-Saint- Paul sells a range of locally-made products made from the berries that grow wild on the Lower North Shore. (p.92) The Whiteley Museum in Rivière-Saint-Paul, named in honour of the man who invented the cod trap. (p.93) 54 tourismecote-nord.com

57 discover the region AROUND FERMONT AND ROUTE 389 Remember to gas up at these places: Baie-Comeau, Relais Manic-Outardes, Manic-5, Relais-Gabriel, Fermont, Labrador City, Churchills Falls, Happy Valley-Goose Bay and Port Hope Simpson. Services on the road On Route 389 route389.com Between Baie-Comeau and Fermont, you ll find gas, food and accommodation at kilometre 94 (Relais Manic-Outardes); 214 (Motel de l Énergie); 316 (Relais Gabriel); 336 (Uapishka Station); and 565 (town of Fermont). For more information Relevant sections of the Guide: p.45, 56 and 57; p.89 to 94. For customized packages and individual itineraries, contact Coste (a community-based travel agency) at 1 (877) or voyagescoste.ca. For information on the Trans-Labrador Highway and Labrador: or gatewaylabrador.ca Winter activities: p.153 to 158. There is NO cell phone service; there are 9 emergency phones at regular intervals on the shoulder. In Fermont, only some carriers offer cell phone service. On Routes 500 and 510 or the Trans-Labrador Highway (from Labrador City to Blanc-Sablon) Gateway Labrador, a boutique, visitor information centre and exhibit hall, is 35 km from Fermont. Be sure to stop by to get safety tips for your trip. Driving conditions in Labrador are available at roads.gov.nl.ca or by calling (709) [2] Iceberg You ll find restaurants and accommodation at these places: Wabush, Churchill Falls, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Port Hope Simpson, Cartwright, Mary s Harbour and L Anse-au-Clair. The Great Northern Loop in Winter In winter, the snowy and icy conditions mean Routes 389, 500, 510 are passable, but only for experienced drivers in ATVs and off-road vehicles. The sometimes extreme conditions and low temperatures mean it is vital to plan your trip carefully: pack well and know where to stop for accommodation and supplies. There are many hiking and snowmobile trails branching off from these Routes and in the Groulx Mountains (motoneige-groulx.com). Note that snowmobiling is prohibited above 800 m, and Route 138 is passable for all types of vehicles. Photos credits: [1,2] Tourisme TNL, [3] Voyages Coste. [3] M/V Bella-Desgagnés Station Uapishka J zò $ Route 389, at km stationuapishka.com The Uapishka Research Station is a new initiative co-launched by the Innu Council of Pessamit and the Manicouagan-Uapishka World Biosphere Reserve. Located in a protected bay just off the Manicouagan Reservoir, at the start of the Uapishka (or Groulx) mountain range, the Research Station is surrounded by abundant plant and animal life that is sure to delight adventurous types eager to learn more about the backcountry s distinctive charms. The Station also has multi-use accommodation and welcome facilities. tourismecote-nord.com 55

58 discover the region AROUND FERMONT AND ROUTE 389 [1] Windbreak Wall [5] Groulx Mountain Adventure [2] Lac Daviault beach [3] Night-time Solstice Hike in the Severson Mountains Monts Groulx Aventure $ Route 389, km 211, Manic motelenergie.com When viewed from a self-guided hike in the Groulx Mountains, the alpine scenery and geology of the 51 st parallel are sure to impress. Maps and satellite phones can be rented on-site. Guided mountain hikes and kayak excursions are offered to groups of 8 or more. Reservations recommended. The hiking trailhead is located 90 minutes by car from the point of departure. Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately. Schedule: June to September. [ 5] p.50 Groulx Mountains Route 389, km 335 and km amisdesmontsgroulx.com Trekkers in these alpine valleys are responsible for finding their own way! Three access trails lead into the area from Route 389, cutting through thick spruce forest that gives way to taiga as you climb. From the summits, you can see the Manicouagan crater, a gigantic scar formed some 214 million years ago. The Groulx Mountains (Uapishka, in Innu) include some 30 peaks of over 3,300 feet in altitude. These mountains are a symbol of freedom and purity, a protected piece of northern Québec wilderness that is nevertheless accessible by car. Organized by the Monts-Groulx not-for-profit organization, the Groulx Mountain Cleanup takes place on Labour Day Weekend, from September 4 to 7. This annual gathering of volunteers brings together anyone who cares about maintaining and promoting these mountains. It s a perfect opportunity to explore this beautiful wilderness area. [4] Taiga 200 Carnival Challenge 56 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] G. Dupont, [2] Ville de Fermont, [3] M.-A. Martin, [4] J. Blanchette, [5] Monts Groulx Aventure A. Gauthier.

59 discover the region AROUND FERMONT AND ROUTE 389 Fermont population 2,586 ( villedefermont.qc.ca Fermont is a one-industry town that is wholly dependent on iron mining. The town s main feature is its extraordinary 1.3-km windbreak wall. In summer, brave the chilly waters and swim across Daviault Lake, hike Mont Daviault or join our night-time Solstice Hike in the Severson Mountains. You can also tour the Mont-Wright Mine, one of the largest open-pit mines in North America. Be sure to catch a glimpse of the magnificent northern lights, which are more visible at high latitudes. In March, enjoy the fun activities of the Taiga Carnival and the Taiga Challenge, the biggest dog sled race in Eastern Canada. Stand beside the 200-ton Caterpillar dump truck that stands proudly at the town entrance, and see how you measure up. As you do so, you re sure to notice the pride and vitality of the Fermont community and its residents! [ 1 à 4] p.50 Discover Fermont s extraordinary 1.3-km windbreak wall - actually an apartment complex. The downtown area has many lodging options and a wide range of activities and services. ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. $ Mont-Wright Industrial Complex Fermont Tourism Information Centre 100 rue Le Carrefour transformerlavenir.com Known worldwide for its top-quality products, ArcelorMittal Mining Canada is one of Canada s leading suppliers of iron ore and iron oxide pellets to domestic and international steel markets. Located about 20 km from Fermont, the Mont Wright Mining Complex consists of an open-pit mine, an ore crusher and concentrator facility, large maintenance workshops and an impressive fleet of mining equipment, including the biggest production trucks in eastern Canada. Covering a 26 km2 area, the Mont- Wright mine is the largest open-pit mine in North America. Reservations required at the Fermont Visitor Information Centre. Visitors are asked to abide by the dress code and other requirements. Schedule: Mid-June to mid-august. Photo credit: [6] P. Bouchard. J Windbreak Wall Fermont Tourism Information Centre 100 rue Le Carrefour, Fermont or caniapiscau.net The windbreak wall, the only one of its kind in North America, is a marvel of northern architecture that stretches over 1.3 kilometres, protecting the downtown core from the prevailing north winds. Known simply as The Wall, the structure essentially comprises downtown Fermont. It houses 344 apartment units, community and municipal services, exhibitions, a shopping centre, a school, and healthcare and recreational facilities (an arena and a pool) all linked by a temperature-controlled indoor walkway. [ 1] p.50 Schefferville population 239 < ville-schefferville.ca Schefferville is an example of peaceful coexistence between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples. The approximately 2,000 inhabitants of this isolated, mid-northern region near the 55 th parallel are motivated by a desire to reach out and a willingness to help their neighbours. The culture of the neighbouring First Nations people (Innu in Matimekush-Lac-John, and Naskapi in Kawawachikamach) enrich the visitor experience. On the outskirts of town, an austere landscape dominates the horizon, where mine sites blend with the taiga. Nearby, a vast network of lakes and rivers beckons for fishing and adventure. The town can be accessed by plane from Montréal, Québec City, and Sept-Îles, and by train from Sept-Îles. [ 6] [6] Schefferville tourismecote-nord.com 57

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62 CÔTE-NORD Around PORT-CARTIER Pointe-aux-Anglais, Rivière-Pentecôte, Port-Cartier See map at the end of this guide. Miles of sandy beaches for outdoor activities, or simply breathing the sea air, surround the Pointe-aux-Anglais and Rivière-Pentecôte areas. Dotted among rivers, lakes and forest there are many interesting sites to tempt history and heritage enthusiasts, while anglers, hunters and berry pickers are all happy with their catch at the end of the day. The city of Port-Cartier is well worth a stop, to explore its centre and see the rushing water and falls of the Aux Rochers River. [1] Route 138 is perfect for motorcycle touring [2] Louis-Langlois Museum Port-Cartier (Pointe-aux-Anglais)? population included with Port-Cartier villeport-cartier.com Bordered by an 11 km-long beach of fine sand, the village of Pointe-aux-Anglais owes its name to a shipwreck that occurred in the era of New France. Learn about this fascinating story, and much more, at the Musée Louis-Langlois. Early summer is the perfect time to fish for capelin, those small silver fish that come to spawn on nearby beaches by the thousands. Local points of interest include: the 100-year-old church cemetery behind Saint-Paul-de-la-Pointe-aux- Anglais, and a hiking trail along the beach. There is also a rest area nearby. Ice cream lovers (or anyone wanting to beat the heat) should stop at the village convenience store for a delicious cold treat! Louis-Langlois Museum 3$ 2088 rue Monseigneur-Labrie, Pointe-aux-Anglais or villeport-cartier.com The Louis-Langlois Museum features an exhibit that tells the story of the 1711 shipwreck of a part of Admiral Hovenden Walker s English fleet off Île aux Oeufs. Visitors can admire the exhibit s many artifacts as well as a number of period objects, on display in the 1873 house that evokes the history of the Pointe-aux-Anglais and Rivière-Pentecôte villages. Guided tours available. You will also find a local Visitor Information Centre, picnic grounds, and beach access. Schedule: Mid-June to mid-august. [ 2] 60 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header] Optik 360, J. Bélanger, J. Marcotte, [1] É. Marchand, [2] J. Bélanger.

63 discover the region AROUND PORT-CARTIER Port-Cartier (Rivière-Pentecôte) population included with Port-Cartier villeport-cartier.com This bustling, late 19 th -century logging town is now a peaceful haven, a big-hearted village steeped in a rich history. Mid-way between river and ocean, the entrance to Rivière-Pentecôte offers a breathtaking panorama that is well worth the trip (watch for the sign on Route 138). Fish for sea trout near the river s mouth or stroll along the historic river jetty. Walk up the hill to Saint-Patrice Church and the tiny chapel dedicated to St. Anne (variable hours). Not far away, a series of footpaths lead to a beach of stunning beauty. The surrounding lakes and rivers, fields and forests are sure to thrill anglers, hunters, kayakers, berry pickers and nature lovers alike. Stop in at the Auberge du Nord-Côtier to view the works on display, created by local artists and artisans. If you need some fuel and want to taste some regional specialties, you can pick up a freshly prepared meal from the COOP convenience store. [ 3] Port-Cartier is well worth a stop. Stroll around the village and admire the river, falls, islands and historic sites. [3] Rivière-Pentecôte Port-Cartier population 6,589? villeport-cartier.com At the 50 th parallel, take a break from Route 138 in Port-Cartier s beautiful town centre made up of islands and waterfalls. Breathe in the fresh sea air as you stroll down the boardwalk and along the network of bike paths and walking trails that link the archipelago s islands. Travel back in time at the regional historic interpretation centre, then stop in at the Graffiti Café-theatre, which hosts local and visiting artists. In town, marvel at the famous river and its majestic waterfall in Taiga Park. Tour the interactive exhibition at the Aux-Rochers River Interpretation Centre to learn more about the great Atlantic salmon that live there. Finally, the Port-Cartier Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve and Les Goélands Outdoor Centre give you a sense of just how vast the backcountry really is! [ 4] pp.58,59 [4] Port-Cartier Photos credits: [3] J. Marcotte, [4] Optik 360. tourismecote-nord.com 61

64 discover the region AROUND PORT-CARTIER [1] Les Goélands Outdoor Centre [2] Promenade du P tit Quai (Pier Boardwalk) [3] Shelter Bay Heritage Trail Promenade du P tit Quai (Boardwalk) $ Avenue Parent, Port-Cartier ou villeport-cartier.com This boardwalk that runs along the Aux-Rochers River to the mouth of the St. Lawrence is the perfect spot from which to admire the majestic river and the beauty of Port-Cartier. Picnic spots and rest areas, a lookout, and a park for kids make it a great place to relax outdoors. Shopping, restaurants, tourist attractions and bicycle paths are all located conveniently nearby. Schedule: April to December. [ 2] 62 tourismecote-nord.com Les Goélands Outdoor Centre $ 816 Route 138, Entrance S baselesgoelands.com A must-visit destination for outdoors and nature lovers, this centre offers a wide range of activities and services. In summer, there is hiking, mountain biking, sea kayaking, swimming, lounging on the beach and birdwatching. Winter activities include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and tubing, with a rest stop for snowmobilers and quadders. Accommodation options include camping on raised platforms, in a yurt or a room in a dormitory-style building. Call or visit our website to learn more about our conference room and food service packages. Schedule: Year-round. [ 1] p.59 Port-Cartier Sept-Îles $ Wildlife Reserve (Sépaq) 64 Route 138, Port-Cartier , or sepaq.com The reserve is the perfect place for canoeing, hiking and kayaking. Come discover lovely Walker Lake and the footbridge to picturesque MacDonald Falls. Sport anglers can come for the day or rent a campsite or cabin and stay for longer. You can also fish for salmon in the Aux-Rochers and MacDonald Rivers. Schedule: (Walker Lake) June 1 to September 4. p.59 Shelter Bay Heritage Trail $ or villeport-cartier.com A series of interpretation panels guides you along the Shelter Bay Heritage Trail, enabling you to discover the people, places, and events that marked the history of Port-Cartier since its origins. A free trail map is available online and at the local Visitor Information Centre. You can walk, bike, or drive the route; before or afterwards, the Port-Cartier history interpretation centre is well worth a visit. Schedule: May to October. [ 3] Photos credits: [1] Optik 360, [2] J. Marcotte, [3,4] J. Bélanger.

65 discover the region AROUND PORT-CARTIER Parc de la plage Rochelois (Beach Park) $ Rue des Rochelois or villeport-cartier.com A popular family destination, Rochelois Beach Park offers stunning views of the St. Lawrence River for anyone cycling along the nearby municipal bike path or playing in the children s playground. At low tide, walk along the tidal flats and be amazed at how much marine life you will see. Learn about the wreck of the Lady Era, an iron-ore carrier, visible just offshore. The park has many, free parking spaces and is an excellent departure point for kitesurfers and kayakers. [ 4] Port-Cartier History $ Interpretation Centre 45 boulevard Portage-des-Mousses, Port-Cartier or villeport-cartier.com The Interpretation Centre has set up a fascinating panoramic exhibit in its stylish new premises that takes visitors through the municipality s 100-year history, from the creation of Shelter Bay to today. Experienced guides transport you back in time to the era of the North Shore s logging camps and mines and give you a peek into the everyday lives of the people who built the region. Average time: 1 hour. Schedule: Mid-June to September, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. [ 5] p.58 Aux-Rochers River 2$ Park and Salmon Ladder 24 rue Luc-Mayrand, Port-Cartier East of the bridge over Aux-Rochers River and half a kilometre off Route 138 is the salmon interpretation site. In addition to guided tours of the interpretation centre and the spawning run trap system, visitors can admire the falls, watch anglers in action, go hiking, or enjoy a picnic. Reservations required for groups. Schedule: Late June to mid-august, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Average time: 1 hour. Photos credits: [5] M. Bergeron, [6] M. Corboz. [4] Rochelois beach [5] Port-Cartier History Interpretation Centre [6] Taiga Park Taiga Park $ Chemin des îles, Port-Cartier or villeport-cartier.com Taiga Park features 2 kilometres of beginner-level walking trails on Patterson Island, in the very centre of Port-Cartier. Discover the wonders of the boreal forest and an impressive waterfall on Aux-Rochers River that thunders just metres away from you. In season, you can admire the skill of the fly anglers fishing for salmon in the many pools along the trails. Parking available at park entrance. Schedule: Year-round. [ 6] tourismecote-nord.com 63

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70 CÔTE-NORD Around SEPT-ÎLES Gallix, Clarke, Sept-Îles, Moisie See map at the end of this guide. This vast area spans the Gallix, Clarke City, and Moisie areas, the city of Sept-Îles, and the Innu communities of Uashat and Mani-Utenam. The islands, long unspoiled beaches, rivers and salt marshes are miniature paradises for people who love to camp, hunt and fish, hike or go out on the water. A museum and different interpretation centres tell the story of the Innu Nation and regional industrial development. For culture lovers, there are musical and theatre performances and local arts and crafts. Sept-Îles (Gallix) population included with Sept-Îles ville.sept-iles.qc.ca Gallix, which merged with Sept-Îles in 2003, abounds in beauty and places to discover. Birdwatchers can see numerous species near the salt marshes, which are flanked by a boardwalk along the St. Lawrence River. With its wooden boardwalk, its lovely Souvenir Park overlooking the Sainte-Marguerite River, and its beach access, Gallix offers ocean lovers a breathtaking view and 14 km of fine sand beach. Who knows you might even see the capelin in action in June! Sept-Îles (Clarke) population included with Sept-Îles ville.sept-iles.qc.ca Formerly known as Clarke City the first real North Shore town this area is steeped in history. Step back in time and learn more by visiting the interpretation centre and reading the interpretation panels dotting the historical trail that winds through the streets. Golf enthusiasts, come discover Sainte-Marguerite Golf Club! You ll enjoy an incomparable view of the Sainte- Marguerite and St. Lawrence rivers. [1] Sept-Îles 68 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header] É. Marchand, Optik 360, [1,2,3,5] Optik 360.

71 discover the region AROUND SEPT-ÎLES Clarke City Interpretation Centre 160 rue du Moulin, Clarke City tourismeseptiles.ca In 1898 the Clarke brothers of Toronto recognized the region s enormous potential and set to work building a pulp mill that would become the basis for the industrial town on the North Shore. The Interpretation Centre tells the story of Clarke City and bygone ways of life. Schedule: Late June to end of August. [ 4] Sept-Îles population 25,475 > ( ville.sept-iles.qc.ca At 2,182 km 2, Sept-Îles is one of the largest cities in Québec in terms of area. Located on a circular bay between the forest and the sea, it s a dream destination for outdoor lovers, with breathtaking scenery in winter and summer alike! Discover the freshwater public beach and the many trails around Lac des Rapides. Sept-Îles has a rich history that has been forged over centuries. Learn more at the Côte-Nord Regional Museum, a recreation of the Sept-Îles fur trading post and the Shaputuan Innu Culture Museum. From industrial tours of the Iron Ore Company of Canada and Alouette Aluminum Producer to musical performances and plays performed by local theatre companies, you re sure to enjoy the culture and excitement Sept-Îles has to offer. The city has earned four fleurons under the Fleurons du Québec program, established to encourage municipalities to beautify their gardens. [ 1,3] pp.64, 66 3 $ J zò Shaputuan Innu Culture Museum 290 boulevard des Montagnais, Sept-Îles Shaputuan (Big Gathering Tent) recounts the millennia-old history of a nomadic people in their ancestral homeland. The permanent exhibition, Innu utassi (Land of the Innu), follows the Innu through the seasons and their annual life cycle. This history and ethnology museum is also a meeting and gathering place for the Innu and other peoples. Average time: 1 hr. Schedule: Daily from June 20 to August 31; Monday to Friday from September 1 to June 19. [ 5] [2] Lac des Rapides [3] Sept-Îles [4] Sept-Îles (Clarke) [5] Innu culture Photo credit: [4] A. Danais tourismecote-nord.com 69

72 discover the region AROUND SEPT-ÎLES [1] Bois-Joli Community Garden [2] Innu artisan [2] Agara Complex [3] Making friends at Aylmer-Whittom Park [4] Miniature village, Aylmer-Whittom Park 70 tourismecote-nord.com hî$ Bois-Joli Community Garden 97 rue des Chanterelles, Sept-Îles (Ferland area) Stroll along the 4.5 km of walking trails in the world s northernmost Botanical Garden. Discover an incredible 14,000 species planted in the garden s 12 themed sections that include: a children s garden, a birds garden, a medicinal plant garden, a rock garden, a grandmother s garden, and a trail leading to Sept-Îles Bay. It s the perfect place to break up your trip and have a picnic, enjoy the outdoors or get in touch with your creative side. Free guided tours are offered in July and August. Schedule: From sunrise to sunset. [ 1] Agara Complex $J zò First Nations Hotel, Boutique and Art Gallery 136 boulevard des Montagnais, Uashat agara.ca This complex houses a small hotel, a craft shop, studio space and an art gallery where you can admire paintings, sculptures, authentic crafts and local products by Aboriginal and non-aboriginal artists from the community and across Québec. It will help you discover and learn about the culture, history and traditions of one of our First Peoples. Schedule: Yearround; closed on Sundays. [ 2] p.67 Historic Pier Outdoor $ Musical Performances Historic Pier Park (Vieux-Quai) , poste 2964 ville.sept-iles.qc.ca Stop for a while and enjoy the talents of local and visiting musicians who enliven the Historic Pier with performances throughout the summer months. Schedule: June 28 to August 12, Thursday to Sunday, starting at 7:30 p.m.; occasionally Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Aylmer-Whittom Park Route 138 West, Sept-Îles (7 km from the Sept-Îles Visitor Information Centre) or tourismeseptiles.ca This enchanting park is a local favorite where hikers can admire Conan Island and the western half of Sept-Îles Bay from two observation towers. It s also a good spot for birdwatching or for having fun with the kids in the miniature village, where friendly squirrels are always on hand. [ 3,4] Photos credits: [1] C. Allard, [2] J. Leblanc, [3] C. Brisson, [4] H. Petit.

73 discover the region AROUND SEPT-ÎLES Historic Pier Park Avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles tourismeseptiles.ca A focal point for summer activities and a popular gathering place for residents, this is the ideal spot to appreciate the splendour of the bay, watch anglers and iron-ore carriers, and admire the sunset from the 1-km long wooden boardwalk. In summer, browse the covered kiosks with wares by local artisans, and watch artists perform under the yellow tent. At the end of the boardwalk are a sundial, tide tower, and model of the seven islands of the archipelago. Sept-Îles Trading Post $ Rue Shimun, via boulevard des Montagnais, Sept-Îles vieuxposte.com The trading post is a historical interpretation site complete with an interactive exhibition on the way of life at the time and a short tour showcasing local natural resources. Guides in period costume welcome you at the trading counter and Innu camp and explain the challenges of the fur trade, a vital part of Québec history. Be sure to visit the boutique selling exclusive local products. Average time: 1 hr. 30 min. Schedule: June 25 to Labour Day. [ 5] p.66 [5] Recreation of local history [6] History and Heritage Trail - Sept-Îles tells its story! Sept-Îles is equally welcoming in summer as in winter, for its shoreline and forest, its history and heritage. Côte-Nord Regional Museum 3$ 500 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles mrcn.qc.ca This regional museum features a permanent exhibition as well as two temporary exhibitions on local art and heritage. Together, they give you a real understanding of the North Shore identity. Whether your interests tend toward nature, history, or culture, our guides will be happy to take you through our exhibits. Discover the work of local artisans at the Ô Muses gift shop. Average time: 1 hr. 30 min. Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., June 25 to Labour Day; see website for details. [ 7] p.66 [7] Côte-Nord Regional Museum History and Heritage Trail - Sept-Îles tells its story! 1401 boulevard Laure West / 415 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Iles , tourismeseptiles.ca Use this trail to explore Sept-Iles by bike or on foot. A guidebook explains this city s rich history. [ 6] Photos credits: [5,7] Optik 360, [6] MRCN, Fonds I.O.C. tourismecote-nord.com 71

74 discover the region AROUND SEPT-ÎLES Archipelago Interpretation Booth Marina, 385 aveue Arnaud, Sept-Îles or In the marina located in Historic Pier Park there is a series of interpretation panels that introduce visitors to the archipelago s seven islands. While you re there, don t miss the opportunity to see the Hermel, the boat in which Mylène Paquette did her solo row across the Atlantic in 2013, and to watch an audiovisual presentation on her daring exploit. [1] Sept-Îles Archipelago [2] Lac des Rapides Outdoor Centre [3] Fishing in the Moisie River [4] Grosse Boule Island 72 tourismecote-nord.com Sept-Îles Archipelago Tourisme Sept-Îles or 1401 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or tourismeseptiles.ca From the marina in Historic Pier Park, discover the seven islands in Sept-Îles Bay and their history. By tour boat or by sea kayak, you can enjoy a close-up look at the marine mammals and birds that frequent the Corossol Island bird sanctuary. It s also a great way to get a sense of the sheer size of the Sept-Îles harbour, North America s leading ironore port. Boat tour guides recount the history of the people who have frequented this bay. [ 1] p.64 La Grande Basque Island Tourisme Sept-Îles or tourismeseptiles.ca This island has something for every kind of outdoor lover, including picnickers, hikers and people who love primitive and all-inclusive camping. Whether you re seeking relaxation or adventure, Grande Basque Island is ready to welcome you. Come stroll on its magnificent beaches, stride along its 12 km of groomed hiking trails and discover its varied plant and animal life. The island s guides will be happy to explain the basics of the local geology, marine biology, birdwatching and mushroom gathering to you. Grosse Boule Island Purmer Ocean Farm $ 300 Grosse Boule Island, Sept-Îles Archipelago ferme-purmer.com If you are looking for an unusual way to discover the archipelago, stop off on Grosse Boule Island, where the Purmer Ocean Farm provides an agri-tourism adventure for all to enjoy, centred on interpretive activities about bivalves such as mussels and scallops. Want the adventure to continue? How about a stay in one of our three yurts, able to accommodate groups of 4 to 8 people? Other on-site activities include swimming, scuba diving, sport fishing and hiking. Average time for interpretive activities: 2 hrs. Reservations required. [ 4] p.64 Õ Õ Photos credits: [1] Optik 360, [2,3] Tourisme Sept-Îles, [4] Purmer.

75 discover the region AROUND SEPT-ÎLES PANACHE Contemporary Art 410 avenue Évangéline, Sept-Îles lavireedelaculture.com The main goal of PANACHE art actuel is to revitalize the North Shore contemporary art scene by bringing together professional artists from across the region and by sharing with those from other regions. Its primary mandate is to promote the Virée de la culture, a series of interconnected exhibitions of visual art and heritage artifacts, partially funded by the Regional Museum, that travel throughout the region. Its second mandate is to organize events, residencies and artistic projects. Lac des Rapides Outdoor Centre Follow the signs until you reach the end of Boulevard Vigneault, Sept-Îles , or tourismeseptiles.ca This centre offers many family-oriented activities. In summer, swim safely at a beach staffed by certified lifeguards. Discover the area s natural beauty by using the centre s hiking trails, its network of Nordcycle bicycle paths, or on board a rented canoe, kayak, pedal boat or SUP. In winter, strap on your skis or snowshoes and head out into the boreal forest along trails maintained by the Rapido cross-country ski club. Schedule: Summer: End of June to end of August; winter: Mid-December to end of April. [ 2] Alouette Aluminum Producer $ 400 chemin de la Pointe-Noire, Sept-Îles alouette.com Aluminerie Alouette has been producing primary aluminum since With an annual output of more than 600,000 tons, it is the largest aluminum smelter in the Americas. It provides close to 900 jobs, making it the largest private employer in Sept-Îles. Dress requirements for the tour: long pants, long sleeves and closed-toe, flat shoes. Prohibited on site: Visitors with pacemakers, pregnant woman, cameras, magnetic cards, watches, jewellery, and lighters. Minimum age: 12. Maximum group size: 14. Reservations required. Schedule: Mid-June to mid- August, Tuesday to Saturday, at 8:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. [ 6] Õ Sept-Îles (Moisie) population included with Sept-Îles ville.sept-iles.qc.ca Known worldwide for its salmon river, the Moisie district is a paradise for nature lovers. Four outfitters and a ZEC operate along the 410 km Moisie River, but you ll also find a lovely beach off Route 138 (bridge over the Moisie River), where you can enjoy beach volleyball and go swimming. [ 3] Canoe and Kayak River Tours Laurent-Val Campground 1000 rue Fournier, Sept-Îles (Moisie River) campinglaurentval.com Laurent-Val Campground wants to help you discover the fauna, flora and beaches of the Moisie River. Come and enjoy a 10- or 17-km trip by canoe, kayak or SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard). Perfect for friends, families or couples. [ 5] [5] Canoe river trip [6] Alouette Aluminum Producer Photos credits: [5] Camping Laurent-Val, [6] Aluminerie Alouette. tourismecote-nord.com 73

76 SÉPAQ ANTICOSTI PACKAGE WITH CABIN ACCOMMODATION FLIGHT SEASIDE CABIN 6-PASSENGER TRUCK ACCESS TO NATIONAL PARK Stays of 3, 4 or 7 nights Possible departures from Sept-Îles (group of 5 pers.) *Taxes are not included. Certain conditions apply. $ 670 * /pers. /3 nights/group of 4 people Photo: Yoanis Menge sepaq.com/anticosti White-tailed deer hunting EUROPEAN PLAN AND AMERICAN PLAN Summer Vacation PACKAGE INCLUDES: TRANSPORTATION FLIGHT OR BOAT, LODGING, TRUCK RENTAL anticostiplg.com INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS info@anticostiplg.com 74 tourismecote-nord.com

77 CÔTE-NORD Around L ÎLE-D ANTICOSTI Port-Menier See map at the end of this guide. At 222 km long, L île d Anticosti is the largest island in Québec. Located opposite Havre-Saint-Pierre in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, it can be reached by plane or by boat. In 1895, the island was purchased by French chocolate-maker and industrialist Henri Menier, who developed it until It is home to over 100,000 white-tailed deer, some 220 bird species, and several rare and, in some cases, endemic plants. Its limestone geology, which is rich in fossils, has fashioned incredible landscapes. The island is primarily known for salmon fishing, deer hunting, and tourism. Anticosti National Park also offers many outdoor activities for exploring this vast island playground. L Île-d Anticosti (Port-Menier)? population 205 ile-anticosti.com The island s only remaining village, Port-Menier was founded in 1899 by the French industrialist Henri Menier when he realized it made a better port than the nearby Baie-Sainte-Claire. A handful of homes from this period still remain on la rue du Cap-Blanc, facing Baie Gamache. Be sure to take the heritage tour, that goes to 13 different sites in the village and the surrounding area, including Baie-Sainte-Claire, Pointe-Ouest and Anse-aux-Fraises; a panel in the Visitor Information Centre shows a map of the tour, with the location of each site. [ 1] Baie-Sainte-Claire and Pointe-Ouest (heritage village) Information at 7 chemin des Forestiers, Port-Menier ile-anticosti.org The ruins of a few homes are still visible at the site of the first island settlement Menier established in A lime kiln was rebuilt on this historic site in 1985, while in the underbrush on the neighbouring plateau, a few tombstones hearken back to a bygone era. As you travel along the shoreline road to the lighthouse at Pointe-Ouest, you ll come to the remains of an old Catholic cemetery. The wreck of the Calou, which ran aground in 1982, bears witness to the historic reputation of the island s rocky shores as the Cemetery of the Gulf. A few metres from the lighthouse, you ll find the former homes of the lighthouse keeper and his assistant, which today have been converted into an historic Inn. [1] Port-Menier Photos credits: [Header] N. Rivard, A. St-Germain, M. Deslongchamps, [1] Y. Menge. tourismecote-nord.com 75

78 discover the region AROUND L ÎLE-D ANTICOSTI Anticosti Eco-museum $ 10 chemin des Forestiers, Port-Menier , ile-anticosti.org Learn about the history and ecology of the island at this museum. Average time: 45 minutes. Schedule: Early June to end of August, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Site of Château Menier Information at 7 chemin des Forestiers, Port-Menier ile-anticosti.org The construction of Château Menier began in 1899 and lasted five years. In 1953, the abandoned luxury villa was deliberately burned to the ground. The Château s foundations, uncovered in 1991, bear witness to the size of this impressive structure, the largest ever built on the island. [ 3] [1] Vauréal Falls At 7,900 km 2, L île d Anticosti is the largest island in Québec and has truly abundant wildlife: literally thousands of birds, foxes and, of course, white-tailed deer! [2] Grotte à la Patate [3] Site of Château Menier Anticosti National Park $ 25 chemin des Forestiers, Port-Menier sepaq.com/anticosti Imagine an island in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence bathed in the clear northern light, with cliffs, canyons, waterfalls, and caves. Imagine white-tailed deer nibbling at algae, salmon shimmering in pools, and seals lounging on the rocks. Imagine yourself in Anticosti National Park! p.74 Vauréal Falls: This 76-metre waterfall plunges into a canyon over 90 m deep and 3.2 km long. [ 1] Observation Canyon: The canyon totals 4 km in length and varies in height from 30 to 50 metres. Grotte à la Patate : At 625 m, this is one of the longest cave galleries in Quebec. Helmet and lamp mandatory, available at the Auberge McDonald reception desk. [ 2] [4] White-tailed deer 76 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] M. Boucley, [2,3] M. Malherbe, [4] A. St-Germain.

79 CÔTE-NORD Around RIVIÈRE-AU-TONNERRE Sheldrake, Rivière-au-Tonnerre, Magpie, Rivière-Saint-Jean See map at the end of this guide. The communities of Sheldrake, Magpie, and Rivière- Saint-Jean stretch along the shore around the Village-relais (service centre) of Rivière-au-Tonnerre. Considered one of the North Shore s most picturesque villages, this municipality is a popular place to relax and unwind. Fishing, birding, and whale watching from shore or on the water as well as the maritime link with Anticosti Island are the main draws of these coastal villages, typical of the Minganie region. You ll find a variety of accommodations, magnificent beaches, rocky trails that are perfect for quadding, local specialty products, and picturesque little churches well worth a detour. Sheldrake population included with Rivière-au-Tonnerre riviere-au-tonnerre.ca The name Sheldrake comes from an old British word for the American merganser, formerly called a sawbill. Just before reaching the first village in the Minganie region, a road leads to a small hydroelectric station and a bridge. In early June at low tide, the bridge is an ideal spot to go clamming. Photographers and anyone who appreciates beautiful scenery will enjoy listening to the sound of the waves on Sheldrake beach. Manitou Falls $ Route 138, Manitou River, Rivière-au-Tonnerre manitou@mrc.minganie.org This must-see attraction lies about 85 km east of Sept-Îles and 35 km from Rivière-au-Tonnerre. Follow the trail to the 35-metre waterfall at the end. The Visitor Information Centre (which has a large parking lot and picnic tables) makes this an ideal place to stop. This is also where you can pick up an audio guide, to take with you on the trail. Average time to complete the trail: 45 minutes. Schedule: June to September. [ 5] [5] Manitou Falls Photos credits: [Header] M. Malherbe, Optik 360, Idreamphoto, [5] Optik 360. tourismecote-nord.com 77

80 discover the region AROUND RIVIÈRE-AU-TONNERRE [1] Rivière-au-Tonnerre [2] Rivière-au-Tonnerre Church Rivière-au-Tonnerre?k population 277 riviere-au-tonnerre.ca The village owes its name to the roar of Thunder River, as the local waterway was long called. Perched on a rocky shoreline, Rivière-au-Tonnerre, one of the North Shore s most picturesque villages, is known for its crab fishing, the many inlets that dot the shoreline, and its 33-metre high falls. The village centre has a wooden walkway with interpretive panels and picnic tables where you can relax and watch the marine mammals cruise by. Summer s end is the perfect time for picking the many varieties of local berries. [ 1] Rivière-au-Tonnerre Church Built at the turn of the 20 th century by over 300 volunteers and restored in the late 1970s, this wooden church is the pride of the village. A noteworthy feature is the archway: over 8 m high and featuring images carved with a penknife. A free audio guide is available. Average time: 45 minutes. Schedule: Early June to mid-september. [ 2] Magpie population included with Rivière-Saint-Jean rivieresaintjean-magpie.com To reach this village, you must leave Route 138 and take the road that passes through town. Magpie, named after a bird that was mistakenly thought to be abundant in the region, was the largest cod fishing harbour at the turn of the 20 th century. Near the pier of the once-bustling harbour, a rest area leads to a rock formation forming a natural lookout and vantage point for whale watching. On the river is a 40-megawatt hydroelectric plant, built to replace a 2-megawatt facility erected in Rivière-Saint-Jean population 220 rivieresaintjean-magpie.com The village stretches along the western bank at the mouth of the Saint-Jean River. Navigable for about 50 km and famous for its salmon pools, the river marked the border between Québec and Labrador for several decades. Visitors can fish for sea trout at the river mouth or venture onto the sandbar that divides the river from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, an ideal spot for birdwatching. Osprey are regularly spotted here, along with common eider, king eider, and flocks of white-winged scoters on the beaches. The area is also perfect for swimming and relaxing. A sea shuttle serves Anticosti Island and the Mingan Islands; whalewatching cruises are also available. [3] Dam on the Rivière Magpie 78 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] E. Brotherton, [2] É. Marchand, [3] S. McMullen.

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82 More than WHALE WATCHING Come immerse yourself in the universe of marine mammal research in the St Lawrence with the Mingan Island Cetacean Study Week-long expeditions Guided museum visits

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84 CÔTE-NORD Around HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan, Mingan (Ekuanitshit), Havre-Saint-Pierre See map at the end of this guide. With its multitude of islands and islets stretching over 150 km of coastline and its impressive limestone monoliths, the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve has been attracting visitors to Havre-Saint-Pierre and the surrounding area for many years. From Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan eastward along the shore, boat operators and visitor and interpretation centres provide information about maritime transportation services and activities available in the area, including excursions and camping on the islands, hiking, birding, and whale watching. Located at the confluence of the Mingan River and the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Innu community of Mingan invites you to discover a thousand-year-old culture through its art, handicrafts, and traditions. In the heart of the taiga at the eastern end of this area lies the small village of Baie-Johan- Beetz, renowned for salmon fishing and its outstanding marine environment. Featuring wide open spaces and stunning coastal scenery, this is the perfect escape! 82 tourismecote-nord.com [1] Perroquets Island Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan population 482 longuepointedemingan.ca This village owes its name to the sandy point that juts out into the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The site was frequented by Gaspé fishermen, who founded a permanent settlement here in Discover the spectacular scenery and marine environment and mingle with friendly residents. They invite you to celebrate with them during the Paspayas Festival. Named after the original Gaspé settlers, this event takes place in the second week of July and welcomes visitors from near and far. Cast off and enter the unique world of the archipelago islands, characterized by untamed nature, history, wild animals and history there s so much to see and do! Perroquets Island Lighthouse $ J Reception at the Carrefour Mer et Culture 381 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan ileauxperroquets.ca Travel back in time and experience the life of a lighthouse keeper that was once regulated by flashing beacons. Stay for a night or two at this authentic, cozy and environmentally responsible inn, and get to know the island puffins. Day visitors can visit the exhibition in the former foghorn building, and learn about the lighthouse keepers who lived here for many decades with their families. Schedule: June to September. [ 1] Photos credits: [Header] M. Malherbe, Optik 360, Jpiks, [1] Les Excursions du Phare M. Bellemare.

85 discover the region AROUND HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan J 3$ Visitor Reception and Interpretation Centre Islands in the Sea Exhibit 625 rue du Centre, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan or The exhibit at this Centre takes you on a virtual tour of the westernmost islands in the Mingan Archipelago. You will discover the islands awe-inspiring beauty and meet the people who have shaped their history. The exhibit features Aboriginal artifacts, a real seal skin, as well as, interactive games on seabird trivia and the food chain for animals native to the archipelago. Schedule: Mid-June to mid-september. Average time: 1 hr. [ 2] inside back cover Mingan Island Cetacean Study (MICS) 3$ Interpretation Centre 625 rue du Centre, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan rorqual.com The centre s twin focus on research and education makes it the perfect place to learn about the marine mammals that inhabit the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The biologist-led guided tours teach adults and children alike many fascinating facts about the whales that visit the area. The knowledge acquired by the centre is on display through a variety of media: life-sized whale sculptures, murals, photographs, a video room and an acoustics room. Your admission fee helps further the centre s work and also helps protect these gentle giants. Average time: 1 hr. Schedule: June 11 to September 9; 4 visits per day. p.80 [2] Islands in the Sea Exhibit [3] Perroquets Island Mingan (Ekuanitshit) population 456 The landscape around the Innu village of Ekuanitshit consists of ocean, forests and rivers. Midway between tradition and the modern world, the Innu here still speak their native language,innu-aimun (or Montagnais). Artisans, artists, entrepreneurs, hunters and anglers make up this dynamic community on the shores of the Mingan River, which has a great swimming spot near the bridge, and a prime location for relaxing 5 km upstream. The name Ekuanitshit is based on the remark of an elder: when you look at the village from Île du Havre de Mingan, it looks like a place surrounded by mountains. The church, decorated in the Innu spirit, impresses visitors from around the world with its charm and authenticity. Be sure to visit the most recent exhibition at the Maison de la culture innue (House of Innu Culture). [ 5] Photos credits: [2] Parks Canada E. Lajeunesse, [3] Optik 360, [4] B. Poirier, [5] N. Thomas. [4] Atlantic puffin [5] Innu elder holding a teueikan tourismecote-nord.com 83

86 discover the region AROUND HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE House of Innu Culture $ zò 34 rue Nashipetimit, Mingan coordination.mci@ekuanitshit.ca This house is a place where the culture of the Ekuanitshit (formerly Mingan) Innu is preserved and promoted. Visitors will find a permanent exhibit that takes them deep into the Innu world of caribou hunting, salmon fishing and berry gathering. This is also a place where you will hear Innu-aimun spoken and chanted. Watch as skilled native craftspeople make authentic items that are for sale in the nearby gift boutique. Package includes church admission and tasting. Havre-Saint-Pierre? population 3,451 havresaintpierre.com Located along a sandy point, Havre-Saint-Pierre offers a panoramic view of the gulf. Long known as a tourist destination thanks to the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, the town offers many activities. You can explore the history of the community at Roland-Jomphe Cultural Centre or pick up a local souvenir at Place des artisans. Try a cruise, a meal featuring local products, a show at the new theatre, or a walk on the beach, where you might spot a whale! The city has earned three fleurons under the Fleurons du Québec program (established to encourage municipalities to beautify their gardens). [ 2] p.81 Visitor Reception and 3$ Interpretation Centre Témoins de la vie aux îles Mingan (Mingan Island Early Life Exhibit) 1010 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre (Pélagie-Cormier Terminal) or [1] Roland-Jomphe Cultural Centre This exhibit will give you a taste of the outstanding natural and cultural features of the islands. Immerse yourself in Roland Jomphe s story, and his poetry, for which he won many prizes and awards. Observe fossils of 465-million-year-old marine organisms, now extinct, on display in cabinets and on the handling table. Schedule: Mid-June to late September. Average time: 1 hr. [ 3] inside back cover [2] Havre-Saint-Pierre Maison de la culture 3$ Cultural Centre Roland-Jomphe 957 rue de la Berge, Havre-Saint-Pierre or (off season) havresaintpierre.com In this old general store near the tourist sector, visitors can explore a permanent exhibit, L autre roman, that tells the history of Havre-Saint-Pierre from 1857 to the present day. Activities with local flavour spice up summer nights in July and August. Average time: 30 min. Schedule: Mid-June to Labour Day. [ 1] p.81 Cultural venues provide insight into the North Shore way of life. [3] Mingan Island Early Life Exhibit 84 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] É. Marchand, [2] J. Pleau, [3] Parks Canada E. Lajeunesse.

87 discover the region AROUND HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve 3$ J Visitor Reception and Interpretation Centres: Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan : 625 rue du Centre Havre-Saint-Pierre (Pélagie-Cormier Terminal) : 1010 promenade des Anciens or pc.gc.ca/mingan The Mingan Archipelago encompasses roughly 20 limestone islands and granite islets stretching along the coast between the villages of Longue-Pointede-Mingan and Aguanish. It includes the largest concentration of erosion monoliths in Canada, a wide variety of plant life, many bird species and two lighthouses. Several islands have lookouts, marked hiking trails, picnic areas and shelters. While you re there, take part in one of the proposed activities, or go on a hike or picnic. Treat yourself to a night of primitive camping, stay in an otentik ready-tocamp unit or at the inn on Perroquets Island. For information on the park s services and activities, to get a camping permit or to find out about Parks Canadarecognized maritime transport services, visit one of the Visitor Centres or go to the website. To get to the islands, contact a marine carrier. [ 4 à 7] inside back cover [4] Île Quarry [5] Atlantic puffin Experience a sense of wonder at Nature s grandeur! Sur la route de Natashquan $ Road Guide CD 24 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan copactenatashquan.net Visitors planning to drive east through Minganie, starting in Havre-Saint-Pierre, will want to pick up the 2-CD box set for rent at the visitor information centre in Minganie (Chute Manitou) and at the Pelagie-Cormier Terminal in Havre-Saint-Pierre. As you drive the 160-km route to Natashquan, listen to locals introduce their way of life and tell their stories. Road guide includes music, songs, anecdotes and suggested stops. [6] Monolith interpretation île Quarry [7] Guided tour of the monoliths on Niapiskau Island Photos credits: [4] A. St-Germain, [5] B. Poirier, [6] Parks Canada L. Landry, [7] Parks Canada E. Lajeunesse. tourismecote-nord.com 85

88 CÔTE-NORD Around NATASHQUAN Baie-Johan-Beetz, Aguanish and L Île-Michon, Natashquan, Pointe-Parent (Nutashkuan), See map at the end of this guide. Natashquan is unquestionably one of the best-known villages in the North Shore, and Québec as a whole. Not only does it provide visitors with an unparalleled taste of a vibrant and original regional culture, it also offers striking vistas of nature at its most untamed. As in the neighbouring municipalities of Aguanish and L Île-Michon and the Innu community of Nutashkuan, there are fine sand beaches, swimming areas, trails through the taiga, and magnificent wild rivers for visitors to enjoy. A bridge across the wide Natashquan River, completed at the end of summer 2013, extends Route 138 and links the small fishing village of Kegaska to the rest of Québec. At the westernmost point of this area, deep in the taiga, lies the tiny village of Baie-Johan-Beetz, famous for its salmon fishing and its fabulous shoreline. 86 tourismecote-nord.com [1] Baie-Johan-Beetz Baie-Johan-Beetz? population 84 baiejohanbeetz.qc.ca Nestled deep in the taiga, this village is named after a Canadian naturalist of Belgian origin who lived here in the early 1900s. A few minutes walk along one of the many footpaths brings you outside the village, where you can still see traces of the 2013 fire. Budding geologists and biologists will notice the presence of many types of rock, lush vegetation and abundant wildlife. Flocks of aquatic birds fly past on their annual migration. Come to this peaceful corner of the North Shore and take part in the many interesting and enjoyable activities organized by the village. [ 1] Stop in Johan Beetz and get to know this Belgian-born naturalist who lived in the village that is named after him. Aguanish and L Île-Michon? population 256 aguanish.org Aguanish ( small shelter in Innu) is very aptly named. The village and its sandy beaches ring a freshwater bay formed by the Aguanish River. This river is popular with salmon anglers and visitors looking for adventure. Guides can take you to the geological phenomenon known as Trait de scie (Sawcut) Canyon. The hamlet of L Île-Michon, 3.5 km to the east on Route 138, is home to bays and little islands where hikers can gather shellfish or enjoy a picnic. [ 2] Photos credits: [Header] É. Marchand, Optik 360, M. Thibeault, [1] M. Deslongchamps.

89 discover the region AROUND NATASHQUAN Trait de scie (Sawcut) Canyon $ Aguanish Hunting and Fishing Association 250 route Jacques-Cartier, Aguanish , acpa2018@outlook.com Experienced guides will lead you on a motorboat adventure along the Aguanish River to Sawcut Canyon (the third falls along the river). Three trails with boardwalks lead past the falls. The association also handles salmon fishing and has a guide on site. Average time: 2 to 3 hours. Schedule of departures: End of June to early September, 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Reservations recommended. [ header, p.86] Natashquan and? Pointe-Parent (Nutashkuan) population 278 natashquan.org This village is famous for the songs of singersongwriter Gilles Vigneault, the Les Galets heritage buildings, and the warm welcome it gives to visitors. Linked to the provincial road network since 1996, it is a cultural tourism destination, with the highlight being the annual Innucadie Storytelling Festival. A beach, rivers, and a walking trail await you. At the visitor centre, you can return the Sur la route de Natashquan road guide CD that you rented in Manitou Falls or Havre-Saint-Pierre. There, a brief audiovisual presentation provides an introduction to the village. On the beach, Café de l Échourie is THE place for conversation and the occasional summer show. The city has earned two fleurons under the Fleurons du Québec program that encourages municipalities to beautify their gardens. [ 3] Patrimoine familial de Gilles Vigneault $ Allée des Galets copactenatashquan.net [2] Aguanish [3] Natashquan [4] Café Échourie In July, the home of Québéc singer-songwriter Gilles Vigneault will be opened to the public, thanks to the efforts of two local organizations, Natashquan pour la sauvegarde de la Source and the Corporation de développement patrimonial, culturel et touristique de Natashquan. A film on his early life will also be shown. Schedule: go to the local tourist office. [5] Bridge on Natashquan River Photos credits: [2] M. Malherbe, [3,4,5] Optik 360. tourismecote-nord.com 87

90 discover the region AROUND NATASHQUAN [1] Old Schoolhouse [2] Bord du Cap Interpretation Centre Old Schoolhouse $ Natashquan, copactenatashquan.net An unassuming wooden structure erected in 1913, today the old schoolhouse serves as a monument to the memory of all the schoolchildren of yesteryear and a place of homage to local poet Gilles Vigneault. Visitors will get an introduction to the lively characters that people Vigneault s songs and a fascinating glimpse into this famous singer-songwriter s work. Average time: 45 min. Schedule: June to September (variable hours) and October (by appointment). Stop by the Visitor Information Centre first. Group rates available. [ 1] Bord du Cap Interpretation Centre $ 32 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan copactenatashquan.net This replica of the old Natashquan general store displays photographs and objects illustrating the storekeeper s job in times gone by. It is also home to a total of 39 historical themes that include exhibits featuring photographs, objects, an audiovisual presentation on the development of the general store and the village, and a short biography of Gilles Vigneault. There is a souvenir shop adjacent to the interpretation centre and information is available in English. Average time: 45 min. Schedule: June to September (variable hours) and October (by appointment). Stop by the Visitor Information Centre first. Reservations recommended for groups. [ 2] The Natashquan Les Galets $ Heritage Buildings Allée des Galets, Natashquan copactenatashquan.net Les Galets, this village within a village, was designated as a cultural asset by the Québec government. The name refers to both the fishing sheds themselves, built 150 years ago, and the stone island upon which they stand, mute witness to a long-gone way of life. Their presence brings back fond memories of a time when people could earn a living fishing for cod in Natashquan. [ 3] [3] Les Galets heritage buildings 88 tourismecote-nord.com Only 40 km until the village of Kegaska, that marks the end of Route 138. Photos credits: [1] É. Marchand, [2,3] Optik 360

91 CÔTE-NORD Around BASSE-CÔTE-NORD See map at the end of this guide. Kegaska, La Romaine, Unamen Shipu, Chevery, Harrington Harbour, Tête-à-la-Baleine, Gros-Mécatina, Pakuashipi, Saint-Augustin, Bonne-Espérance, Brador, Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Blanc-Sablon The Lower North Shore that stretches along close to 375 km of coastline between Kegaska and Blanc-Sablon has a distinctive charm and breathtaking landscape. The villages that dot the shoreline, interspersed between bays, inlets and rivers, look as though they were placed on the rocks by a giant hand. The primary means of accessing these remote communities is by sea, aboard the M/V Bella Desgagnés ferry (operated by Relais Nordik), by airplane, by the Route Blanche in winter and by a ferry from Newfoundland. The more adventurous arrive via the long, isolated route through the northern hinterland. (To do so, take Route 138 out of Baie-Comeau and then Routes 500 and 510 to Labrador.) This vast region is populated by Innus, Francophones and Anglophones, the latter being descendants of families that came here from Newfoundland and settled on the North Shore at the end of the 19 th century. Kegaska population 100 Trails covered with crushed seashells and white sand immediately attract the visitors attention. Village life centres around the commercial crab, lobster, and scallop fishery. You can now make the roughly 40-km trip east from Natashquan to Kegaska by road on Route 138. La Romaine population 100 Francophones and Innu live together in this area, which has a population of close to 1,100. East of La Romaine, the physiognomy of the land changes as peat bogs give way to the rocky soil that signals the approach of the tundra. The region is particularly well-known for its impressive concentration of archaeological sites, especially around Blanc-Sablon. In 2013, Route 138 was extended past the outskirts of Natashquan so travellers can now drive to Kegaska, the first village in the Lower North Shore area. At the Eastern edge of the North Shore, an 82-km section of Route 138 connects the small communities between Vieux-Fort and Blanc-Sablon. [1] Kegaska beach Photos credits: [Header] B. Lemeunier, M. Malherbe, [1] G. Potvin. tourismecote-nord.com 89

92 discover the region AROUND BASSE-CÔTE-NORD Chevery population 265 Named in honour of Captain Jean-Baptiste Chevery, the village is built on a sandy tip of land accessible by boat from Harrington Harbour, by plane from Chevery Airport, as well as by the Route Blanche in winter. It is the administrative centre for the municipality of North Shore Gulf of St. Lawrence. There is trout fishing on the Nétagamiou and La Croix Rivers near the village, and moose can be hunted in season. On the Nétagamiou, 500 metres from the village, a waterfall offers visitors a relaxing and peaceful setting. A 4-km hiking trail leads along the river from the marina. [ 1] You re sure to be charmed by the Lower North Shore s picturesque coastal villages, where you can have adventures, learn about other cultures and experience life at a slower pace(, far from the hustle and bustle of the city). [1] Chevery beach [2] A bird s-eye view of Chevery Tours Nord - North Tours 11 rue de la Rivière-à-la-Croix, Chevery toursnord-northtours.com We offer a year-round experience at our full-service tourist base camp, Auberge l Étoile de Mer, that includes accommodation, meals, guided tours and activities: hiking, snowmobile tours, fishing, snowshoeing, cookouts, as well as nature, culture and heritage interpretation. Whether you like big adventures or small excursions, come here to enjoy the pristine winter landscape and experience authentic Lower North Shore culture! Chevery hosts various annual events: a hockey tournament, summer festival, etc. Call for details; reservations required. 90 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] North Tours, [2] A. Danais.

93 discover the region AROUND BASSE-CÔTE-NORD Harrington Harbour population 280 With its sheltered port, sturdy white and pastel houses, wide boardwalks linking the buildings in place of roads, and tiny bridges crossing gullies and coves, Harrington Harbour has a distinctive charm. In summer, watch for the bustle of activity down by the Seafood Coop on the pier the centre of life on the island. [ 3] Rowsell House Harrington Harbour , harringtonharbour.ca During your visit to Harrington Harbour, you will want to visit the Rowsell House Interpretation and Information Centre. Inside, you will find artifacts and informative panels about the community s past, and helpful staff to answer your questions. Souvenirs can also be purchased on-site. Schedule: Mid-May to late September: Monday to Friday, 9:30 to noon and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.; open after hours or off-season by appointment. [ 4] [3] Harrington Harbour Tête-à-la-Baleine population 170 Tête-à-la-Baleine owes its name to a geological feature on one of the adjacent islands of the Toutes-Îles archipelago that looks like a whale s head. In winter, you can travel to Tête-à-la-Baleine via snowmobile on the White Trail, a wonderful opportunity to experience the distinctive charms of northern life. [4] Rowsell House Jos-Hébert Historic Home Tête-à-la-Baleine Tourism Association 152 rue de la Salle, Tête-à-la-Baleine or mecama@xplornet.ca Joseph Hébert s historic home on La Passe Island bears witness to the island culture and way of life. At the age of 15, Hébert decided to try his luck as a fisher and sealer on the north shore of the St. Lawrence. When the federal government began regular postal service to the Lower North Shore in 1879, Hébert was the ideal man for the job! He made the 720-km journey from Blanc-Sablon to Pointe-aux-Esquimaux (today Havre-Saint-Pierre) at least twice each winter. Hébert continued to deliver the mail, winter and summer, for the rest of his life nearly 35 years! Schedule: Year-round. [ 5,6] [5] Jos-Hébert Historic Home [6] Jos-Hébert Historic Home Photos credits: [3,5,6] M. Malherbe, [4] Harrington Harbour Tourism Association. tourismecote-nord.com 91

94 discover the region AROUND BASSE-CÔTE-NORD Providence Island Chapel Tête-à-la-Baleine, During the fishing season, many Tête-à-la-Baleine families move to their summer village on Providence Island. Although this seasonal migration is tapering off now, it was essential for getting closer to the fishing grounds before the advent of motorized boats. The chapel, erected in 1895, is the oldest on the Lower North Shore. The rectory has been turned into an inn featuring typical Québec cuisine and local products. Schedule: Guided tours (approx. 2 hrs) of the island are offered every Saturday when the supply ship stops over. [ 1,2] Gros-Mécatina population 454 Saint-Augustin population 770 [1] Providence Island Chapel [2] Inside the Providence Island Chapel Bonne-Espérance population 702 The Municipality of Bonne Esperance is comprised of three picturesque fishing villages Middle Bay, Rivière-Saint-Paul and Vieux-Fort located 55 km east of Blanc-Sablon along Route 138. All of these villages offer tranquillity and breathtaking scenery, yet each is unique in its own way. There are historic sites to visit, restaurants (in Middle Bay and Rivière-Saint-Paul), all in an unspoiled coastal setting. Rivière-Saint-Paul also offers hotel and B&B accommodation. Vieux-Fort has a B&B with meals and also offers boat trips. Come and experience this undiscovered part of the Lower North Shore! [ 3] Coop Solidarité Bioproduits 14 rue Baylis West, Rivière-Saint-Paul inswildberry@gmail.com Located in the sub-arctic region of the boreal forest, this Coop s bioprocessing facility is involved in research and development, and also harvests, processes and markets local wild berries and other forest products. Guests can go on guided tours of the facility and sample delicious and healthy wild berry jellies, syrups and purees, as well as explore the history and culture of the Lower North Shore on excursions into the surrounding area. Schedule: Year-round. [3] Bonne-Espérance 92 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,2] M. Malherbe, [3] E. Jones.

95 discover the region AROUND BASSE-CÔTE-NORD Whiteley Museum 302 boulevard de Bonne-Espérance, Bonne-Espérance , whiteleymuseum.com The history of Bonne-Espérance is closely associated with the cod fishing industry. Named in honour of William Henry Whiteley, inventor of the cod trap, the museum uses interpretive panels and artifacts to illustrate the history and way of life of the Lower North Shore residents. Visitors can learn more about Whiteley and his family, browse the selection of handmade souvenirs in the gift shop and sample local cuisine and beverages at the Cod Trap Café. [ 4] [4] Whiteley Museum In this region where nature is larger than life, the scallops are oversized too! Ferme de pétoncle $ Aqua Labadie Scallop Farm Bonne-espérance, Route 138, 45 min. west of Blanc-Sablon and the Labrador Ferry or satellite phone: aqualabadie@gmail.com The Aqua Labadie scallop farm specializes in marine farming giant scallops at their Salmon Bay facility in Bonne-Espérance. Choose one of two guided tours (from 1 to 2 hrs long), that take place either on land, or on both land and sea aboard a pontoon boat, where you can observe scallops, learn how they are grown and try the freshest scallops you ve ever tasted, accompanied by a glass of wine. Groups are welcome; coach parking available. Schedule: June to September. Reservations recommended. [ 5,6,7] Blanc-Sablon (Brador) population 70 Archeological digs near this village have uncovered thousands of objects associated with the large French trading post established by Augustin Le Gardeur de Courtemanche in the early 18 th century. Much earlier, Brador Bay was frequented by European fishermen. An interpretation centre recounts the story of this widespread industry. [5] Aqua Labadie Scallop Farm [6] Giant scallop tasting [7] Aqua Freedom Photos credits: [4] E. Jones, [5,6,7] Aqua Labadie. tourismecote-nord.com 93

96 discover the region AROUND BASSE-CÔTE-NORD [1] Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes Blanc-Sablon (Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon) population 690 With its health centre and administrative offices, this village is the main centre for this part of the Lower North Shore. The natural seaport is still used by fisherfolk, as can be seen from the fishing sheds and boats on the rocky shore. On the cape overlooking the town stands a statue of Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes. It was made in France and is draped with a rosary. In addition to this natural observation point, visitors are welcome at the environmental interpretation site, where they can observe whales, puffins, and icebergs. [ 1] Scheffer Museum $ Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes Church, Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon [2] Scheffer Museum Housed in the church, this museum recalls the life of Msgr Scheffer, who was the first vicar apostolic of Schefferville-Labrador from 1946 to Come and visit the new permanent exhibition, featuring artifacts, photographs and a video that bring the history of the region and the village to life. Average time: 20 min. Schedule: Varies by season. [ 2] Blanc-Sablon population 300? Near the village, archaeological digs have revealed the presence of Europeans as early as the 16 th century. A ferry service links Blanc-Sablon to Newfoundland year round, with daily sailings to St. Barbe from April to January and service to Corner Brook from January to April. Two km to the east is the 57 th meridian, which marks the boundary between Québec and Labrador. [ 3] 94 tourismecote-nord.com [3] Blanc-Sablon [4] Archaeological site Blanc-Sablon Archaeological Adventure $ 2 avenue Jacques-Cartier, Blanc-Sablon aventurearcheologique.com This archaeological outfit gives you the opportunity to dig in the Blanc-Sablon National Historic Site of Canada, where there is evidence of human habitation as far back as 8,000 years ago. Under the eagle eye of trained archaeologists, come and explore this beautiful site, located between the Brador Hills and the St. Lawrence River, visited by whales, seals and icebergs in the summer months. Your finds will help protect and raise awareness of this exceptional archaeological site. Average time: half a day. Schedule: July 23 to August 10. [ 4] Photos credits: [1,3] M. Malherbe, [2] M. Rochefort, [4] Archéo-Mamu Côte-Nord.

97 top things to do 96 Events 103 Culture & Heritage 103 Performance Venues 105 Arts, Crafts & Souvenir Shops 107 Shopping 109 Aboriginal Tourism 110 Nature & Outdoor Activities 110 Boating 111 Marinas & seaports 113 Whales & Marine Park 114 Cruises & Excursions 121 Sea Kayaking 123 Paddleboarding and Scuba Diving 124 Outdoor Recreation Discovery Trail 144 Bicycle Touring 147 Horseback Riding 148 Golfing 149 Health & Relaxation 150 Motorcycle Touring 151 Plane & Seaplane Tours and Karting 152 Quadding 153 Winter Fun 153 Snowmobiling 156 Winter Activities 158 Board Sports Photo credit: M. Loiselle.

98 top things to do EVENTS EVENTS Groove to a North-Coaster rhythm! Quoi faire Manicouagan quoifairemanicouagan.ca Wondering what to do in Manicouagan? It s easy! Go to the QuoiFaireManicouagan.ca (thingstodomanicouagan) online directory, where a single click takes you to all the region s events and excursions. April 26 to th Salon du livre de la Côte-Nord / North Shore Book Fair Cégep de Sept-Îles salondulivrecotenord.com This major book fair offers a varied lineup, with cultural programming that enables visitors to meet authors, get their books signed, attend seminars and round-table discussions and take part in many other interesting activities. May 3 to 6 Tournoi de volleyball Orange Alouette Sept-Îles tournoi-orange.com The biggest recreational event in Québec offers several classes in the competitive, participation and mini volleyball categories. It draws about 375 teams (men, women, 6 on 6) from all backgrounds. The public evening performances are also a must-see! 96 tourismecote-nord.com June 10 Trail du Boisé 2 nd edition Meeting point: Centre Henry Léonard, Baie-Comeau gestionspact.ca Get up close and personal with the Pointe-Saint-Gilles and Embruns trails! Race is all on trails in the woods, worthy of the best-known runners in Québec. Less experienced participants can run the 1 km, 2.5 km and 5 km on stone dust, gravel and clay trails. For a bigger challenge, run the 10 km or 25 km trails on similar surfaces, but with roots, rocks and other surprises. Come have fun with the locals! Photo credit: [Header] M. Pineault.

99 top things to do EVENTS June 26 to July 1 Baie-Comeau Painting Symposium Pavillon du Lac, 31 avenue Le Gardeur, Baie-Comeau For duration of event: sympobaiecomeau.ca Treat yourself to a cultural experience at Québec s most prestigious painting symposium, with over 30 artists and close to 300 paintings. Event highlights: an art exhibit, painting technique demonstrations, educational activities, entertainment, and opportunities to talk with the artists. [ 2] June 28 to July 1 35 e Tadoussac Song Festival J 180 rue de l Église, Tadoussac or chansontadoussac.com This internationally renowned event turns the village into a gigantic music festival, with music-lovers arriving from near and far to catch some of the 70 performances over the 4-day TadouFest. Over 40 performers from Europe, Québec and other provinces will perform at the festival s 15 intimate, picturesque venues. Amenities for festival-goers include a shuttle service, accommodation, food services and WiFi.[ 1] June 30, July 28, August 25 Moonlight Jazz Concerts Marine Environment Discovery Centre 41 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins odysseeartistique.jimdo.com Experience a unique, magical outdoor concert on the shores of the majestic St. Lawrence, under the full moon, with whale sounds in the background. Three multi-sensory musical adventures, presented by Odyssée Artistique. [ 3] July 5 to 8 Baie-Comeau North Shore Outdoor Festival Pioneers Park, Baie-Comeau festivaleaugrandair.com The typical North Shore outdoor festival features musical performances by well-known artists, entertainment for the whole family, sports activities and local product tastings. [1] Tadoussac Song Festival [2] Baie-Comeau Painting Symposium [3] Moonlight Jazz Concerts July 6 to 8 Sacré-Coeur Family Festival municipalite.sacre-cœur.qc.ca Enjoy family fun in a festive setting, with activities for people of all ages. Comedy show in the evening. Photos credits: [1] B. Lemeunier, [2] Sympo Baie-Comeau, [3] Odyssée Artistique. tourismecote-nord.com 97

100 top things to do EVENTS July 7 Baie-Comeau Desjardins Marathon Pioneers Park, Baie-Comeau marathonbaiecomeau.com Runners can choose between the 1, 5, 10, 21.1 and 42.2 km routes at the first year of the marathon, and the second year of this uniquely North Shore event. July 12 to 15 Historic Pier Festival Sept-Îles vieuxquaienfete.com This free family festival features some 75 activities over four days, including shows, street entertainers, inflatable games and surprises galore! July 18 to th Classical Music Festival Les Bergeronnes Church odysseeartistique.jimdo.com Five days of intimate performances in this centuryold, wooden church, renowned for its exceptional acoustics. The event has something for everyone: advanced music workshops, discovery and art workshops, exhibitions, musical brunches, and a varied lineup of evening concerts. [ 1] July 19 to 22 Festival de la Famille / Family Festival 1769 rue de l Anse, Havre-Saint-Pierre festivaldelafamille.com 2018 marks the 20 th edition of the Havre-Saint-Pierre festival, a fun-filled annual event where families can come and enjoy themselves by the sea. Everyone welcome! July 20 to 22 Essipit Pow Wow zò 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit or vacancesessipit.com The 53 rd edition of this annual event features activities, games and family-style entertainment, including a comedy night. On Saturday evening, wellknown artists put on a mega-show, with fireworks, music and dancing. Kuei! from Essipit! July 27 to 29 Pointe-aux-Outardes KiteFest Parc Nature de Pointe-aux-Outardes (Parc Nature) 4, rue Labrie parcnature.com For nearly 10 years, this family-friendly party has welcomed over 1,000 people. Kitesurfers come from across Québec for the long sandy beaches, and to put on a colourful display. Visitor amenities include a cafeteria, campground and shuttle, family-friendly events, and healthy lifestyle activities. Come with your kite and celebrate the power of the sea and the wind! July 28 Moonlight Jazz Concerts See page 97. July 28 and 29 Animation de la Promenade (boardwalk entertainment) Les Escoumins escoumins.ca [1] Classical Music Festival 98 tourismecote-nord.com The scenic Escoumins Boardwalk always has lovely views of the bay. This weekend, it comes alive with music, mascots and a variety of artisans who set up booths to display the fruits of their labour. In the evening, the event moves indoors for some country cooking and musical performances. Photo credit: [1] Odyssée Artistique P. Rambaud.

101 top things to do EVENTS August 2 to 4 Côte-Nord Beer Festival Pioneers Park, Baie-Comeau festivalbierecotenord.com Baie-Comeau invites you to explore the fascinating world of beer during this event-filled weekend. Come and savour Québec craft brewery products and enjoy the musical performances in a warm and lively atmosphere. See website for schedule. August 2 to 5 Innu Nikamu Festival zò Rue Innut (outdoor site), Maliotenam (Mani-Utenam) innunikamu.ca The 34 rd edition of the biggest Aboriginal traditional and contemporary music festival in eastern North America invites artists from different nations to take the festival stage. Come meet members of the First Peoples and share in their heritage and culture! [ 2] August 4 La Feria de Port-Cartier Family Festival or villeport-cartier.com McCormick Island, in the heart of town, comes to life during this festival, which offers an exciting lineup of family activities for locals and visitors alike. Don t miss the evening outdoor shows by well-known artists! August 9 to 12 The Legend of Innucadie zò Storytelling Festival 17 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan festivalinnucadie@gail.com For three days in August, the Legend of Innucadie Storytelling Festival brings an exceptional event to Natashquan. This charming village is surrounded by beaches, natural swimming spots, taiga and rivers. Nicknamed the jewel of the St. Lawrence, Innucadie provides a meeting place where two peoples the Innu and the Acadians can meet on shared ground and underneath the same sky. We find inspiration in our acceptance of each other s differences and in the work of renowned poet and singer/songwriter Gilles Vigneault. [2] Innu Nikamu Festival August 10 to 12 Traditional Pessamit Pow Wow Soccer Field - 2 rue Kepatakan, Pessamit powwowpessamit@gmail.com Pessamit s traditional pow wow is a long-standing community event for the Innu who share their culture and spirituality through this touching ceremony. August 15 to 19 UCI Para-Cycling Road World Cup Meeting point: Le Plateau, Mingan, Baie-Comeau gestionspact.ca The Cup returns in 2018 with a new start-finish line and a new 9.45 km route through Mingan to discover the Manicouagan River and its surrounding area. More than 200 athletes from 25 countries will come to Baie-Comeau to compete and open a window onto the world for the inhabitants, who will provide a traditional North Shore welcome. Join the fans and participants to keep pace with the athletes. A unique event in North America that celebrates overcoming physical limitations! Photo credit: [2] Innu Nikamu Festival. tourismecote-nord.com 99

102 top things to do EVENTS August 16 to 19 North Shore Country Music Festival Parc de la rive Campground 197 rue de Baie-Saint-Ludger, Pointe-aux-Outardes , festivalcountrydesnord-cotiers.com Country music fans are passionate about their music! This fun festival features professional performances including a Shania Twain tribute! dance lessons and horseback riding, plus games, contests, and exhibits. Various packages available. August 24 to 26 Wind Sports Festival Boisvert headland beach, Longue-Rive ext. 223 festiventlonguerive.com This beach offers the perfect conditions for adventure sports like kitesurfing, kiting, sand buggying, and powered paragliding. Enjoy watching the athletes skill as the kites dance in the wind. Reception services, camping, and festival schedule available on site. [ 1] August 24 to 26 Sacré-Coeur Gymkhana municipalite.sacre-coeur.qc.ca Enjoy family fun in a festive setting, with activities for people of all ages. Comedy show in the evening. August 25 Moonlight Jazz Concerts See page tourismecote-nord.com [1] Wind Sports Festival August 31 to September 3 Groulx Mountain Cleanup Amis des Monts Groulx amisdesmontsgroulx.com The 19 th version of this annual gathering brings together volunteers who are committed to protecting and promoting these mountains. This communal effort, open to all, is a perfect opportunity to explore this beautiful wilderness and share the pleasures of the great outdoors.[ 2] September 1 and 2 Les Escoumins Marine Festival Marine Environment Discovery Centre 41 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins , An exciting lineup of activities enables festivalgoers to discover the unique underwater world of the Escoumins region, its varied marine life and astonishing treasures. See Facebook page for details. September 6 to 9 Sept-Iles en mots Word Festival Vieux-Poste de Sept-Îles septilesenmots@hotmail.com The Sept-Îles en mots Word Festival showcases the spoken and written words of both local First Nations artists and those from further afield. September 7 to 9 Tadoussac Paint Happening 123 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac happeningtadoussac.ca This event brings together locally, nationally, and internationally renowned painters who willingly pool their talents to immortalize Tadoussac s many charms. Free admission to the event s 11 exhibition venues; cover charge for dinner-show. September 8 Rosaire Roy Half Marathon Port-Cartier or triathlondeportcartier.com/rosaire-roy For the past 26 years, this friendly sports competition in Port-Cartier has been welcoming runners and walkers of all ages for the 500 m (youth category), 1, 2.5, 5, 10, 15 (new category) and 21-km events. Registration online. Photo credit: [1] Festivent.

103 top things to do EVENTS September 13 to 16 Côte-Nord Migratory Bird Festival 750 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac or festivalmigrateurs.com Bird enthusiasts and experts gather here in the fall to watch the annual migration. On the dunes themselves or in nearby birding locations, they take part in activities such as excursions, cultural events and seminars by experts from the OOT (Observatoire d oiseaux de Tadoussac). See website for details on the 10 th edition of this festival. September 15 and 16 Envol d automne / Autumn flight - Parc Nature Parc Nature de Pointe-aux-Outardes (Parc Nature) 4 rue Labrie parcnature.com On the official site of the Côte-Nord Migratory Bird Festival, the park holds a special event to celebrate the park s biodiversity. Come and observe 255 species of birds pass through the park, against a backdrop of brightly coloured fall foliage. Named one of the five best birdwatching sites in Québec, the varied lineup of activities is sure to please nature lovers from far and wide. [ 3] November 16 and 17 Close at Hand Art Show Sacré-Cœur municipalite.sacre-coeur.qc.ca Come and admire the work of artists, creators and craftspeople, all under one roof. December 8 and 9 Christmas Trail 170 rue Principale, Portneuf-sur-Mer portneuf-sur-mer.ca Costumed actors take visitors along wooded trails and tell them magical tales, all with a Christmas theme. These surprising, colourful stories rekindle memories for those who know the village; first-time visitors will discover a fascinating, new world! [2] Groulx Mountain Cleanup [3] Birdwatching January 17 to 27 Cinoche, Baie-Comeau International Film Festival Ciné-Centre, 600 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau festivalcinoche.ca Over 30 art-house films are presented in 4 theatres over 10 days. Programming includes Images on Ice, a series of outdoor screenings on a giant screen made of snow; film talks with famous guests enrich the festival experience. In 2018, Cinoche will celebrate 30 years of existence. January 17 to 27 Festival du film Sept-Îles Film Festival - Ciné avenue Évangeline, Sept-Îles cine7.ca In January, Sept-Îles falls in love with the movies by presenting a varied lineup of films from around the world as well as special activities, meetings with actors, shorts, lectures and films projected on an ice wall! Photos credits: [2] Amis des Monts Groulx, [3] D. Coulombe. tourismecote-nord.com 101

104 top things to do EVENTS February 23 Boréal Loppet Cross-country Ski Race 223 route 138 West, Forestville borealloppet.ca A cross-country ski race for athletes and families, with routes for all ages and all levels. A fatbike race has also been added. Check website for details. [ 3] February 28 to March 3 Festival des Hivernants / Fur Traders Winter Festival Vieux-Poste de Sept-Îles, rue Shimun via boulevard des Montagnais or tourismeseptiles.ca The theme of the Fur Traders Winter Festival is those traders from a bygone era who stayed at the Historic Trading Post through the long, cold winter. This multigenerational festival brings together Aboriginal and non-aboriginal people through original activities that focus on culture, the outdoors, snow and just generally enjoying winter. [ 1] March 2019 (Date to be confirmed) Snocross Baie-Comeau Henry-Leonard Centre 70 rue Michel-Hémon, Baie-Comeau J [1] Fur Traders Winter Festival After a hugely successful event in Port-Cartier last year, the best of North Shore snowmobile racers are competing in the region s 2016 SCMX snocross event. This year s 2-day, 2-stage event takes place in Baie-Comeau. March 23 to 25 Taiga 200 Dogsled Race Challenge Fermont Tourist Association 3 venelle 5, Fermont defitaiga.ca [2] Taiga 200 Dogsled Race Challenge 102 tourismecote-nord.com [3] Boréal Loppet A weekend in the great outdoors awaits you north of the 52 nd parallel. Bring the whole family to Fermont for some outdoor winter fun: tubing, snowmobile and snowblower races, outdoor concerts, and fireworks at the end of the day. An additional attraction this year: the longest sled dog race in eastern Canada, the Taïga Challenge, attracts participants from all over Eastern North America. Come and encourage the mushers and their teams as they speed through a spectacular winter landscape on their 200-km journey. Fermont is a paradise for dogsledders. Every year the very best attend this event; the only thing missing is you![ 2] Come and watch the longest dogsledding race in Eastern Canada. Photos credits: [1] Tourisme Sept-Îles, [2] J. Blanchette, [3] Boréal Loppet.

105 top things to do PERFORMANCE VENUES CULTURE & HERITAGE Performance Venues Baie-Comeau Baie-Comeau Arts Centre rue de Bretagne, Baie-Comeau centredesartsbc.com A major venue for the performing arts, the Centre boasts two topnotch performance spaces. The main theatre is an 840-seat hall that presents major shows by leading artists: Espace Alcoa is a multi-purpose venue that can accommodate up to 500 people, in either cabaret-style bleachers or standing room seats. The Baie-Comeau Arts Centre also houses a branch of the Alice Lane Library, as well as regional music and dance organizations. Schedule: Open year-round. See website for details. [ 4,5] [4] Baie-Comeau Arts Centre [5] Show at the Baie-Comeau Arts Centre Photos credits: [Header] Envirofoto, [4,5] A. Pelletier. Port-Cartier Graffiti Café-Theatre 2 50 chemin des Îles, Île McCormick, Port-Cartier legraffiti.ca Ticket Office: or With over forty shows a year, this intimate downtown venue is well-known for its varied lineup. A member of the North Shore Film Club Network, it also shows a selection of repertory films. In summer, there is regional cuisine, a bar, and exhibits by local artists. Kitchen closes at 7 p.m. Schedule: Events year-round. June to August; closed Mondays and Tuesdays. [ 1 p.104] p.59 tourismecote-nord.com 103

106 top things to do PERFORMANCE VENUES Sept-Îles Salle Jean-Marc-Dion boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or spectacle-sept-iles.com info@sallejmd.com [1] Graffiti Café-Theatre Renowned for its friendly atmosphere and dedicated team, Jean-Marc-Dion Hall offers standout programming in all the performing arts. A major venue for 25 years now, it focuses on developing audiences and showcasing bold artistic works. 24-hour online ticketing. [ 2] Havre-Saint-Pierre Shed-à-Morue Screening Centre 951 rue de la Berge, Havre-Saint-Pierre havresaintpierre.com [2] Jean-Marc-Dion Performance Venue Conveniently located in the centre of the city s tourist and cultural attractions, this seaside entertainment venue presents film screenings and an exciting schedule of live events that include a carefully selected mix of dance, music and theatre that s bound to please! On summer evenings, check out the local talent at the Soirées Cayennes evenings. Find out what s on when you re next in town. [ 3] Whether for a large or a small audience, performances always convey more than a hint of local pride. Natashquan [3] Shed-à-Morue Screening Centre Échourie Café-Bistro 55 allée des Galets, Natashquan Ticket Office: , comspecnatashquan@gmail.com J Located on the Les Galets heritage site, this venue boasts a beachfront terrace with lovely ocean views and a nautical atmosphere where regional specialties and bistro-style dishes are served. This well-known, intimate space has just over 105 seats and doubles as a performance venue for local and visiting performers. On performance nights, the kitchen closes at 7 p.m. Schedule: June to September. [ 4] [4] Échourie Café-Bistro 104 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,4] Optik 360, [2] S. Gougeon, [3] Shed-à-Morue.

107 top things to do ARTS, CRAFTS & SOUVENIR SHOPS Arts, Crafts & Souvenir Shops Tadoussac Aquilon Regional Market and Souvenir Shop 251 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac lagalouine.com This shop sells a range of Québec products, including arts and crafts, clothing, jewellery, and regional products. Terroir Boréal regional specialties can also be tasted and purchased, so you can take some delicious North Shore foods home with you. AML Boutique 177 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac croisieresaml.com This souvenir shop sells jewellery, clothing, postcards, and books. Croisières AML cruise tickets can also be purchased here. Les Savons de l atelier Handmade Soaps 706 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac belzileclaude@videotron.ca This artisanal workshop produces completely handmade, all-natural soaps made from Charlevoix goat s milk, vegetable oils, natural fragrances and essential oils. Their restorative vitamins and minerals will moisturize and nourish your skin. An original, exclusive range of handmade soaps that will bring pleasure to your daily routine. CIMM (Marine Mammal Interpretation 3 Centre) Gift Shop 108 rue de la Cale-Sèche, Tadoussac gremm.org Get excited about marine mammals! Gift shop profits are used to fund research on the St. Lawrence whales. La Malécite Boutique z 195 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac This boutique features an Aboriginal-themed décor and selection, including souvenirs, arts and crafts, sculptures and clothing. Croisières AML cruise tickets can also be purchased here. Nima Boutique 231 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac This boutique is proud to offer original items by local artists and artisans, including clothing, jewellery, local arts and crafts, gift ideas, kitchen items, and souvenirs. Croisières AML cruise tickets can also be purchased here. G. Hovington Sculptures 438 rue du Bateau-Passeur (Route 138), Tadoussac sculpturesghovington.com Visit Gaétan Hovington s studio-boutique and discover his fascinating wood sculptures. This Tadoussac native is renowned for his lifelike representations of local animals and people. Essipit Innu Art and Crafts 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit vacancesessipit.com z Come and choose from a selection of authentic and original creations by local and visiting artisans: dream catchers, moccasins, paintings, prints, sculptures, jewellery and clothing. Also for sale: books of local tales, legends and stories, and traditional items made from moose antlers, bear teeth and porcupine quills, as well as regional specialty foods: jellies, jams, teas, syrups and a delicious salad dressing. Say Kuei to Essipit! [ 5] [5] Innu arts and crafts, Essipit Photo credit: [5] Entreprises Essipit. tourismecote-nord.com 105

108 top things to do ARTS, CRAFTS & SOUVENIR SHOPS Forestville ÉCO-ART Workshop-Boutique 182 route 138 East, Forestville marchandedesable.com Discover the unusual art pieces designed by Rose- Marie Gallant, the Sand Woman (aka Marchande de Sable) and Michel Tremblay, painter and stained-glass artist. Inspired by treasures found on the beach, they create sand and glass items such as art bottles, sand paintings, Tiffany-style lamps made from beach glass, and glass melts and mosaics. Customized creative workshops are also offered. Follow us on Facebook. Schedule: Open year-round. Pointe-aux-Outardes Ferécho Creations 132 rue de Baie-Saint-Ludger, Pointe-aux-Outardes The name of this studio-boutique refers to the echoes or allusions - to animals, North Shore culture, the outdoors - that Marius Blais brings to life from repurposed scrap metal and other unwanted objects. The artisan s one-of-a-kind pieces make us reflect on the footprint we leave on the world, because he believes that art must promote environmental awareness. In a small but important way, acquiring a Ferécho piece helps preserve the planet for future generations. [ 1] Pointe-Lebel Lebel-Art Boutique 15 rue Chouinard, Pointe-Lebel , This boutique features the work of two passionate artists: Suzanne Valois, who uses a variety of original techniques to breathe life into any material she turns her hand to; and Réjean Tanguay, who works with wood and moose antlers to create unique, high-quality animal sculptures. Through their work, you will be touched by the North Shore s beauty and untamed spirit. The nearby boardwalk, public beach and campground round out your visit to this scenic destination. Sept-Îles Au Petit Mouton Wool Shop 406 avenue Brochu, Sept-Îles aupetitmouton@hotmail.com This adorable store sells everything you need for your next knitting, crocheting, sewing or embroidery project, including wool, fabric and all kinds of supplies. We stock the best brands in the seven most common types of wool, and advice to help you make your choice. Take advantage of your time in Sept-Îles to browse our crafts section, where you will find delightful creations by over a dozen local artisans. Schedule: Year-round. Ô Muses Gift Shop boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles mrcn.qc.ca Visitors and residents alike will find a wide selection of quality products at this boutique, including works by North Shore artists and artisans, jewellery, greeting cards, books, historical pamphlets and regional specialty foods. Schedule: June 25 to Labour Day, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; check the website for store hours for the rest of the year. Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Loiselle Family Gift Shop and Ticket Office 207 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan or tourisme-loiselle.com Take advantage of your stay at Minganie Campground to discover the region and pick up a fun souvenir or unusual gift. Sign up for a Mingan Islands cruise, register at our seaside campground, and check out our selection of crafts and clothing. Schedule: May to Mid-September. Havre-Saint-Pierre Place des artisans 997 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre havresaintpierre.com The perfect spot to find original creations handcrafted in our region! In summer, you might even be lucky enough to see the artists at work. Schedule: Open year-round, variable hours. p tourismecote-nord.com

109 top things to do SHOPPING Natashquan Un air de par ici Gallery and Boutique 24 rue des Galets, Natashquan Come and browse the original creations of artists and artisans from near and far, full of the distinctive spirit of Natashquan and North Shore. Stroll along Chemin des Galets and enjoy the town s distinctive sights and sounds as you shop for souvenirs: ceramics, photographs, paintings (watercolours and oils), lithographs, sculptures, soaps, maps, books, CDs and T-shirts. Schedule: June 24 to late August, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. North Shore artists and craftspeople and inspired by the land to breathe life into different materials. Shopping [1] Ferécho Creations Baie-Comeau Baie-Comeau Mall 300 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau galeriesbaiecomeau.com Located in the Marquette sector, this shopping centre houses a bank, a grocery store, a drugstore, a liquor store and various other businesses. Schedule: Open year-round, 7 days a week. Manicouagan Shopping Centre 600 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau centremanicouagan.com This place is a great shopping destination, with nearly 50 stores and services, including a Walmart and a Maxi grocery store. The food court has a friendly atmosphere and a variety of options to choose from. The mall provides a number of services to make your shopping experience more pleasant and, above all, hassle-free: family parking, nursing room, stroller, wheelchair and walker rental. Schedule: Open year-round. [2] G. Hovington Sculptures Sept-Îles Brassard Buro 25 rue Napoléon, Sept-Îles or buroplus.ca Stationery and office supplies, furniture, lighting, and home décor. Sale and repair. Schedule: Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Montagnais Galleries 1005 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles galeriesmontagnaises.com z The only Aboriginal-owned shopping centre in Québec. Photos credits: [1] Ferécho Creations, [2] Sculptures G. Hovington. tourismecote-nord.com 107

110 EXPLORE THE ABORIGINAL NORTH SHORE! Lendemain de trôle From Essipit to Pakua Shipi: 26 Innu tourism experiences await you! Did you know that Innu means human being in their mother language? 108 tourismecote-nord.com Mathieu Dupuis Luc Leclerc See the complete list quebecaboriginal.com

111 top things to do ABORIGINAL TOURISM Aboriginal Tourism You re invited to sample traditional foods such as bannock, dried caribou, and salmon, and learn about this people s ancestral rituals by visiting the various centres, museums, and churches of the different North Shore Innu communities. Aboriginal Communities Essipit Essipit - Pop. 260 Pessamit Pessamit - Pop. 2,400 Sept-Îles Uashat Uashat - Pop. 1,597 Sept-Îles Maliotenam Mani-Utenam - Pop. 1,442 Mingan Ekuanitshit - Pop. 456 Natashquan Nutashkuan - Pop. 856 La Romaine Unamen Shipu - Pop. 1,013 Saint-Augustin Pakua Shipu - Pop. 230 Schefferville Kawawachikamach - Pop. 657 Schefferville Matimekush - Pop. 622 Québec Aboriginal Tourism 50 boulevard Maurice-Bastien, Suite 510, Wendake or tourismeautochtone.com From Essipit to Pakua Shipi, Tourisme Autochtone Québec/Québec Aboriginal Tourism invites you to experience the multiple facets of a rich and authentic culture that combines age-old traditions and contemporary ways. See what the Innu, and Québec s 10 other Aboriginal nations, have to offer throughout Aboriginal Québec: ethno-cultural tourism, arts and crafts, hunting and fishing, cruises, unusual accommodation, and much more. p.108 Institut Tshakapesh zñò 1034 avenue Brochu, Uashat or tshakapesh.ca In order to preserve the Innu language and culture also promote an open to the world context, the Institut Tshakapesh pursues its mission of providing regional Innu communities with quality language, culture and education services, so all its clients may achieve success. Glossary of Common Innu Words and Expressions The «e» is pronounced [ā] and the «u» is pronounced [ō]. English Goodbye Have a nice day! Hello Hello, Mr. X Hello, Ms. X How are you? How much does it cost? No Thank you Welcome What is your name? Where are you from? Yes One (1) Two (2) Three (3) Innu Iame! Tshima minu-takushinin! Kuei! Kuei Utshimau! Kuei Utshimashkueu! Tan eshpanin? Tan e tuakanit? Mauat! Tshinashkumitin! Tshima minu-takushinin! Tan esshinikashuin? Tanine uetshian? Eshe! Peiku Nishu Nishtu Source: ICEM and Shaputuan [1] Traditional Innu ceremony Photo credit: [1] Envirofoto. tourismecote-nord.com 109

112 top things to do BOATING NATURE & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES The pure sea air is calling you! [1] Tadoussac Marina Boating Nautical Stations A nautical station is a location that provides easy access to a multitude of marine activities, including canoe/kayaking, cruises, water-themed fun, excursions, marinas, maritime heritage and much more. The North Shore boasts two nautical stations: one on the Upper North Shore and one in Manicouagan. Together they encompass about 20 sites offering a wide variety of marine activities on numerous bodies of water. For more information, visit quebecstationsnautiques.com. St. Lawrence Water Trail The water trail is both a navigable route on the St. Lawrence designed to accommodate small craft, and a network of boat launches, rest areas and campsites. Order the map you need to plan your trip from the Fédération québécoise du canot et du kayak: , sentiermaritime.ca. Information is also available from the Comité ZIP de la rive nord de l estuaire: , zipnord.qc.ca (in French only). [2] Anse-de-Roche Marina 110 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header], [1] M. Loiselle, [2] G. Lapointe.

113 top things to do MARINAS & SEAPORTS Marinas & Seaports The wide range of water-based activities along the shores of the St. Lawrence makes the North Shore a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. Whether you arrive by land or water, the region s marinas and seaports offer topnotch infrastructure and services and make the perfect starting point for an outing to the region s magnificent coves and bays to admire its breathtaking seascapes. Les Bergeronnes Les Bergeronnes Marina 498 rue de la Mer, Les Bergeronnes marinabergeronnes.com The all-new marina is a peaceful and safe place to stop for a day or longer. Visitors are welcomed by an enthusiastic team, and have access to facilities such as restrooms, showers, water, electricity, laundry facilities and a boat launchemin There are about 20 pleasure boat slips available. Schedule: June to early October. For reservations, write to essipit@marinabergeronnes.com. Tadoussac Tadoussac Marina 100 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac Located in one of the world s most beautiful bays, the Tadoussac marina offers a variety of services, including a restaurant/bar with indoor and outdoor decks, a fueling station (gas and diesel, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.), laundry facilities, and showers. The marina boasts a 3-anchor rating aand a 3 water droplet certification for its environmental impact. A municipal boat ramp is available for small craft users. During the summer, several events are held here. [ 1] The majestic fjord and estuary, and the marinas in the village centre, welcome everyone who loves the sea! Sacré-Cœur L Anse-de-Roche Yacht Club chemin de l Anse-de-Roche, Sacré-Cœur or Located at the L Anse-de-Roche Pier, this yacht club provides a variety of services, including parking, washrooms, a launch ramp for kayaks, sailboats, and powerboats (up to 32 ft.), a 26-slip marina, and the Bistro du Fjord restaurant and bar. [ 2] Sept-Îles Port of Sept-Îles 1 Quai Monseigneur-Blanche, Sept-Îles portsi.com Delivering the best to our world. One of North America s largest ore-handling ports, the port of Sept-Îles is characterized by its deep waters and 10-km wide semi-circular bay. It also has fourteen docks, nine of which are owned by the port. Open year-round, nearly 25 million tons of cargo are handled there every year. Havre-Saint-Pierre Havre-Saint-Pierre Port 1010 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre porthsp.ca Standing on a wharf at the port of Havre-Saint-Pierre, visitors have a unique opportunity to admire the islands in the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve and catch a glimpse of the whales or seals that characterize the region. Located on the North Shore at the mouth of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, this port can accommodate ships, barges, cargo vessels and fishing boats as well as national and international cruises. tourismecote-nord.com 111

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115 top things to do WHALES & THE MARINE PARK Whales & the Marine Park Saguenay St. Lawrence 3 Marine Park (Parks Canada) 182 rue de l Église, Tadoussac or marinepark.qc.ca The Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park is known as one of the best places in the world to see whales. These magnificent animals come here for the abundant food found in the St. Lawrence that enables them to build up their energy reserves. The Marine Park was created to protect this rich ecosystem, from the seabed to the water surface. [ 1] pp.2,112 Regulations for observation activities at sea: A gift for the future! The regulations for observation activities at sea were developed in partnership with excursion companies and are intended to minimize human disturbance of marine mammals. Certain factors can disturb the whales, such as a concentration of boats nearby, sudden approaches and abrupt changes of direction. General provisions A limited number of permits are issued to excursion companies. Permit holders must identify their boat with a Marine Park flag. Pleasure boaters, kayakers and excursion company permit holders must keep a certain distance from whales. [1] An unforgettable experience on the water The speed limit in the Marine Park is 25 knots (46 km/h). However, speeds must be reduced when marine mammals are present. Any collision with a marine mammal must be reported to Parks Canada park wardens by calling It is forbidden to fly over the Marine Park at an altitude of less than metres (2,000 feet). Please note! The St. Lawrence beluga and blue whale populations are endangered. For this reason, boats must keep a minimum distance of 400 metres from these species. They may also be observed from the shore. These regulations on marine observation activities ensure that your experience is an eco-friendly one. Enjoy your excursion! Your reference for whale news and facts Photo credit: [1] M. Loiselle. tourismecote-nord.com 113

116 top things to do CRUISES & EXCURSIONS Cruises & Excursions Tadoussac [1] Whale watching [2] Grand Fleuve near Prince Shoal Lighthouse [3] Marsouin II AML Cruises 3Õ$ 177 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac (Departure from Tadoussac Pier) or croisieresaml.com Adventure in 24- and 60-passenger Zodiac-style boats Join us aboard one of our specially equipped Zodiacs for a breathtaking natural experience. Our boats give passengers a 360-degree view that is ideally suited for whale watching. Your naturalist-captain takes you safely into this spectacular environment, providing opportunities for up-close encounters with the whales and giving you a new appreciation of the St. Lawrence plant and animal life. Guaranteed thrills! Schedule: 2- and 2.5-hour cruises from May to October; up to 9 departures daily. [ 1,3] p.1 Luxury in the AML Grand Fleuve sightseeing vessel (695-passenger capacity) and the AML Zéphyr (300-passenger capacity) Enjoy the unforgettable experience of an encounter with the whales in exceptional comfort aboard the best sightseeing boats in Canada. Our experienced bilingual naturalists share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you as they introduce you to the marine mammals that inhabit the St. Lawrence. The excursion ends with a trip up the majestic Saguenay Fjord. Schedule: 3-hour cruises from May to September; up to 9 departures daily. [ 2] Discover the Fjord Boat Tours Board the AML Zéphyr for a breathtaking cruise on the Saguenay Fjord, where you will be astounded by the area s sheer cliffs, picturesque islands and spectacular waterfalls! A wonderful opportunity to experience true natural splendour and the extraordinary legacy left behind by the ice age. Schedule: July to October. [ 4] [4] Zéphyr in Saguenay Fjord 114 tourismecote-nord.com Visit baleineendirect.org for the latest whale-related news Photos credits: [1,2,3,4] AML.

117 top things to do CRUISES & EXCURSIONS Les Bergeronnes Essipit Cruises 498 rue de la Mer, Les Bergeronnes or vacancesessipit.com $ z Get ready for an encounter with the majestic whales that travel through the deep, food-rich waters of the Laurentian Channel. See whales in complete safety and comfort aboard one of five 12-passenger Zodiacs or one 36-passenger boat, all piloted by experienced naturalist-captains. Book at the Reservation and Information Centre (46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit) and at Les Bergeronnes Marina (Archéo Topo Centre), also the cruise departure point. Schedule: 2-hour cruises from June 8 to October 9. Group rates available. Reservations recommended. [ 5,6] p.c-4 [5] Essipit Cruises Les Bergeronnes and Les Escoumins Neptune Cruises $ 507 rue du Boisé, Les Bergeronnes or croisieresneptune.net Neptune s captains use their insight and experience to guide you to the best whale-watching spots aboard one of the company s 12-, 24- and 48-passenger Zodiacs. For greater comfort, opt for the glass-covered, 48-passenger model with a 360-degree view. Services and departures: shuttle bus between Les Bergeronnes and Les Escoumins Pilots Wharf. Service point located at the intersection of Route 138 and Rue des Pilotes. Ticket office and shop selling a range of items at both locations. Schedule: 2-hour cruises from May to October. Reservations recommended. See website for details. [ 7] below [6] Essipit Cruises [7] One of Neptune Cruises glass-covered boats Photos credits: [5,6] M. Loiselle, [7] J. Larouche. tourismecote-nord.com 115

118 top things to do CRUISES & EXCURSIONS Les Escoumins St. Lawrence Écumeurs Cruises $ 31 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins or lesecumeurs.com [1] St. Lawrence Écumeurs Whale watching from our 12-passenger Zodiac-style boat ensures you top-quality, personalized service. Cruises depart from the scenic and safe wharf at Les Escoumins near Tadoussac, just across from the main whale feeding grounds. Private monitored parking lot and services. Schedule: 2-hour cruises from June to October; 4 departures daily. [ 1] Escoumins Cruises $ 35 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins BALEINE ( ) croisierebaleine.ca [2] Escoumins Cruises Hop aboard one of our new, safer, more environmentally- and family-friendly Zodiacs designed for easier observation. Les Escoumins is THE whale-watching destination in Quebec. Whale sightings guaranteed or your money refunded! We use local boat captains and offer bilingual commentary by experienced naturalists, themed and VIP cruises, and charters. The boarding area offers the following services and amenities: secure free parking, picnic area and fast-food restaurants, restrooms, private dock and motorhome stopover, and the most beautiful on-shore whale-watching location of the Saguenay-Saint-Laurent Marine Park. Our mission: To provide friendly service and a pleasant experience! Average length: 2 hours. Schedule: June to October. [ 2] 116 tourismecote-nord.com [3] Blue whale [4] Mériscope Marine Research Station Mériscope Marine Research Station $ 37 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins , meriscope.com Take part in a scientific cruise aboard an 8-passenger Zodiac in the company of dedicated and enthusiastic marine biologists, and dive into the whale s underwater world. Mériscope, a whale research organization dedicated to protecting the marine environment, takes you into the heart of blue whale and minke feeding grounds. Trilingual guides share their knowledge of whales, birds, and the marine environment they inhabit. Talks and packages upon request. Average length: 5 hours. Schedule: June to October. [ 4] Photos credits: [1] Les Écumeurs du Saint-Laurent, [2] Croisière Escoumins, [3] Y. Demers, [4] Mériscope.

119 top things to do CRUISES & EXCURSIONS Baie-Comeau and Godbout M/V F.-A.-Gauthier Société des traversiers du Québec 14 route Maritime, Baie-Comeau 117 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout Admin.: 1410 rue de Matane-sur-Mer, Matane or traversiers.com Now, you no longer have to choose between the Gaspé region (on the South Shore) and the North Shore. The M/V F.-A.-Gauthier ferry takes passengers over the waters of the majestic St. Lawrence in comfort and style. The gourmet bistro features tasty snacks, local seafood dishes and microbrewery beers. Other onboard amenities include an outdoor deck and panorama lounges, gift shop and children s playroom. Schedule: 2 to 4 crossings daily. Average length: 2 hrs 15 mins. Rates: Round-trip fares available; visit the website for more details. Reservations recommended for vehicles and groups of 15 or more. [ 5,6] inside back cover $ Ânä Witness impressive seascapes on your crossing aboard the M/V F.-A.-Gauthier. [5] Dining on the M/V F.-A.-Gauthier [6] M/V F.-A.-Gauthier Sept-Îles Croisières du Capitaine (cruises) $ Avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles, across from the marina Ticket office at Vieux-Quai Park or lescroisieresducapitaine.com The goal of this company is to help tourists and locals alike learn about the history of the Sept-Îles Archipelago and the incredibly diverse marine life that calls it home. On board the company s inflatable boats, you can try spotting the approximately 30 local seabird species, such as razorbills. If we re lucky, we might see different species of whales, seals and dolphins. If you take our shuttle service from the Sept-Îles marina to Grande Basque Island, you can stay a while and enjoy guided or self-guided hikes, strolling among the tidal pools and camping. Departures: from Sept-Îles marina. Schedule: Mid- June to September. Reservations recommended. [ 7] p.64 Photos credits: [5,6] STQ, [7] Les Croisières du Capitaine. [7] Croisières du Capitaine (cruises) tourismecote-nord.com 117

120 top things to do CRUISES & EXCURSIONS Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan [1] Excursions du Phare Excursions du Phare $ 126 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan or minganie.info After arriving at Mingan Islands on a safe and comfortable 12-passenger boat, ably piloted by experienced captains Marius and David, you can step into a world of unspoiled nature. Be amazed at the rich and diverse flora and fauna that you can identify with the help of friendly Parks Canada guides. Discover the park s famous monoliths, fish for sea urchins (subsequently released) and see puffins, seals, and whales. Schedule: May 1 to October 15. [ 1] p.79 The whole area is ideal for sighting puffins and whales and exploring unspoiled islands. Rivière-Saint-Jean [2] Famille Loiselle Excursions [3] A humpback whale looking at a MICS research boat Anticosti Cruises & Minganie Cruises $ Rue du quai croisieresanticosti.ca See Atlantic puffins, whales, and seals in the Mingan Archipelago. Discover Anticosti Island (the jewel of the St. Lawrence, home to thousands of white-tailed deer), Port-Menier, Baie-Sainte-Claire and hear tales of shipwrecks past.. Captain Renault Parisée is your guide aboard his 34-foot (11-metre) Zodiac. Activities: Anticosti Island and Mingan Archipelago cruises, whale and seabird watching. 118 tourismecote-nord.com Famille Loiselle Excursions $ 207 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan (departures: across from the church) tourisme-loiselle.com Let the Loiselle family introduce you to a world of unforgettable beauty: the Mingan Islands! Explore the realm of puffins, seals and whales, fish for sea urchins and discover the park s famous monoliths aboard the 12-passenger Loup-Marin and Macareux, guided by an experienced local captain. Schedule: May to mid-september. Departures: 8 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m., and variable hours; check before you come. [ 2] p.79 Mingan Island Cetacean Study $ (MICS) Research Station 378 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan rorqual.com The Mingan Island Cetacean Study (MICS) research station is a non-profit organization dedicated to studying the whales. To raise awareness of these marine mammals, they have an interpretation centre, and they offer one-week, on-site stays so people can observe and take part in their research activities, either on land or sea. Schedule: June 11 to September 9. 4 visits per day. Call or for more information: mics@rorqual.com [ 3] p.80 Photos credits: [1] Excursions du Phare - B. Poirier, [2] E. Brotherton, [3] D. Gaspard MICS Photo.

121 top things to do CRUISES & EXCURSIONS Havre-Saint-Pierre Boréale Marine Services $ 1010 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre Departures: Havre-Saint-Pierre marina or smboreale.com 47-passenger capacity vessels: Mingan Archipelago cruises ranging from 3.5 hours to just over 5 hours in length, all including two stops in the archipelago. Interpretation by Parks Canada guides. Two boats are available: the Perroquet de Mer, and the Calculot. Schedule: Early June to late September, 1 to 3 departures daily. Packages available. [ 4] pp.81 and below [3] Boréale Marine Services vessel, the Perroquet de Mer Zodiac excursions: Excursions to observe Atlantic puffins in the eastern Mingan Archipelago, including a stop at the lighthouse on Petite Île au Marteau. Interpretation by Parks Canada guides. Departure: 8 a.m.; departure times vary at the start and end of the season. Schedule: 4-hour cruises from early June to late September. Packages available. [ 5] Zodiac riverbus: Get personalized access to the eastern and central islands of the Mingan Archipelago. Ideal for independent hikes, camping, a family picnic, or a diving excursion. Departures: 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.; departure times vary at the start and end of the season. Schedule: Mid-June to mid-september. Packages available. [ 6] [4] Boréale Marine Services, Zodiac-type vessel Beginner and experienced explorers alike are amazed by the stone giants known as monoliths. [5] Boréale Marine Services riverbus Photos credits: [4,5,6] Services Maritimes Boréale. tourismecote-nord.com 119

122 Côte-Nord Relais Nordik $ Â D h, º relaisnordik.com Experience life on board a cargo-passenger ship that serves Anticosti Island and the Lower North Shore. The M/V Bella Desgagnés offers one-way or return all-inclusive fares that include cabin and meals. This ultra-modern vessel provides guests with the comfort of private cabins (double or quadruple occupancy), spacious lounges and topnotch cuisine. Reservations required. Schedule: April to January. Short stopovers made in ports of call. [ 1] inside back cover Are you navigating the St. Lawrence Estuary? So are beluga whales It s where they live. If you see a beluga whale: KEEP YOUR DISTANCE, SLOW DOWN, STAY at least 400 metres AWAY. [1] M/V Bella-Desgagnés Visit our sites to learn about best practices for navigation around beluga whales: Specific regulations within the boundaries of the Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park: parcmarin.qc.ca ROMM F. Gandolphe [2] Harrington Harbour 120 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Relais Nordik, [2] M. Malherbe.

123 top things to do SEA KAYAKING Sea Kayaking Tadoussac Mer et Monde Écotours Õ$ 148 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, on the beach, Tadoussac or meretmonde.ca Departing from Tadoussac beach, paddle in one of the 10 most beautiful bays in the world and admire the Saguenay Fjord escarpments. The safe and friendly customized tours are fully supervised, and are offered to small groups of no more than eight. Children aged 12 or older are welcome. Schedule: June 23 to August 26: 3-hour excursions depart daily at 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.; full-day excursions and packages also available. Reservations recommended. p.c-2 Sacré-Cœur Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort Õ$ 465 route 172, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com This farm is noted for its wide variety of safe, highquality packages that enable visitors to paddle on the stunning Saguenay Fjord, admire its towering cliffs and watch for friendly belugas. Around Anse-de- Roche, nature lovers can enjoy half-day afternoon or sunset outings, while families can try an introductory trip in the morning or at sunset. More adventurous types will love our 1- to 5-day excursion packages on the Fjord or St. Lawrence River, accompanied by a certified guide. Schedule: Open daily, May to late October. Reservations recommended. [ 3] p.16 [3] Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort Les Bergeronnes Mer et Monde Écotours Õ$ 20 chemin Jalbert, Les Bergeronnes or meretmonde.ca Join a team of naturalist guides at Anse à la Cave, a well-known marine mammal observation site, to explore the St. Lawrence by sea kayak. The company is known for its marine interpretation program, its focus on safety, its expertise, and top-quality equipment. The easy and safe half-day outing is perfect for beginners and families. Overnight guests can stay in primitive campsites, ready-to-camp units or shelters, all with a view of the St. Lawrence. Schedule: Open daily, May 18 to October 8. Several packages available. Reservations recommended. C-2 Paradise Kayaking $ 4C chemin Émile-Boulianne, Les Bergeronnes or campingparadismarin.com These guided sea kayaking tours focus on safely exploring and learning about the animals that populate the land, air and water, and make you feel as though you could reach out and touch them! The 3-hour outing includes: instruction, an experienced interpretive guide and a double kayak. Easy access to the boat put-in. Schedule: Open daily, June to September 15. Reservations recommended. Contact us for rates. beside Photo credit: [3] M. Loiselle. tourismecote-nord.com 121

124 top things to do SEA KAYAKING Baie-Comeau, Manic-5 Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean Region [1] Trip with Fjord en kayak [2] With Noryak in the Mingan Archipelago Fjord en Kayak Õ$ 359 rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, L Anse-Saint-Jean or fjordenkayak.ca Part of the Signature Canadian Experience Collection compiled by the Canadian Tourism Commission, this company has twice won Gold at Les Grands Prix du tourisme québécois (Québec tourism awards). Excursions: 2-hour trips for families with children aged 3 to 14; 3-hour and up to 5-day excursions (with gourmet meals) for small groups on the Saguenay Fjord. Experience this exciting adventure in high-end fibreglass kayaks. Other services include sailing, cruises and bike rentals. [ 1] Whether on top of the water or under it, getting up close with the marine environment is a fun-filled adventure. MerÉveil Kayak Adventure $ 17 avenue d Iberville, Baie-Comeau mereveil.com MerÉveil provides a safe and easily accessible way to discover the Manicouagan region: by sea kayak! On the water in one of these craft, you can experience the wind and tides in real time as you scan the horizon for marine mammals and take in the breathtaking view of mountains and forests, and the Baie-Comeau shoreline. During your North Shore stay, improve your stay by using our partner services. Groulx Mountain Adventure - Kayaking $ Route 389, km 211, Manic motelenergie.com Experience true adventure by renting a sea kayak and traveling up the Manicouagan River to the Manic-5 dam. At its foot, you re sure to be awestruck by the impressive size of this immense structure! Groups are accompanied by an experienced guide who provides fascinating details of local history. Or, reserve our hiking package and set off into the Groulx Mountains; at the top, you will see breathtaking views of the Manicouagan reservoir and René Levasseur Island. Suitable equipment required; on-site accommodation and food services provided. Kayaking and hiking packages only for groups of 8 or more. Reservations required through mereveil.com. Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Noryak Aventures $ Route 138, km 1201 : departure point between the Lechasseur and Malec Rivers noryak.ca Noryak offers sea kayak tours in the Mingan Archipelago, anywhere from a half-day to 4 days, for beginners and experts, families and groups. Paddle with experienced guides who will introduce you to the Mingan Archipelago s exceptional setting. Noryak provides a luggage transport service for kayakers and canoeists who want to go down the Magpie River. Other guide services for hikers and fatbikers (upon request). Schedule: daily from early May to end of October. [ 2] 122 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] J.-C. Fortin, [2] M. Bourdon.

125 top things to do PADDLEBOARDING AND SCUBA DIVING Paddleboarding Havre-Saint-Pierre Les vagues Marine Adventure $ 1769 rue de l Anse, Havre-Saint-Pierre lesvagues.ca Discover the sea and the local scenery from a new vantage point. This marine adventure company specializes in SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) and offers introductory courses and guided paddles along the coast and in the stunning Mingan Archipelago. Equipment rental available. Schedule: June 15 to September 15; closed on stormy days. Scuba Diving The underwater landscape off the North Shore offers a visual feast of sun stars, anemones, soft coral and crabs, as well as wrecks that are just waiting to be explored. Saltwater diving enables enthusiasts to experience the plant and animal life that are so typical of the North Shore s submarine world. Local diving sites provide easy access to the water via walkways, cement stairways, boat ramps, and wharf ladders. Read on to learn more about the best sites and what they offer. Les Bergeronnes École de plongée Immersion $ Côte-Nord Dive School 302 rue de la Rivière, Les Bergeronnes or MER-1877 explosnature.ca/plongee The Explos-Nature Dive School offers high-quality courses, from introductory level to Divemaster, as well as specialty classes, where enthusiasts and curious first-timers can learn to dive at one of the most beautiful dive sites in North America. Immersion Côte-Nord also offers customized all-inclusive diving trips. [ 3] Les Escoumins Marine Environment $ Discovery Centre 41 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins , or parkscanada.gc.ca/saguenay Run by the FQAS (the Fédération québécoise des activités subaquatiques), this centre helps visitors experience the wonders of the underwater world through saltwater snorkelling or diving. It offers suchservices as: easy access to three specially adapted sites (Baie des anémones, Crique est and Crique Ouest), gear rental, tank fills and guided dives. Showers, heated change rooms and wheelbarrow rental for transporting equipment are also available. Additional information online. pp.2,112 Havre-Saint-Pierre Boréale Marine Services $ Pélagie-Cormier Terminal 1010 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre or smboreale.com This company offers everything you need to discover the wonders of the sea floor in a safe environment. The dive sites are in the spectacular area around the Mingan Archipelago that can only be accessed by boat. They are for all levels of ability and enable divers to discover the truly unique local plant and animal life, and some of the most beautiful sites in Québec. Why not take the plunge? (See the Cruises & Excursions page.) Reservations required. Schedule: June to September. pp.81,119 [3] Diving course Photo credit: [3] Explos-Nature. tourismecote-nord.com 123

126 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Recreation Discovery Trail The Outdoor Recreation Discovery Trail leads you to land-based whale-watching spots, beaches and water sports areas, bird-watching areas, and hiking trails, all identified by a sign with the Trail logo ECO Destination. The maps and access information to these areas are available in Visitor Information and Welcome Centres (see pp. 218 & 219). Land-based whale-watching spots The North Shore is the best place in Québec and one of the top destinations in the world! to observe these giant mammals of the sea. Of course you can watch them from the deck of a cruise boat, but the Network of Observation Points along the Whale Route has at least a dozen locations where you can observe them from shore. What brings all these whales so close to shore? The Laurentian Channel is a deep underwater valley that runs right along the North Shore, and it is literally filled with whale food. As the whales hunt this food they are drawn close to shore. [1] Whale-watching [2] Beaches To increase your chances of spotting whales, why not learn a bit more about them (pp. 12 & 13) The North Shore is home to two whale research centres: the Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre (CIMM) in Tadoussac and the Mingan Island Cetacean Study (MICS) Interpretation Centre in Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan. Learn about each species unique characteristics and keep abreast of their movements from week to week by reading the News From Afield and News from Near and Far sections (baleinesendirect.org) for the latest whale-related news. Beaches & Water Sports Areas The St. Lawrence River s many long, untamed, sandy beaches are perfect for walking and picnicking. However, visitors should take note that they swim at their own risk, as most beaches have no lifeguard on duty. For tide tables, call Fisheries and Oceans Canada at or check out their website at tides.gc.ca. Bird-watching areas The North Shore is a major migratory bird stopover, boasting numerous excellent sites for observing many of the 350 species recorded in the region. Spring and fall are the best seasons to spot raptors, passerines, birds of prey, razorbills, eider ducks, puffins, Arctic terns and ducks. Look for the helpful Où observer les oiseaux sur la Côte-Nord by Christophe Buidin and Yann Rochepault, for sale in some local visitor information centres. Experts and amateurs alike can meet and exchange tips at the Côte-Nord Migratory Bird Festival. Hiking Many trails have been built along the St. Lawrence, in the forest, marshes and mountains, with some offering a themed hike. Whether you re out for an hour or several days, casual and experienced hikers are sure to find a trail that appeals to their sense of adventure. [3] Bird-watching [4] Hiking 124 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] G. Fougères, [2,4] Optik 360, [3] A. Gagnon.

127 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Tadoussac Sand Dunes, Observatoire d oiseaux de Tadoussac Bird Observatory Access: 750 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude Info: explosnature.ca/oot Tadoussac Village Info: tadoussac.com - l & Ï h & Tadoussac Beach Trail Access: it runs along Rue du Bord-de-l Eau through the village centre. l 1 : OÏ Jh öm Parc de nos Ancêtres Trail Access: West side of Hôtel Tadoussac 0.6 hâ Saguenay Fjord National Park Hiking Trails $ Info: or parcsquebec.com Schedule: May to October Le Fjord Trail Access: Tadoussac Fish Farm La Coupe Trail Access: Tadoussac Fish Farm Pointe-de-l Islet Trail Access: Tadoussac Pier. Schedule: Year-round L Estuaire Trail Access: Tadoussac Fish Farm Sacré-Cœur Sainte-Marguerite Bay Beach Access: 1121 Route 172 North Info: or parcsquebec.com Schedule: May to October % & Ï h % l Ï h x öm Ferme 5 étoiles Hiking Trails Õ$ Access: 465 Route 172 North Info: or ferme5etoiles.com Schedule: Year-round - & 8 n äf óï hâx ú Sainte Marguerite Valley Hiking Trails $ Access: 160 rue Principale Info: rivieresainte-marguerite.com Schedule: June to September & 10 Ï ú tourismecote-nord.com 125

128 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Les Bergeronnes Bon-Désir Campground Access: 198 Route 138 Info: Schedule: June to September Cap-de-Bon-Désir Interpretation $ and Observation Centre Access: 13 chemin du Cap-de-Bon-Désir Info: or parcscanada.gc.ca/saguenay Schedule: June to October Outdoor Centre Beach Access: in Les Bergeronnes, head towards the pier on rue de la Mer. Look for a sign on your left. Pointe à John, Archéo Topo Centre Access: 498 rue de la Mer Info: Schedule: May to October Rivière des Grandes Bergeronnes Access: Route 138, look for a sign for Les Bergeronnes village; parking area on the shore. Info: Schedule: May to November Le Morillon Club Multi-use Trail Access: chemin du Cap-de-Bon-Désir and rue des Pilotes Info: 505 rue du Boisé bergeronnes.net Schedule: Year-round - Ï Âxú wö % - îï h± l Ï <ÂÆ h - Ï - 18 ór Ï hâx [1] Les Bergeronnes 126 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] BOKEH35.

129 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Sites de plein air Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Les Escoumins Village of Les Escoumins Info: 154 Route , escoumins.ca Les Escoumins Bay Access: boardwalk in the village centre Schedule: Year-round - 1 Ï h x M k Quai du traversier (Ferry Pier) Access: rue du Quai Schedule: June to October % - Ï hí La promenade Hiking Trail Access: in the village centre Schedule: Year-round 5 Ï hâ Marine Environment Discovery Centre $ Access: 41 rue des Pilotes Info: or parcscanada.gc.ca/saguenay Schedule: June to October Longue-Rive Lac des Cèdres Access: follow Chemin du lac des Cèdres Info: Schedule: June to October Sault-au-Mouton River Park Access: 331 rue Principale Info: or Schedule: May to October Pointe à Boisvert Access: rue Boisvert Info: 26 chemin du Barrage baiedusoleilcouchant.com Schedule: May to October Crans rouges Hiking Trail Access: church parking lot Info: , Schedule: May to October Salt Marsh Hiking Trail Access: 741 Route 138 Info: , Schedule: June to September % îo Ï h± l Ï 7 x M - l 1 - l 8-1 hâ OÏ x Ï Ï Â hâ tourismecote-nord.com 127

130 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Portneuf-sur-Mer Village of Portneuf-sur-Mer Info: , portneuf-sur-mer.ca Sandbar Beach Access: 391 rue Principale Schedule: May to October - l 4.5 Pointe des Fortin Access: 3 rue de la Marina Schedule: June to November % l 7.4 Capitainerie de la Marina de Portneuf-sur-Mer Access: 1 chemin de la Marina Info: Schedule: May to September Ï Ï % Ï hâx Forestville Town of Forestville Info: 223 Route 138 West forestville.ca Baie-Verte Access: re Avenue l 6.2 Laval Island Access: Route Ï hâx Rivière Laval Hiking Trail Access: Route 138 Info: 41 Route 138 East zecforestville.reseauzec.com Schedule: June to October 15 Ï hâ [1] Forestville beach 128 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] N. Bélanger.

131 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Sites de plein air Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Colombier Village of Colombier Info: info@municipalite.colombier.qc.ca municipalite.colombier.qc.ca Anse à Norbert Hiking Trail Access: turn right at the rest area after km 694 on Route 138, turn left, then turn right on the first road and drive to the end. l 1.5 Ï hâ Hickey Marsh Access: after km 704 on Route 138, enter and turn right after the sign for Côte à Hickey. Schedule: May to October. Îlets-Jérémie Observation Platform Access: 155 chemin des Îlets-Jérémie Schedule: May to November Colombier Harbour Access: by the rest area on Route 138 Info: h % h - Ragueneau Village of Ragueneau Info: 595 Route municipalite.ragueneau.qc.ca Ragueneau Archipelago % Ragueneau Pier - l Ï Rivière aux Rosiers Access: on chemin D Auteuil, 4 km from Route 138 Schedule: Year-round - l 25 óï hxm hâ La Fascine Hiking Trail Schedule: Year-round - 3 tourismecote-nord.com 129 Ï hâ Outardes II Reservoir Beach Access: 1600 Rang 2, by way of chemin du Bassin l : Ï h xmö Chute-aux-Outardes La Centrale Heritage Hiking Trail Access: Route 138, East side Info: loisirs@municipalitecao.ca Schedule: Year-round 4 Ï hâ

132 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Pointe-aux-Outardes Village of Pointe-aux-Outardes Info: 595 Route Baie-Saint-Ludger Rest Area Access: 152 rue de Baie-Saint-Ludger Schedule: June to October - l YÏ h The Old Pier Access: 4 rue Labrie Schedule: June to October l Ï hm Pointe-aux-Outardes Parc Nature $ Access: 4 rue Labrie Info: parcnature.com Schedule: June 23 to October - l 10 zò î Ï <_ Æh x0ú ±Œ St-Paul Campground & Beach Access: 155 chemin Principal l : OÏ Pointe-Lebel h x öm Village of Pointe-Lebel Info: 595 Route Henri-Grenier Bay Access: take the small footpath across the road from 648 rue Granier - Pointe Paradis Beach Access: 1335 rue Granier, at the end of Route de Pointe-Lebel - l O Ï h Chouinard Beach Access: 72 rue Chouinard l : OÏ Camping de la mer Hiking Trail $ Access: 72 rue Chouinard Info: campingdelamer.net Schedule: May to October 5 Ï h x M hâx [1] Manicouagan Park, Baie-Comeau 130 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] Voltige.

133 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Sites de plein air Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Baie-Comeau Cor maritime, Marina & Walking Paths Access: follow the road leading to the Baie-Comeau Matane ferry, then turn toward to marina (yacht club). Info: 20 avenue Cartier club-nautique-bc.net % Saint-Pancrace Cove Access: on Route 138 East, the parking lot is on your right, roughly 1 km after Lac Potvin. % Baie-Comeau Info: ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca Manicouagan Park Access: in Baie-Comeau, exit Route 138 onto Rue Normandie, then turn onto Boulevard Manicouagan. Schedule: Year-round - 5 Ï hâ Champlain Beach Access: corner of Champlain and Laval streets l Ï h Parc des pionniers Hiking Trail Access: 20 avenue Cartier Schedule: Year-round l 3.5 Ï hâ Lac Malfait Access: 1 chemin de la Base de Plein Air lacmalfait.com Schedule: June to September l : OÏ hm Sentier des Embruns Hiking Trail Access: at the intersection of Amédée and Bossé streets or on avenue Arthur-A.-Schmon Info: Schedule: Year-round Uó hâ Boisé-de-la-Pointe-Saint-Gilles Nature Reserve Access: on rue Laval Info: boisestgilles.ca Schedule: June to September - 12 Ï hâ Franquelin Mouth of the Rivière Franquelin Access: rest area before the bridge Info: 27 rue des Cèdres Pointe à la Croix Access: heading east on Route 138, turn right at 4.6 km after the bridge over the Rivière Franquelin (or at 500 m after km 806 marker). Park and follow the signs on foot. Schedule: May to October - % - Franquelin Beach Access: across from 27 rue des Cèdres; turn right after the bridge. l Ï 5 Ï Â tourismecote-nord.com 131

134 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Godbout Baie de Godbout Beach Access: on rue Pascal-Comeau Info: % - l Ï h x M Baie-Trinité Pointe-des-Monts $ Access: 1830 chemin du Vieux-Phare Info: pharedepointedesmonts.com Les Islets-Caribou Beach Access: 15 Route 138 East, Les Islets-Caribou area Info: info@campingcote-nord.ca Schedule: May to September % - l Ï h x M l :Ï h x M Pointe à Poulin Beach Access: 2 rue Saint-Laurent l OÏ hx Charlotte Hiking Trail $ Access: 1937, chemin du Vieux-Phare pointe-des-monts.com Schedule: June to September Fermont Village of Fermont Info: or FERMONT ( ) caniapiscau.net Schedule: Year-round Mont Daviault 4 Monts Severson 40 Taiga Hiking Trail 4 Monts Groulx Uapishka Access: on Route 389, at km 335 and km 365 Info: lesmontsgroulx.com , stationuapishka.com Schedule: Year-round Lac Daviault Beach Access: 100 rue des Bâtisseurs Info: , caniapiscau.net 1 55 Ï óï óï óï Ï hâ hâ hâ hâ hâ# m : OÏ h 132 tourismecote-nord.com

135 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Sites de plein air Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Pointe-aux-Anglais Pointe-aux-Anglais Beach Access: at the rest area at the exit of Route 138 heading east or the parking lot at the Louis-Langlois Musem, 2088 rue Monseigneur-Labrie. Info: or villeport-cartier.com Schedule: May to November Rivière-Pentecôte Rivière-Pentecôte Beaches Access: at the bottom of the hill on rue des Pionniers, opposite Anse à Raymond bay, or take the path behind the chapel overlooking the river mouth. Info: or villeport-cartier.com Schedule: May to November Rivière-Pentecôte Heritage Trail Access: 4373 rue des Pionniers Info: villagepentecote.com Schedule: May to October - l Ï h - Â Ï h Port-Cartier Town of Port-Cartier Info: or villeport-cartier.com Shelter Bay Heritage Trail Access: throughout the city of Port-Cartier Schedule: May to October Rochelois Park and Beach Access: rue des Rochelois Schedule: May to November - l 1 Parc de la Taïga, Native Garden Access: chemin des Îles - Île McCormick Beach Access: île McCormick, chemin des Îles Schedule: May to November 10 2 l 1.5 Ï hâ ó Ï h Uó Ï Â : Ï Â P tit Quai Boardwalk Access: avenue Parent 1 YÏ hâ Les Goélands Outdoor Centre $ Access: 816, Entrance S, Route 138 Info: baselesgoelands.com Schedule: Year-round l 8.6 Ï ór hâxú M# tourismecote-nord.com 133

136 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Port-Cartier Port-Cartier Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve Access: 64 Route 138 Info: , sepaq.com/rf/spc/fr Schedule: Mid-June to early September 10.5 Ï hxú Sept-Îles Tourisme Sept-Îles Info: or tourismeseptiles.ca Lac des Rapides Outdoor Centre Access: through the industrial park located on the west side of Sept-Îles. Schedule: Year-round Mouth of the Rivière Brochu Access: turn off Route 138 onto rue de la Rivière, then right onto rue Bell. Schedule: Year-round m & ó rd Ï hö# % l Ï hâ Jardins de l Anse Gardens Access: 1296 boulevard Laure Schedule: Year-round 2.4 Ï hâ Île du Corossol $ Access: at the Sept-Îles Marina, boat owners offer ferry services between May and October. Disembarking on the island is prohibited. Schedule: Mid-June to early September Grande Basque Island Õ Access: by sea kayak or on a cruise from the harbour near the Parc du Vieux-Quai. Schedule: Mid-June to early September - åï - l 12 A: Ï hx# ö Sentiers de la nature Trails Access: go to the end of rue des Marguerites-Blanches, where it intersects with rue des Grands-Ducs. Schedule: Year-round óï hâ Parc Aylmer-Whittom Access: the park entrance is just off Route 138 in Sept-Îles, 400 m east of the bridge over the Rivière des Rapides. Schedule: Mid-May to Mid-October óï hâ Holliday Park Access: 44 rue Holliday Schedule: Year-round 8 ór 134 tourismecote-nord.com

137 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Sites de plein air Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Sept-Îles Parc du Vieux-Quai (Historic Pier) Access: avenue Arnaud Schedule: Year-round % Rivière Moisie Beach Access: 10 rue Mercier (Moisie area) Schedule: June to September Gallix Beach Access: rue Bell (Gallix area) Schedule: Year-round l Ï h :@ Ï l Ï h hm Secteur des plages (Beach area) Access: rue de la Rive Schedule: Year-round l OÏ Ruisseau Bois-Joli Community Garden Access: 99 rue des Chanterelles or 109, rue des Plaquebières Info: directeur.jcrbj@gmail.com Schedule: Mid-May to late October Le Petit-Havre de Matamec Hiking Trail Access: Route 138, 6 km past the Moisie River, parking next to the road in winter Info: or matamec.org Schedule: Year-round Gallix Multi-purpose Tourist Centre $ Access: 600 chemin du Club de ski (Gallix area) Info: , skigallix.com Schedule: December to Mid-April, by reservation & 4 & 25 îï ór Ï ó ar Ï hâ h ú# [1] Île du Corossol Photo credit: [1] Optik 360. tourismecote-nord.com 135

138 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services L Île-d Anticosti Île-d Anticosti Island Info: ile-anticosti.com Ellis Bay and Lac St-Georges (Port-Menier) Access: 49 o N 64 o W. In the village centre, pier, chemin Martin-Zédé and rue des Menier. - Lac Plantain Access: from Port-Menier, drive 8 km west along chemin de la Baie-Sainte-Claire then another 9 km along chemin du Lac Plantain. h Sentier de l ouest Hiking Trail Access: from chemin de la Baie-Sainte-Claire, l Anse-aux-Fraises or Pointe-Ouest. Schedule: June to October 20 Ï hxú Sentiers du village Hiking Trails Access: in Port-Menier, loop with interpretive panels. Schedule: June to October 5 Ï hxú Lac Geneviève Outfitter Info: , anticostiplg.com Pointe-Nord Access: about thirty km east of Port-Menier, a well-marked secondary road leads to the point of land where the outfitter is located. Schedule: Mid-June to August Mouth of the Rivière Bec-Scie Access: from Port-Menier, drive 26 km east on the Trans-Anticosti Highway, then 17 km on chemin de la rivière Bec-Scie until the sea. Schedule: Mid-June to August % Ï ú - Ï [1] Vauréal Falls, Anticosti 136 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] M. Boucley.

139 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services L Île-d Anticosti Parc national d Anticosti $ and Sépaq Hiking Trails Info: 25 chemin des Forestiers or sepaq.com/anticosti Schedule: June to late August & 65 Ï hxú Kalimazoo Falls Access: drive 66 km east on the Trans-Anticosti Highway; turn right before the river onto chemin de la Chute and go another 2 km; from the parking lot, walk 250 m to the falls. l & Ï Mouth of the Rivière Jupiter Access: 49 o N 63 o W. from Port-Menier, drive 74 km east on the Trans-Anticosti Highway, then 60 km on chemin de la rivière Jupiter until the sea. - Galets de Baie-de-la-Tour Beach $ Access: from Port-Menier, drive 177 km east on the Trans-Anticosti Highway; access via the parking lot or the campground. l Ï hx Pointe-Carleton (point of land) Access: located 115 km east of Port-Menier, in the Anticosti Sépaq Park, a great place to stop after driving through the island s wooded interior. % Sheldrake Rivière au Bouleau Beach Access: on Route 138, at the mouth of the Rivière au Bouleau. Rivière Couture Beach Access: as you leave Sheldrake, take the first right after the bridge over the rivière Couture. Info: riviere-au-tonnerre.ca Schedule: June to September l Ï Sheldrake Beach Access: on Route 138, between the bridge and Sheldrake village. l tourismecote-nord.com 137

140 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Rivière-au-Tonnerre Coste Lookout Access: exit Route 138 and take rue de l Église, then rue de la Mer Info: or % Manitou Falls $ Access: Route 138, Manitou River, 35 km before Rivière-au-Tonnerre Info: manitou@mrc.minganie.org Schedule: June to September & 1.3 Ï hâ Rivière-au-Tonnerre riviere-au-tonnerre.ca Schedule: June to September Grand Sault Falls Access: rue de la Forêt 1 Ï hâ Petit Sault Falls Access: rue de la Forêt 1 Ï Â Courbe-du-Sault Hydroelectric Power Station Access: Between km 1,111 and 1,112, before you get to Sheldrake, take the dirt road on the left and continue for 6 km until the entrance. Schedule: May to November 1 Â Magpie Magpie Info: Magpie Lookout Access: exit Route 138 and take rue des Anciens, then drive west on rue de la Rive to reach the harbour and the historic pier. % Île à Ross Hiking Trail Access: parking lot at the east end of rue de la Rive Schedule: Year-round. 3 Â Rivière Magpie Hiking Trail Access: Magpie Power Station, turn left 400 metres after Rivière Magpie. Schedule: May to September 1 hâ 138 tourismecote-nord.com

141 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Rivière-Saint-Jean Pointe à Robin Access: at the mouth of the river in Rivière-Saint-Jean, just west of the village, take rue Saint-Jean. When you get to the cross, a 300-m path leads to Pointe à Robin. Info: balbu@globetrotter.net Rivière-Saint-Jean Hiking Trail Info: magpiest-jean@globetrotter.net Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Backcountry Access: exit Route 138 and turn left onto rue de l aéroport. Info: Schedule: June to November Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Boardwalk Access: from Route 138, turn right onto rue des Îles, then right again onto rue de la Mer. Info: Schedule: Year-round Mingan (Ekuanitshit) - & 4 l & 31 ó YÏ hâ Â % l Ï hx Mingan Beach Access: on Route 138, at the mouth of Rivière Mingan l Ï Mingan Pier Access: at the western entrance to the village, exit Route 138 and take rue Nashipetimit to the Mingan Pier. % Info: [1] Pebble Beach at Anse-aux-Fraises Photo credit: [1] D. Morin. tourismecote-nord.com 139

142 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Havre-Saint-Pierre Town of Havre-Saint-Pierre Info: havresaintpierre.com Havre-Saint-Pierre Beach Access: from Route 138, turn first onto Boulevard de l Escale, then onto Promenade des Anciens Havre-Saint-Pierre Peat Bogs Access: along Route 138, for dozens of km to the east and west of Havre-Saint-Pierre % l :O Ï - hm Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve $ Access: take a boat from Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan or Havre-Saint-Pierre to access the island trails Info: or pc.gc.ca/mingan Schedule: Mid-June to mid-september. - l & 100 åò î Ï Æhx ú Œ Cap Ferré Trail Access: head east on Route 138, turn right at km 1,232 onto a gravel road, stay right for approx. 5 km Schedule: May to November & 1 hâ Baie-Johan-Beetz Village of Baie-Johan-Beetz Info: , baiejohanbeetz.qc.ca Lac Salé at Baie-Johan-Beetz Access: a 600-m dirt road 2 km east of the village leads to the lake - Cap Feldspath Mine Hiking Trail Access: 5 km east of Baie-Johan-Beetz Schedule: Year-round Ï hâ# [1] The Mingan Archipelago 140 tourismecote-nord.com

143 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Aguanish Aguanish Info: 250 Route Jacques-Cartier Côté Mer Beach Access: from Route 138, turn right on rue de la Dune Schedule: Year-round l 3 Ï h Rivière d Aguanish Beach Access: from Route 138, at the mouth of the Rivière Aguanish, turn right onto rue du Site Schedule: Year-round l 6 Ï h Natashquan Village of Natashquan Info: copactenatashquan.net Le Pas du Portageur Hiking Trail Access: at the village pier, just 50 m from rue Robin, a trail goes to the Petite Rivière Natashquan Schedule: Year-round - 15 ór Ï hâ Natashquan to Pointe-Parent Beach Access: Allée des Galets l 8 OÏ hxm Pointe-Parent to Kegaska Beach Schedule: May to December 37 Ï hâ Kegaska Kegaska Beach Access: at the end of Route 138, it runs the length of the village l Ï h Brion Hiking Trail 2 Ï h [2] Natashquan fishing sheds Photos credits: [1,2] Optik 360. tourismecote-nord.com 141

144 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Outdoor Activities Locations Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Activities Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services La Romaine Île Collard Access: from La Romaine pier Info: Schedule: Year-round & 1.5 Â Chevery Chevery Info: , Bob Nunez Misty River Hiking Trail Schedule: Year-round 4 ó hâ Chevery Beach Schedule: Year-round l Ï Chevery Green Space Schedule: Year-round 1.5 ó hâ Harrington Harbour Margaret s Cave Hiking Trail Access: from the pier Info: Schedule: Year-round 2 ó hâ Tête-à-la-Baleine Tête-à-la-Baleine Info: Grand Écart Trail Access: by boat Schedule: Year-round 320 m hâ Îles à Pierrot Trail $ Access: by boat Schedule: open in summer 1 h Île Providence Trail $ Access: by boat Schedule: open in summer 1 h Morne à André Trail Schedule: Year-round 2 hâ Federal Wharf Trail Schedule: Year-round 2 hâ 142 tourismecote-nord.com

145 top things to do OUTDOOR RECREATION DISCOVERY TRAIL Sites de plein air Activities Difficulty : Easy : Intermediate : Difficult Whale-watching Bird-watching Beaches Hiking (km) Other activities Services Bonne Espérance Vieux-Fort (Old Fort) area Access: on Route 138, starting in Blanc-Sablon, for 75 km along the coast. Info: % Blanc-Sablon Blanc-Sablon Info: mbsablon@globetrotter.net Astragale Trail Access: in Blanc-Sablon 1.5 ór Ï hâ Sentier de la pointe à la Barque Access: in Brador Schedule: May to November 25 Ï Â [1] Tête-à-la-Baleine Photo credit: [1] M. Malherbe. tourismecote-nord.com 143

146 top things to do BICYCLE TOURING Bicycle Rental Baie-Comeau [1] Bike stop at Papinachois Bicycle Touring VéloRoute des Baleines Corporation 11 rue du Parc, Baie-Comeau veloroute-des-baleines.ca The North Shore is home to a 300-km segment of the renowned provincial Route Verte cycling route, running from Tadoussac (or Sacré-Coeur) all the way to Baie-Trinité. Known as the Cycling the Whale Trail (or Véloroute des Baleines), it runs along the shores of the St. Lawrence, primarily on the shoulder of Route 138, past lakes, along rivers, and through mountains. A number of sections (some of which are still being developed) also leave Route 138, enabling cyclists to discover picturesque villages. A few loops include a scenic ferry ride to the south shore. To plan your North Shore cycling trip, visit our website. Mon Vélo Bike Shop 869 rue De Puyjalon, Baie-Comeau gomonvelo.com Come to this bike shop for its exceptional advice and service. It is staffed by experts who share your passion for the sport by selling new and used bicycles, and doing any kind of repair on every brand of bike. Rent a fatbike for some outdoor winter fun, or to discover the region s beaches. Sept-Îles Tourisme Sept-Îles 1401 boulevard Laure West, Sept-Îles or tourismeseptiles.ca If you love ecotourism and are eager to drink in the beautiful scenery of Sept-Îles, you ll definitely want to take advantage of the bicycle rental service at Tourisme Sept-Îles. You ll find quality bicycles and all the gear you need: helmets, locks, luggage carriers, child trailers and much more. Whether you re heading east to discover downtown or west to appreciate the area s fabulous scenery, Tourisme Sept-Îles is ideally located to start your adventure! To order your regional cycling map, call or [ 1,2] [2] Pointe-aux-Outardes 144 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,2] Corpo. de la Véloroute des Baleines.

147 top things to do BICYCLE TOURING Complete information, including updates to road shoulder conditions, at: veloroute-des-baleines.ca Cycling the Whale Trail (Route 138) From Tadoussac to the intersection of Route 172 towards Sacré-Cœur Distance: 7 km. Services : h?xh From Sacré-Cœur (Ferme 5 Étoiles) on Route 172 to the intersection of Route 138 Distance: 13 km. Services : hxh From the intersection of Routes 138/172 towards Les Bergeronnes Distance: 17 km. Services :?x From Les Bergeronnes to Les Escoumins Distance: 16 km. Services : h?xh From Les Escoumins to Longue-Rive Distance: 30.4 km. Services : h?h From Longue-Rive to Portneuf-sur-Mer Distance: 20 km. Services : x?h From Portneuf-sur-Mer to Forestville Distance: 15 km. Services :?h From Forestville to Saint-Marc-de-Latour Distance: 14 km. Services :?xh From Saint-Marc-de-Latour to Colombier Distance: 11 km. From Colombier to the bridge over the Betsiamites River Distance: 14.4 km. From the bridge over the Betsiamites River to Pessamit Distance: 7.6 km. From Pessamit to Papinachois Distance: 6 km. (m) 300 ELEVATIONS Tadoussac Les Bergeronnes Les Escoumins Longue-Rive Portneuf-sur-mer Forestville (km) (m) Forestville Colombier Pessamit Ragueneau Chute-aux-Outardes Baie-Comeau (km) (m) Baie-Comeau Franquelin (km) Godbout Baie-Trinité tourismecote-nord.com 145

148 top things to do BICYCLE TOURING From Papinachois to Ragueneau Distance: 18.3 km. From Ragueneau to Chute-aux-Outardes Distance: 8.2 km. Services : h?xh From Chute-aux-Outardes to Baie-Comeau Distance: 11.7 km. Services :?h From the Manic-1 bridge to the Baie-Comeau Marina (Parc des Pionniers) Distance: 21 km. Services : Æ?h From the Baie-Comeau Marina (Parc des Pionniers) to Potvin Lake Distance: 16 km. Services : x?h Pointe-aux-Outardes, Pointe-Lebel Pointe-Lebel Pointe-aux-Outardes Loop From Pétro-Pass in Pointe-Lebel, take the Jean-Denis-Vachon bike path to the intersection of rue Principale and Route 138 in Pointe-aux-Outardes Distance: 55 km. Services : h xh Baie-Comeau Round trip from Baie-Comeau (Gagnon et Frères furniture store) to Pointe-aux- Outardes (Parc Nature) Distance: 90 km. Paved shoulder. Round trip from Baie-Comeau (Gagnon et Frères) to Chute-aux-Outardes (Irving) Distance: 50 km. Paved shoulder. Round trip from Baie-Comeau (Gagnon et Frères) to Raguenau (Pier) Distance: 90 km. Paved shoulder. Round trip from Baie-Comeau (Gagnon et Frères) to Pointe Lebel (De la mer Campground) Distance: 50 km. Paved shoulder. Round trip from Baie-Comeau (Gagnon et Frères) to Franquelin (bridge over the river) Distance: 60 km. Paved shoulder. Port-Cartier Girard à Vachon Trail Distance: 12 km. Stone dust bicycle path. Municipal bike paths Distance: 18 km. Paved bicycle path and paved marked roadway. Services: hxæ h Information: Tourisme Port-Cartier or villeport-cartier.com [1] Paved shoulder Sept-Îles Municipal bike paths Distance: 48.1 km. Paved and stone dust bicycle path. Services: h L lh Havre-Saint-Pierre Municipal bike path network Distance: 9 km. Paved bicycle path. Service: h [2] Cycling in Port-Cartier 146 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] D. Ouellet, [2] É. Marchand.

149 top things to do HORSEBACK RIDING Horseback Riding Sacré-Cœur Le Soleil Le Vent Ranch $ 243 Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur , ranchlesoleillevent.com Treat yourself to spectacular views as you ride on a quiet, well-trained horse through fields, boreal forest, and mountains. The area has abundant wildlife, so be prepared for exciting encounters! The fall colours are glorious in mid-september. Whether you re a beginner, intermediate, or expert rider, we ll adapt our rides to you and guarantee a memorable experience. Average length: 1 to 2 hours. Schedule: May to October. Several packages available. Reservations recommended. [ 3] Discover the boreal forest and admire magnificent vistas from the back of your tranquil mount. [3] Le Soleil Le Vent Ranch Charlevoix Region Baie-Sainte-Catherine Fjord Ranch $ 604 Route de la Grande-Alliance (Route 138) campingetranchdufjord.com Just a few minutes from Tadoussac, Fjord Ranch offers horseback rides on gentle steeds through spectacular scenery with panoramic vistas! Rides go through fields and woods, along a river that leads to waterfalls and a cave. The 1-hour ride takes you to the falls; the more challenging 2-hour ride (including a 10-minute walk) takes you to a mountain cave. Onsite accommodation for all types of camping. Whale-watching cruises five minutes away. Length, schedule and admission: visit our website. Various packages available. [ 4,5] [4] Fjord Ranch horseback ride [5] Fjord Ranch horseback ride Photos credits: [3] Ranch Le Soleil Le Vent, [4,5] Ranch du Fjord. tourismecote-nord.com 147

150 top things to do GOLFING Golfing Tadoussac Tadoussac Golf Club $ 367 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac golftadoussac.ca Course: 9 hole Par: 32 Length: 2,140 yards Details: an exciting technical challenge on one of Québec s oldest golf courses. Services: equipment rental, snack bar, conference facilities, pro-shop and patio-bar. Different packages available. Tournaments welcome. Schedule: Mid-May to mid-october. [ 1] Forestville Le Méandre Golf Club $ 40 1 st Avenue, Forestville golflemeandre.org Course: 9 holes Par: 36 Length: 3,235 yards Details: view of the St. Lawrence and Sault-aux- Cochons rivers. Design by golf course architect Darrell Huxham. Services: practice range, patio-bar with snack bar, specialized equipment and golf cart rentals. Different packages available. Schedule: Mid-May to mid-october. Reservations recommended. Check website for tournament dates. Baie-Comeau Baie-Comeau Golf Club $ 1700 rue de Bretagne, Baie-Comeau golfbaiecomeau.ca Course: 18 holes Par: 71 Length: 6,456 yards [1] Golfing in Tadoussac Details: located in the city centre, wooded course with water hazards. Services: patio-bar and restaurant, conference facilities, practice range, pro shop, equipment and golf cart rentals, pro golf lessons. Schedule: Mid-May to mid-october. Reservations recommended. [ 2] Many golf courses run along the St. Lawrence and offer magnificent views of the river. [2] Golfing in Baie-Comeau 148 tourismecote-nord.com [3] Golfing in Sept-Îles Sept-Îles Sainte-Marguerite Golf Club $ 19 rue Thom (Clarke area), Sept-Îles or golfste-marguerite.qc.ca Course: 18 holes Par: 72 Length: 6,476 yards Details: located 25 minutes west of Sept-Îles with a view of the river. Services: golf school, pro shop, practice range, golf cart rentals, restaurant and bar service. Different packages available. Schedule: Mid- May to mid-october. Reservations recommended. [ 3] Photos credits: [1] M. Caron, [2] D. Prévéreault, [3] D. Tanguay.

151 top things to do HEALTH & RELAXATION Health & Relaxation Tadoussac L Espace Bien-Être (Health Centre) $ 165 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac or hoteltadoussac.com Treat yourself to a relaxation session at the hotel s health centre, offering customized massage therapy. Choose from among different types of massage or body care, including wraps, body scrubs and beauty care. We also offer different types of treatment for children. Drop in and let our hands knead your troubles away! Reservations required. p.18 [4] Spa Renaissance Sacré-Cœur Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort 465 Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com On a fabulous site that offers lodging, meals, and four-season activities, discover a relaxation centre that showcases local fauna. This innovative concept gives you the opportunity to relax while observing nature and wildlife. The centre offers a reading/lounge corner, spa, sauna, and massage therapy (couples massage available). Inquire about our special nature relaxation package with overnight stay, meals, and body care. Schedule: Year-round. Reservations required. p.16 Baie-Comeau Liane Beauty Salon $ 14 Avenue Cabot, Baie-Comeau salonliane.ca Visit this salon next to Hôtel Le Manoir and pamper yourself with some TLC in an enchanting setting complete with a view of the St. Lawrence! Whether you choose massage therapy, body care, or standard beauty treatments, you re guaranteed a warm welcome and spotless premises. Featuring Ella Baché and Matis professional products for complete customer satisfaction. Beauty packages available. See website for details. Photo credit: [4] Spa Renaissance, [5] Valua Vitaly. [5] A relaxing massage Sept-Îles Spa Renaissance J$ 451 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles or sparenaissance.ca The staff at Spa Renaissance are all professionals whose sole focus is client-centred care. We provide a variety of services, including: massage therapy, physiotherapy, lymphatic drainage, Neurospa massage, many different beauty treatments, and hairstyling. Free Wi-Fi. Schedule: Open yearround, Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; by appointment, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. [ 4] Vacations are the perfect time to book an appointment with a relaxation professional! tourismecote-nord.com 149

152 top things to do MOTORCYCLE TOURING [1] North Shore views Motorcycle Touring More and more tourists are discovering the North Shore by motorcycle, an increasingly popular way to travel. Along the St. Lawrence Estuary and Gulf, the Whale Route offers breathtaking vistas. With no shortage of lookouts and rest areas, you can enjoy the wide-open spaces to your heart s content. Most of the backcountry roads are paved, at least as far as the Manic-5 generating station at km 214. In the east, the road ends at the village of Kegaska. The Whale Route follows the river, crossing lakes, rivers and mountains and providing hours of panoramic vistas and visual delight. [2] Bikers in Rivière-Pentecôte For more information or to get your Carnet Moto motorcycle guide (in French only) with the most scenic routes in Québec, contact a regional tourism association. Visit motorcyclingquebec. com/en for information on all the packages and options available for your next trip. [3] Bikers in front of Manic tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,2] É. Marchand, [3] M. Loiselle.

153 top things to do PLANE & SEAPLANE TOURS AND KARTING Plane & Seaplane Tours Tadoussac Aviation du Fjord (seaplane tours) $ 231 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac or aviationdufjord.com Set off on an adventure and discover the wilderness around the Tadoussac region from a unique vantage point. Onboard a seaplane specially outfitted for observation, you will fly over forests, lakes, the St. Lawrence Estuary and the Saguenay Fjord, where you may even spot whales! Departures: 51 Route 138, at Long Lake. Schedule: Daily from July to October. [ 4] [4] Aviation du Fjord Les Escoumins Totem Aviation $ Les Escoumins Airfield, Les Escoumins Chemin du Lac-Saint-Onge, Les Escoumins totemaviation.com Just 25 minutes from Tadoussac, come and observe the wonders of nature from up high in the air, including the beautiful vistas between the Saguenay Fjord and Les Escoumins. Watch local boat captains boarding international boats and observe a variety of marine mammals, including belugas, easily spotted due to their white colour. For reservations, visit the website. Baie-Comeau, Sept-Îles and Havre-Saint-Pierre Labrador Air Safari $ 2238 boulevard Saguenay, Jonquière Baie-Comeau (Manic-1 Reservoir): Sept-Îles: Havre-Saint-Pierre: Fly over the region in one of ten Otter, Beaver, and Cessna seaplanes and see amazing views of the North Shore: the St. Lawrence, rivers, lakes, forests, and dams. A truly thrilling experience! Schedule: June 1 to October 15. Photos credits: [4] Aviation du Fjord, [5] Karting Côte-Nord. [5] Karting Côte-Nord Karting Sept-Îles Karting Côte-Nord $ 4600 route 138 West, Sept-Îles Karting Côte-Nord is just 800 metres off the road leading to the Alouette Aluminum Producer site. 42 karts, 3 categories, 1.2 km of track. Individual or group rentals. Reservations required for groups. Schedule: June and September: Saturdays and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m.; Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (June 24) to Labour Day: daily, noon to 8 p.m. [ 5] tourismecote-nord.com 151

154 top things to do QUADDING Quad Clubs Regional Association of North Shore Quad Clubs 9 rue Plante, Port-Cartier gaudrrem@cgocable.ca fqcq.qc.ca Portneuf-sur-Mer Upper North Shore Quad Club Baie-Comeau [1] Ferme 5 Étoiles Vacation Resort Manic Quad Club (ATV) inc Fermont Great North ATV Club clubvttdugrandnord@hotmail.com Port-Cartier Les Aventuriers des 7 Rivières Club gaudrrem@cgocable.ca Sept-Îles Les Nord Côtiers Quad Club vtt-quadsde@hotmail.ca Quadding [2] Ferme 5 Étoiles Vacation Resort Quad enthusiasts will have a blast on the network of quadding trails, an increasingly popular sport in the region. There are a number of B&Bs, hotels, restaurants, and service stations along the various routes. To make the most of the trails, ask for your North Shore Snowmobile and Quad Map (Carte motoneige et quad Côte-Nord) by calling To get a North Shore trail pass, contact the Regional Association of North Shore Quad Clubs or one of the regional quad clubs, listed below. 152 tourismecote-nord.com Quad Excursions Sacré-Cœur Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort Õ$ 465 Route 172 North or ferme5etoiles.com Explore the region by riding along its magnificent trails that have spectacular views of the Saguenay Fjord. Guided excursions last from 1.5 hours to a half-day; 1- and 2-day expeditions are also available. Our two-seater quads allow you to ride solo or with a buddy. Become a more experienced quadder as you ride through forest and mountains: great memories and safety are guaranteed! [ 1,2] p.16 Photos credit: [1,2] M. Loiselle.

155 top things to do SNOWMOBILING WINTER FUN Québec loves composer Gilles Vigneault s songs about winter. Bridge over the Bersimis River Winter Events: See the description of winter events on pages 101 and 102. Must-see activities include the following: the Christmas Trail, the Cinoche International Film Festival, Sept-Îles Film Festival - Ciné 7, the Makusham Or-Blanc Snowmobile Trek, the Boréal Loppet Cross-Country Ski Race, the Taiga Carnival and Taiga Dogsled Race Challenge, and the Baie- Comeau Snocross event. Snowmobiling The extensive network of North Shore snowmobile trails is connected to Trans-Québec Trail #3. Discover the Manicouagan Bridge, the highest snowmobile crossing in the world! You can extend your trip by taking the ferry that links the north and south shores. At the eastern end of the region, the White Trail is a paradise for seasoned snowmobilers. To the north, roam over a vast terrain on expert backcountry trails. Check out the map of North Shore quad and snowmobile trails at tourismecote-nord.com [3] Trans-Québec Trail #3 Check trail conditions before you leave at tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header,3] M. Loiselle, [4] Voyages Coste. [4] Snowmobile trip with Voyages Coste tourismecote-nord.com 153

156 top things to do SNOWMOBILING Snowmobile Clubs Côte-Nord Regional Association of Snowmobile Clubs (ARCMCN) fcmq.qc.ca Tadoussac, Sacré-Coeur Les Rôdeurs Club Les Escoumins Bouleaux Blancs Sports Club Longue-Rive Explorer Club Portneuf-sur-Mer Bouranne Club Forestville, Colombier Nord-Neige Club , Ragueneau Bolides Club , Baie-Comeau AMMI Club Godbout Zigglous Club , Baie-Trinité Harfang du Nord Club Fermont Les Lagopèdes Club Port-Cartier Odanak Club Sept-Îles Ook-Pik Club Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan La Minganie Club , Havre-Saint-Pierre Le Blizzard Club , Ministry of Transport Natashquan Info Neige Trail Information & Management [1] Manicouagan Bridge 154 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] M. Loiselle.

157 top things to do SNOWMOBILING Snowmobile Excursions Côte-Nord North Shore Snowmobilers Association Information: 104 boulevard Comeau, Baie-Comeau or This organization invites you to go on guided snowmobile tours in the Groulx Mountains and all around the North Shore. The Association has many trained and competent guides ready to take you on all kinds of adventures. See the Association s page at tourismecote-nord.com for details of the various excursions. Reservations required. Nord Expe $ 996 avenue Sainte-Brigitte, Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval nordexpe.com We organize off-trail snowmobiling expeditions and safaris with accredited guides and northern expedition experts, and offer utility, mountain, and hybrid snowmobile rentals. Transportation by enclosed trailer. Regular departures from Baie-Comeau, Fermont, Happy Valley-Goose Bay (NL), Blanc-Sablon and Sept-Îles to the Groulx Mountains. Schedule: Open year-round. Sacré-Cœur Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort Õ$ 465 Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com Set off by snowmobile to discover the snowy landscape of the Saguenay Fjord and the St. Lawrence River. Different excursions offered, ranging from 1.5 hours to full-day. Two- and five-day guided all-inclusive expeditions are also available, with accommodation in a yurt, wilderness camp or a hotel. Protective, low-temperature clothing available on site. Snowmobile rental (experience required). p.16 A guided or unguided snowmobile tour is the best way to discover the North. [2] Backcountry snowmobiling with Le Chenail du Nord Forestville Le Chenail du Nord 97 km, chemin de la ZEC de Forestville, Forestville lechenaildunord.com Discover a new stopover for snowmobilers, halfway between Forestville and Monts-Valin, with a groomed trail that provides access to meals, lodging and fuel (super unleaded 91 octane). It offers guided and unguided backcountry snowmobile packages and ice fishing packages. This outfitter has made many improvements over the years, turning the area into an idyllic wilderness spot you can return to again and again: a 70-km² paradise with exclusive rights.[ 2] Natashquan Info Neige Trail Information & Management Natashquan If you plan on taking the new, groomed snowmobile trail toward the White Trail, in the Baie-Johan-Beetz/ Aguanish/Nathasquan sector, be sure to check the trail conditions before you leave by calling Voyages Coste, at or Richard Beaudry, of Info Neige, at Note that this section of trail is being repaired and groomed. Photo credit: [2] Le Chenail du Nord. tourismecote-nord.com 155

158 top things to do WINTER ACTIVITIES Snowmobile Rental Baie-Comeau Hamilton & Bourassa 305 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau or hamiltonbourassa.com Snowmobiles, ATVs (quads), utility boats, canoes, and outboard motors for rent. Guided and selfguided packages available; also sale and repair of motorsports equipment. Sept-Îles Atelier Laforge 1167 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or atelierlaforge.com Atelier Laforge is a BRP dealer and a trusted RV vendor. We also rent Ski-Doos to anyone who dreams of adventure, whether on a couples weekend or a trip along the Route blanche. Contact our team or check out our website for rates and FAQs. Visit our store for protective, cold-weather clothing before you leave. 156 tourismecote-nord.com [1] Canopée Lit in winter Winter Activities Sacré-Cœur Canopée Lit $ J 303 chemin de l Anse-de-Roche, Sacré-Cœur canopee-lit.com These small cabins perched 26-feet high amidst the trees offer stunning views of the Saguenay Fjord! Each cozy, heated cabin is no more than 10 minutes walk from the reception area, features a deck, kitchenette and bathroom, and is equipped with towels and linens. Breakfast is delivered right to your door every morning. During your stay on this 24-hectare property, try snowshoeing on the trails or walking on the interpretive path. Activity packages available. Schedule: Year-round. Rates: from $145 to $185. [ 1] Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort Õ$ 465 route 172, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com This vacation resort offers a wide range of exciting activities: dogsledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, helping care for the animals, and visits to the sugar shack and relaxation centre. Our friendly, outgoing team members guarantee your winter fun. Dogsledding is our speciality! Come and admire the majestic Saguenay Fjord, enjoy the thrill of driving your own team and getting to know your dogs. All excursions (2-hour, half-day or multi-day) are supervised by professional guides who love to share their love of the sport. One- to three-day excursions include overnight stays in the forest. In sugaring-off season, from mid-march to late April, a visit to the sugar shack helps you discover, or re-discover, the sugar shack experience! It includes: a traditional meal, maple taffy on the snow, a tractordrawn wagon ride, and a guided tour of the animals: moose, wolves, lynx, cougars, bison and raccoons. On weekends, enjoy a traditional soirée with evening entertainment, music and dancing. Don t miss this fun spring outing with family or friends, or in a group. Schedule: Mid-December to April. Reservations recommended. Packages (including accommodation, meals and activity) available. Protective, lowtemperature clothing also available on site. p.16 Photo credit: [1] Canopée Lit.

159 top things to do WINTER ACTIVITIES Saguenay Fjord National Park $ (Baie-Sainte-Marguerite Area) 1121 Route 172, Sacré-Cœur parcsquebec.com In winter, explore the Fjord trail by snowshoe and enjoy amazing views of the Saguenay Fjord. The 20.9-km marked but ungroomed trail runs between Baie- Sainte-Marguerite and Ferme 5 Étoiles. You can stay overnight in the park in a primitive campground, a hut or a yurt. Schedule: Mid-December to late Marchemin Reservations required for accommodation. [ 2] Baie-Comeau Drakkar Hockey $ 70 rue Michel-Hémon, Baie-Comeau or le-drakkar.com From September to March, Côte-Nord is represented by the Baie-Comeau Drakkar hockey team, one of 18 teams in the Québec Major Junior Hockey League. A total of 34 games are played every year at the Henry-Leonard Centre in Baie-Comeau. For information about activities and games, visit the website. [ 3] [2] Snowshoeing with a view [3] The Baie-Comeau Drakkar hockey team Amédée River Ski Trails $ 1700 rue de Bretagne, Baie-Comeau , ext. 2 sentiersriviereamedee.ca The Amédée River Club offers year-round activities: cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter; hiking and biking in summer. We offer 38.5 km over twelve trails for every level of cross-country skier. People who love to hike through the forest have free access to two wooded trails (a total of 3.2 km). On-site equipment rental available. Schedule: Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; last departure at 3 p.m. See website for rates. Chevery Tours Nord - North Tours 11 rue de la Rivière-à-la-Croix, Chevery toursnord-northtours.com Full text on page 90. [ 4] [4] The Route blanche snowmobile trail Photos credits: [2] M. Loiselle, [3] Le Drakkar, [4] North Tours. tourismecote-nord.com 157

160 top things to do BOARD SPORTS Board Sports Ski Lifts: A: Chairlift B: T-bar C: Rope tow D: Gondola E: Magic carpet Trail Rating: Beginner Difficult Very difficult Extreme Ski Resort Total number of trails (lit trails) Mountain Facts Vertical Drop Ski Lifts Trail Rating Services Baie-Comeau Mont-Tibasse Ski Centre 3 20 chemin du Mont-Tibasse, Baie-Comeau or ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca (Recreation section) [ 1,2] 14 (9) 182 m A B C 8 âó and 2 snowparks Sept-Îles Gallix Multi-purpose Tourist Centre Station récréotouristique Gallix 600 chemin du club de ski, Sept-Îles (Gallix) or skigallix.com [ 3] 25 (7) 185 m A C 8âó rj [1] Mont Ti-Basse [2] Snowpark 158 tourismecote-nord.com [3] Tubing [4] Kitesnow Photos credits: [1,2] VBC - M. Loiselle, [3] Station récréotouristique Gallix, [4] D. Prévéreault.

161 accommodation & places to eat 160 Regional Flavours 164 Grocery & Convenience Stores 165 Dairy Bars 166 Places to Eat 178 Accommodation 179 Hunting & Fishing Salmon Rivers ZECs Outfitters 188 Non-traditional Accommodation 191 Hotels 201 Bed & Breakfasts 204 Tourist Homes (Cottages & Condos) 208 Youth Hostels 209 Vacation Centres 210 Campgrounds 213 RV Services Crédit photo : Insérez le nom des photographes Photos credits: É. Marchand, M. Loiselle, BOKEH35.

162 accommodation & places to eat REGIONAL FLAVOURS REGIONAL FLAVOURS The North: bursting with colour and flavours! [1] Manicouagan Fishmongers Regional Flavours Like its history, North Shore cuisine is a cultural melting pot: after the intial contact, European settlers and the Innu were able to live together and share their skills, knowledge and resources. Today, the North Shore serves up a joyous mixture of wild and farmed products of which game, fish, seafood, berries, fresh herbs and garden vegetables are just some of the highlights. The region is perhaps best known for its seafood scallops, snow crab, Northern shrimp and Arctic surf clams but blueberries, lingonberries and cloudberries (or bakeapples) are also gaining in popularity. Varieties ripen at different times, so eager berry-pickers can harvest several types at once. Want to take some of our local flavours home with you? A number of visitor information centres have displays of tempting North Shore products. Renowned chefs worldwide agree that Arctic surf clams are the best. [1] Manicouagan Fishmongers 160 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [Header] MTOQ-L Gagnon, [1] Pêcherie Manicouagan, [2] QM - M. Laverdière.

163 accommodation & places to eat REGIONAL FLAVOURS North Shore Public Markets Ext. 110 tablebioalimentairecotenord.ca The North Shore s natural flavours evoke its unspoiled forests and untamed rivers. A hint of sea spray, the scent of wood smoke, the sharp tang of cranberries and you re instantly transported to this untamed yet peaceful land. Meet local artisans and discover their passion. Discover new flavours at the North Shore s public markets in Tadoussac, Baie-Comeau, Sept-Îles and Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan. Join us on Facebook. [3] Terroir Boréal Saveurs Natives products Côte-Nord Pêcherie Manicouagan Les Escoumins : 152 rue Saint-Marcellin West Baie-Comeau : 334 boulevard La Salle pecheriemanicouagan.com Visit one of our coastal fishmongers, or our fishmonger-restaurants in Les Escoumins and Baie-Comeau, where you can choose from a wide variety of delicious, freshly caught fish and seafood. Products include snow crab, shrimp, lobster, halibut, turbot, whelks, and Arctic surf clams (delicious in chowder!), all skillfully prepared and beautifully presented. Schedule: Open as of March. [ 1,2] pp.27,40 Tadoussac Terroir Boréal Saveurs Natives 3Œ 251 rue des Pionniers terroirboreal.com Terroir Boréal offers a line of natural products that includes aromatic herb blends, syrups, fruit and mushroom powders, herbal tea, preserves, spreads and local fleur de sel, all based on non-timber forest products or fruit harvested from the boreal forest. The product line is presented by Martin Brisson, Aboriginal head chef at La Galouïne Inn & Restaurant. For more information, visit terroirboreal.com. [ 3,4] p.18 [4] La Galouïne smoked salmon Microbrasserie Tadoussac 145 rue du Bord-de-l Eau microtadoussac.com Come to Microbrasserie Tadoussac and try one of our 15 varieties of locally brewed beer in a friendly setting overlooking the bay. Relax on our patio and take in the enchanting river view as you savour the results of Tadoussac s brewing expertise, and dine on dishes prepared by local chefs / artisans. We also have board games, a beer store and a wide range of products bearing the MT logo. Families with children welcome. Open year-round. Photos credit: [3,4] Terroir Boréal - L. Gagnon. tourismecote-nord.com 161

164 accommodation & places to eat REGIONAL FLAVOURS Baie-Comeau Confiserie La Mère Michèle 704 rue de Puyjalon, Baie-Comeau or meremichele.ca [1] Mère Michèle chocolates This sweet shop is a treat for your eyes and your taste buds, with local delicacies, fine chocolates, Asian and gourmet food, chocolate and cake accessories, fine china, and gift ideas galore. This is where Les Délices de Michèle creations see the light of day before being produced at the factory in Colombier. [ 1] Sept-Îles Poissonnerie Fortier & Frères (fishmongers) 1 rue du Père-Divet, Sept-Îles poissonneriefortier.ca Sacré-Cœur [2] Sweet treat at the sugar shack Herbamiel 228 chemin de l Anse-de-Roche, Sacré-Cœur herbamiel.ca This is an artisanal beekeeping operation that specializes in processed bee products, such as raw honey, propolis, honey soap, honey lip balm, and beeswax candles. More information on p. 24. Ferme 5 Étoiles JÕ 465 Route 172, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com Come to Ferme 5 Étoiles to experience the resort s fun and friendly Sugar Shack, where you will learn about Quebec s sugaring-off traditions and enjoy a delicious meal. Taste maple taffy on the snow and hop aboard a tractor-drawn sleigh to visit the farm animals, or stay the weekend and enjoy the live music and shows. Sugar Shack package includes overnight stay, lunch and special activities. [ 2] p.16 This fish market, located directly on the Old Pier, processes and sells fresh and frozen seafood products. Specialties include whole hand-peeled shrimp, snow crab, fresh local scallops, whelks and halibut, as well as a wide range of take-out dishes and the best sushi in town. Schedule: Seasonal. p.67 Trésors des Bois 374 rue Thériault, Sept-Îles (Gallix area) tresorsdesbois.com Trésors des bois harvests, processes, and markets wild and natural products such as mushrooms, different kinds of tea and herbal tea, spices, marinades, jellies, spreads and jams. These delicacies are prized ingredients for preparing gourmet dishes. [ 6] Poissonnerie Soucy 295 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles At Soucy Fishmongers, clients will find a wide variety of seafood, including delicious snow crab and genuine Sept-Îles shrimp, cooked directly on the boat for extra freshness. Fresh and frozen fish and shellfish are also available. 162 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] M. Loiselle, [2] MTOQ - M. Dupuis.

165 accommodation & places to eat REGIONAL FLAVOURS Rivière-au-Tonnerre Maison de la Chicoutai (Cloudberry House) 6 rue de l Église, Rivière-au-Tonnerre chicoutai.ca Maison de la Chicoutai is exclusively dedicated to promoting and marketing cloudberries, an orange fruit that grows wild in local peat bogs. Join our guided tours and discover the cloudberry in all its various forms: butter, jam, jelly, and even herbal tea! Other regional specialty products are also for sale. [ 3] [3] Cloudberry products Aguanish Le Goynish Smokehouse 237 Route Jacques-Cartier, Aguanish aacn.ca This smokehouse specializes in smoked salmon and related products as well as regional dishes featuring smoked salmon, fish, and seafood. Eat-in and take-out service. Schedule: June 1 to October 31. [ 5] Natashquan Brasserie la Mouche Natashquan blamouche.com The mission of this up-and-coming brewery is to put North Shore products on everyone s table! Savour its beers in restaurants and bars, or buy them in the region s grocery stores and specialized beer stores. Guided tours are offered starting in summer De baies et de sève Fine Foods 35 rue du Pré, Natashquan , debaiesetdeseve.weebly.com This Natashquan start-up makes a range of specialty products using locally sourced plants, seaweed and fruit from the Minganie region. Choose from a selection of jellied preserves, wildflower tea, fruit butters and a unique, local pesto, and take home the tastes and aromas of the North Shore sea and forest. Enjoy subtle and unusual flavours that range from woody to floral, from citrus notes to the saltwater taste of the sea. Since 2015, De baies et de sève also offers a line of body care products based on selected ingredients from the sea and forest. Photos credits: [3,6] M. Malherbe, [4] Pêcherie Manicouagan, [5] Fumoir Le Goynish. [4] Scallops from Manicouagan Fishmongers [5] Le Goynish Smokehouse [6] Cloudberries and Labrador tea tourismecote-nord.com 163

166 accommodation & places to eat GROCERY & CONVENIENCE STORES Grocery & Convenience Stores Essipit (Les Escoumins) VOISIN Essipit Convenience Store 44 rue de la Réserve, Essipit vacancesessipit.com This store, located in the centre of the Innu community, is more like a general store than a convenience store, as it offers a wide variety of services under one roof: gas station, SAQ outlet, grocery items, DVD and video game rentals, propane, coffee, firewood, ice, and much more! Baie-Comeau North-East Convenience Store 337 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau Conveniently located at the intersection of La Salle and Comeau, this store can easily be accessed by motorists and snowmobilers due to its proximity to a nearby trail. There s something for everyone here: gas, beverages, take-out food, grocery items, and all sorts of other useful stuff. Stop in today! Provigo Jacques Nadeau 300 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau , provigo.ca This grocery store offers a variety of fresh products as well as fast and courteous service to meet all your needs. Stock up on food and beverages for your travels. The convenient catering service and prepared take-out meals are sure to satisfy a variety of tastes. Sept-Îles Esso Convenience Store 5 rue Comeau, Sept-Îles septile9@harnoisgroupepetrolier.com This convenience store and service station is open 7 days a week until 11 p.m. You ll find coffee and a wide variety of sandwiches, and pastries made on-site. This is the perfect place to fill up, ask for directions or grab a bite to eat. Ask for the customer loyalty card and use it to collect points on gas and convenience store purchases. MelLau Market 495 place du Commerce, Sept-Îles marchemellau@cgocable.ca This grocery store offers specialty products, prepared take-out meals (hot, cold, and frozen), and hypoallergenic products. Port-Menier Anticosti Island Co-op 6 rue des Olympiades, Port-Menier , coop-ccia.com This consumer cooperative, conveniently located in the centre of the village, welcomes shoppers under the Métro-Richelieu banner. It s a grocery store with an in-house bakery, meat counter and SAQ (liquor store). For your convenience, it also sells prepared food, propane, and unleaded and diesel fuel. Member of the FCAQ (Fédération des coopératives d alimentation du Québec). Schedule: Open yearround. [1] Wild blueberries 164 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] P. Rambaud - Le Cyclope.

167 accommodation & places to eat DAIRY BARS Baie-Johan-Beetz Baie-Johan-Beetz Solidarity Food Cooperative Choix de Marguerite 15A rue du Nord, Baie-Johan-Beetz (access via Route 138) Choix de Marguerite is a dynamic multi-service centre with a cheerful, dedicated staff. The co-op is home to a grocery store, service station, SAQ outlet, coffee shop with WIFI, post office, and an exclusive selection of gourmet products. Rain or shine, it s always nice to stop in for a snack at a table overlooking the Piashti River. Pick up a serving of local fruit cloudberries, blueberries, raspberries, cranberries, strawberries at grocery stores and specialty shops. Enjoy eating them as is, or savour their flavour in local food and drinks. Natashquan Natashquan Market 28 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan richard.bnat@gmail.com At the Natashquan Market you ll find SAQ products (wine & spirits), gas and diesel fuel, cloudberry products and a bakery. Kegaska Quegasca Convenience Store 104 chemin Jacques-Cartier, Kegaska quegasca1@globetrotter.net This convenience store, located directly on Route 138, offers a variety of products and services, such as locally handcrafted souvenirs, gas, lottery tickets, a washroom and space to sit down and enjoy a coffee and a snack. Open daily. [2] Stock up on candy! Dairy Bars Tadoussac Crèmerie Pause bonbons (ice cream parlour) 121 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac This ice cream parlour, with its lovely patio overlooking the bay, has soft-serve, slushies, baguette, steamed hot dogs, croissants, drinks, sweets and prepared lunches. It s the perfect place to relax before or after a cruise, or stock up on supplies when heading to the beach. Schedule: Open daily in summer. Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Marina s Dairy Bar (Bar laitier Chez Marina) 1045 chemin du Roi, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan (next to Nat s Canteen Cantine Chez Nat) or (off season) In 2017, Marina s Dairy Bar celebrates 25 years of serving customers with a smile! The menu features scrumptious frozen desserts made with local blueberries, cloudberries, lingonberries, raspberries, and strawberries. Choice of 80 flavours of soft ice cream; also, milkshakes, Sloche beverages, candy and local crafts. Photo credit: [2] LeShadow. tourismecote-nord.com 165

168 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT PLACES TO EAT Enjoy our sun-kissed fruit, and seafood fresh from the sea. Price Legend: $: $15 max. $$: $30 max. $$$: $50 max. $$$$ over $50. Meals served: 1: Breakfast 2: Lunch 3: Dinner Places to Eat Tadoussac Chez Mathilde rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac chezmathildebistro.com $ 1,2,3 Québec s largest newspaper, La Presse, called Chez Mathilde Tadoussac s top restaurant. It is part of the new wave of establishments that are breaking culinary rules in order to pay homage to each ingredient they work with, and take the dining experience to another level. [ 1] 166 tourismecote-nord.com [1] Chez Mathilde Le Chantmartin 412 rue du Bateau-Passeur, Tadoussac or chantmartin.com $$ 1,2,3 Open year-round, this restaurant offers a wide selection of dishes, including grilled meat, pizza, seafood, sandwiches, pasta, fondue, fast food, and daily specials. Table d hôte and children s menus also available. Photos credits: [Header] BOKEH35, [1] Chez Mathilde.

169 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Take-Out Co-op 0 164B rue Morin, Tadoussac alemportee.com $ 1,2,3 This artisanal bakery, À l emportée, offers quality products made with local ingredients and sold in ecofriendly packaging. All breads and pastries are hand-made using traditional recipes. A wide variety of pastries, take-out dishes, and food items are also available, perfect for your next picnic. Schedule: Open daily in summer, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. [ 2] Pause bonbons et Crêpes express (Candy & Crêpe House) 177B rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac $ 1,2,3 T This adorable store with magical décor has a wide variety of take-out, boxed-lunch-style options or eat-in choices that include baguette, croissants, coffee and drinks. Delicious sweet and savoury crêpes are our specialty. Check out our extensive candy counter bet you can t pick just one and enjoy them on the outdoor patio. [ 3] La Galouïne Auberge & Restaurant rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac lagalouine.com $$$ 1,2,3 3JŒ T This gourmet, family-style restaurant has both a regular and table d hôte evening menu (featuring grilled meat, seafood, game, fresh pasta, and regional specialties) and a breakfast as well as a lunchtime bistro menu. Try the shared salmon and trout smokehouse platter, smoked marinated duck, Terroir Boréal products, and local cheeses, or the croûtiers (house specialties) and the Galouïne platter. Regulars love our selection of microbrews on tap and our two patios. Reservations recommended. [ 4] p.18 Inn on the Lake Restaurant rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac le-beluga.qc.ca $$ 1,2,3 3 T This licensed restaurant offers a regular and table d hôte menu featuring AAA certified Angus steak, to be enjoyed in the dining room or on the patio. Other specialties include fresh salmon, ccod fillet stuffed with vegetables and other mouth-watering fish and seafood dishes. [ 5] Photos credits: [2] À l emportée Coop, [3] Pause bonbons, [4] La Galouïne, [5] Resto L Auberge du lac. [2] Take-Out Co-op [3] Chocolate-banana-strawberry crêpe [4] La Galouïne Special [5] Inn on the Lake Restaurant tourismecote-nord.com 167

170 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Price Legend: $: $15 max. $$: $30 max. $$$: $50 max. $$$$ over $50. Meals served: 1: Breakfast 2: Lunch 3: Dinner Sacré-Cœur Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort 465 Route 172, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com $$ 1,3 JŒ The restaurant at this vacation resort serves local country-style cuisine from December through to May. Maple products made on-site and other regional specialties offer unusual and delightful taste experiences. Reservations required. p.16 Tadoussac [1] Le William, Hôtel Tadoussac Le William, Hôtel Tadoussac rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac or hoteltadoussac.com $$$$ 3 3JŒ This restaurant s intimate atmosphere and abundant natural light, stunning views of the St. Lawrence River and a spectactular bay (one of the most beautiful in the world) all these combine to create the perfect décor for an unforgettable gourmet experience. Awarded a AAA/CAA 4-diamond rating, this restaurant, showcasing local specialty products, is a must-visit destination for fine dining enthusiasts. Reservations recommended. [ 1] p.18 Le Coverdale, Hôtel Tadoussac rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac or hoteltadoussac.com $$$ 1,2,3 3JŒ This restaurant offers regional cuisine with a local flavour. The regular menu and seasonal buffet feature a variety of seafood, fish, and meat dishes. With its elegant wood panelling, murals, and pieces from the Coverdale collection, the dining room bears witness to a rich history. p.18 Le Coronet 401 Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or hmcoronet.com $$ 1,2,3 Hôtel Motel Le Coronet s large dining room welcomes patrons with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. On the menu: grilled and roasted meats, seafood, sandwiches, pasta, pizza and daily specials. p.16 Les Bergeronnes Li l Pig Artisanal Bakery rue de la Mer,Les Bergeronnes, toward the wharf (follow the directions to Essipit whale watching cruises) $ 1,2 This friendly artisanal bakery offers products made with stone-ground flour and baked in a traditional wood-burning outdoor oven. Breathe in the aroma and admire the flowers while you sip an espresso and try to choose between round loaves, French baguettes, seasoned flatbreads (like the famous L il Pig ), brioches and kouing-amann. Schedule: June to mid-october. We open when we re ready, close when there s nothing left. Tip: order before your cruise leaves, it ll be ready when you return. [2] Artisanal bakery 168 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Hôtel Tadoussac, [2] Boulangerie artisanale la "P tite Cochonne".

171 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT La Rosepierre 66 rue Principale, Les Bergeronnes or rosepierre.com $$ 1,3 Located in the heart of Les Bergeronnes, the regular and table d hôte menu at this inn and restaurant offers Canadian and European cuisine, including regional specialties made with fresh local products. Generous continental buffet breakfast. Wheelchair accessible; reservations required. Schedule: Open year-round. [3] Restaurant Le Bouleau Les Escoumins Restaurant Le Bouleau 454 Route 138, Les Escoumins restaurantlebouleau.com $$ 1,2,3 This friendly seafood restaurant has a view of the St. Lawrence, so you may spot whales as you dine on excellent seafood, grilled meat, pizza, pasta, and more, from the regular, table d hôte or daily specials menu. [ 3] p.15 Restaurant Pêcherie Manicouagan 152 rue Saint-Marcellin West, Les Escoumins fruitsdemeretpoissons.com $$$ 2,3 T Enjoy a variety of fresh seafood caught daily, including fish, snow crab, shrimp, lobster, scallops, halibut, turbot, whelks and Arctic surf clams as well as clam chowder. This fish market and restaurant features regional specialties served in the dining room or on the patio overlooking the St. Lawrence. Regular and take-out menus available. [ 5] p.27 Krill Cuisine Surf & Turf 287 Route 138, Les Escoumins lekrill.ca $$ 2,3 This new-wave Surf & Turf restaurant serves gourmet cuisine inspired by the North Shore s distinctive sea air and wide-open spaces, and featuring typical North Shore flavours. Be sure to stop by our take-out counter if you need to bring supplies along on your next adventure. Visit our website and Facebook page for schedule and menu. Photos credits: [3] Le Bouleau, [4] Le Petit Régal, [5] Pêcherie Manicouagan. [4] Le petit régal Restaurant [5] Manicouagan Fishmonger-Restaurant Le petit régal Restaurant 307 Route 138, Les Escoumins lepetitregal.com $$ 1,2,3 T The dining room and patio-bar offer a spectacular view of Escoumins Bay. Select from a quality menu featuring fish, seafood, grilled meat, spare ribs, pizza, and other à la carte dishes. [ 4] p.15 tourismecote-nord.com 169

172 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Price Legend: $: $15 max. $$: $30 max. $$$: $50 max. $$$$ over $50. Meals served: 1: Breakfast 2: Lunch 3: Dinner Forestville Le Danube Bleu 5 Route 138, Forestville or econolodgeforestville.com $$ 1,2,3 J This restaurant offers a daily lunch buffet and specials, and a regular menu featuring seafood specialties such as scallop brochettes and North Shore chowder. We also serve a variety of dishes such as grilled meat, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, and pizza, as well as a selection of over 40 wines and spirits. Breakfast weekdays from 5 a.m. and weekends from 6 a.m., as well as the classic Sunday brunch. p.27 Les Escoumins Kiboikoi Café-Bar 319 Route 138, Les Escoumins kiboikoi.wixsite.com $ 2,3 J T This warm, friendly café-bar serves fair-trade coffee and chocolate, herbal teas and tea, pastries, soups, salads and paninis all made on-site, with love! There s a children s corner where they can play, read and draw. The café hosts art exhibitions, concerts and storytelling events, as well as board game nights and book swaps. Check out our café, it s the ideal place to relax with a good craft beer! Portneuf-sur-Mer La Capitainerie de la Marina 1 chemin de la Marina, Portneuf-sur-Mer $$ 1,2,3 J [1] La Marée Haute Bistro Located directly on the pier at the mouth of the Rivière Escoumins, this 60-seat restaurant also has a bar with stunning views of the St. Lawrence. Its refined cuisine features North Coast products, regional flavours and seasonal specialties. Come and enjoy the friendly atmosphere for breakfast, lunch or dinner, as a couple or with friends and family. Le Chianti Resto-Pub 5 Route 138, Forestville or econolodgeforestville.com $ 3 Come relax in friendly surroundings that feature a central bar, a temperature-controlled glass wine cellar, and big-screen TVs broadcasting sports events. Ideal for business meetings. We offer a bistro pub menu, a selection of single-malt Scotch, over 40 different wines, and a variety of beers on tap, such as Rickard s and Heineken. Schedule: Open daily from 4 p.m. p.27 Baie-Comeau La Cache d Amélie 37 avenue Marquette, Baie-Comeau $$$ 3 This restaurant offers a fabulous view of the St. Lawrence to patrons dining on its refined, distinctive regional cuisine from the regular or table d'hôte menu. It has an extensive wine list, including many private imports and a large selection of spirits, as well as private rooms for holding business or small group meetings. Winner of several culinary awards, La Cache guarantees its customers top quality at an affordable price. Reservations recommended. Many local restaurants have patios that provide superb views of the St. Lawrence 170 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] Le Bistro La Marée Haute.

173 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Le Bistro La Marée Haute 8 avenue Cabot, Baie-Comeau or manoirbc.com $$$ 1,2,3 P Enjoy magnificent views of the St. Lawrence from its new elegant patio. The seven meeting and reception rooms can seat up to 300 people. The hotel restaurant "Le Bistro La Marée Haute" features a large selection of wines and spirits and e regular and table d Hôte menu featuring local specialities. [ 1] p.42 Microbrasserie St-Pancrace (Microbrewery) 55 place La Salle, Baie-Comeau stpancrace.com $ 3 3 T The first microbrewery in the North Shore offers locally flavoured beers brewed on-site as well as a selection of Québec-made whisky and spirits. It also serves local specialty foods in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Schedule: Open year-round. Check our Facebook page for special activities. [ 2] Les Trois Barils Resto-Bar 200 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau or restaurant3barils.com $$$ 2,3 J T This friendly gathering place is well-knowns for its quality seafood, grilled meat and pizza that can be ordered from the regular menu, the daily lunch menu or the evening table d hôte. It has an excellent wine list with many grand cru wines, private imports and microbrews. There is a quiet section for couples, a solarium reserved for groups, and a patio-bar that s ideal for happy hour and special events. Manicouagan Fishmongers 334 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau East side pecheriemanicouagan.com $$ 2,3 T Treat yourself to dinner at the new fishmongerrestaurant in the eastern end of town, and a visit to the fishmonger in the western end. Both establishments offer topnotch regional products such as crab, shrimp, lobster, fresh fish and a variety of prepared products for sale that you re sure to love! Schedule: Opens in early April. [ 3] p.40 Resto Bar Le Blues 48 place La Salle, Baie-Comeau legrandhotel.ca $$$ 1,2,3 3 T Located in downtown Baie-Comeau in the Grand Hotel, Le Blues offers regional specialties, seafood, grilled meat, pasta and burgers in a wood-panelled dining room that features a heated patio, billiard table and large-screen TV. Daily happy hour specials and themed dinner menu. Come chat with our locals and experience a real North Shore welcome. p.40 Saint James Resto-Bar 20 avenue Cartier, Baie-Comeau $$ 1, 2,3 3 Lounge on the terrace, with magnificent views of the St. Lawrence and the whales, and peruse the regular or table d hôte menu featuring pasta, pizza, salads, sandwiches and grilled meats. Enjoy delicious seafood, fish and fresh crab in season and a bottle from our reasonably priced wine selection. Schedule: See Facebook page for details. [2] Try the local specialty products at Microbrasserie St-Pancrace [3] Freshly caught seafood Photos credits: [2] Microbrasserie St-Pancrace, [3] Pêcherie Manicouagan. tourismecote-nord.com 171

174 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Price Legend: $: $15 max. $$: $30 max. $$$: $50 max. $$$$ over $50. Meals served: 1: Breakfast 2: Lunch 3: Dinner Baie-Comeau Royal Pizza 2674 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau , lapizzaroyale.com $$ 2,3 This friendly locale welcomes you into its intimate, wood-panelled dining room. We serve and deliver various fast-food options: pizza, pasta, Chinese food, seafood, and more. Schedule: Opening hours and delivery Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to midnight; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 a.m. Popular with teams during sports tournaments. Le Manoir du Café 5 place La Salle, Baie-Comeau $$ 1,2,3 3 T Located in Place Lasalle, in the heart of downtown Baie-Comeau, this friendly restaurant and coffee roaster is renowned for the wide selection of highquality teas and coffees it serves and sells. Also on the menu: a variety of breakfast options, signature dishes and daily specials. The sunny patio is a popular summer gathering spot. La P tite Grenouille Bar 888 rue de Puyjalon, Baie-Comeau avenue Brochu, Sept-Îles laptitegrenouille.ca $$ 3 You ll love walking into the bar s chic décor, choosing a drink from the beer and spirits menu (all at great prices), ordering something from the bar snacks menu and listening to the funky live tunes. Come for theme night or hold a private party. A cool place to hang out with friends and meet new people. Godbout Restaurant du Passant 100 rue Monseigneur-Labrie, Godbout $$ 1,2,3 This seafood restaurant with a maritime decor is located near the Matane-Godbout ferry terminal. Dining room with a view of the St. Lawrence. To prolong your stay, three rooms are available for guests, with access to the beach. Baie-Trinité Restaurant Domaine ensoleillé 0 15 Route 138, Les Islets-Caribou, Baie-Trinité restaurantdomaineensoleille.ca $$ 1,2,3 T This family-friendly fast-food restaurant specializes in delicious seafood and home-made meals. Try the yummy seafood roll, made with crab harvested just offshore or, on weekends, the hearty breakfast. The daily menu features grilled meat, pasta, pizza, delectable desserts and local specialties. There s an outdoor patio, a take-out menu, and a campground store open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Schedule: Monday to Friday, 11 a.m.to 8 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Baie-Comeau, Route 389 Le Relais Manic-Outardes Route 389, Km , relaismanicoutardes.com $ 1,2,3 At this way station for tourists and workers, located halfway between Baie-Comeau and Manic-5, you ll find a cafeteria, convenience store, gas station, accommodation in private rooms, workers camp and a campground with full-service RV sites. Schedule: Open daily, 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. p.38 The ice-cold water of the St. Lawrence creates delicious, tender seafood. 172 tourismecote-nord.com

175 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Repos du passant Restaurant Route 389, Km $ 1,2,3 This fast-food restaurant is located near the Manic-2 dam. It offers daily specials, grilled meat, sandwiches, and more. Énergie Motel Route 389, km or $$ 1,2,3 At the foot of the Manic-5 dam, on the famous Route du Nord (or Northern Route) is the meeting point for motorcycle riders and other visitors. Come and share your taste for adventure with them over a Uapishka microbrew and a hearty meal. Gas station, restaurant, licensed convenience store, souvenir shop. Reservations required for groups. Schedule: Open year-round, 4:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. p.50 Port-Cartier Top Café 32 rue Plante, Port-Cartier $$ 1,2,3 Top Café is a friendly place where people can meet for a meal or one of our excellent specialty coffees. The store carries fine Italian food products and locally made crafts, to encourage local artisans by providing a venue where they can display and sell their work. Schedule: Open year-round; closed on Mondays. Graffiti Café-Theatre 50 chemin des Îles, île McCormick, Port-Cartier or legraffiti.ca $$ 3 2 T Known for its great shows and intimate décor, Graffiti Café-Theatre is located in an enchanting setting in the heart of Port-Cartier. In summer, come and enjoy our bar on show nights. Schedule: June 9 to August 20, Wednesday to Sunday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Kitchen closes at 7 p.m. p.59 [1] Fresh shrimp Chez VérOH Restaurant 48 avenue Parent, Port-Cartier lebelveronique@hotmail.fr $ 2,3 Come for the family atmosphere and the patio, stay for the food! At the dairy bar: sundaes, soft and hard ice cream, milkshakes, Sloche beverages, coffee and various kinds of candy. In the trailer: fries, burgers, hot dogs, poutine, onion rings, club sandwiches, Paninis and hot dog sandwiches. Close to the Pier Boardwalk and the children s playground. Le Remous Resto-Pub 25 avenue Parent, Port-Cartier $$ 2,3 T Enjoy the friendly, rustic charm of Le Remous Resto-Pub. Located next to the new Pier Boardwalk, it features a spectacular view of the salmon fishing river that runs through town. Enjoy a varied daily menu featuring a range of healthy dishes and be sure to sample the best cod fillet in the whole province! A delightful dining experience with local flavour. Schedule: Closed Mondays. Dixie Lee 58 rue Élie-Rochefort, Port-Cartier dixieleepc@globetrotter.net $ 2,3 T Dixie Lee offers fast food and varied cuisine. Stop by to try our famous fried chicken it s the best in town! We also have delivery service. Schedule: Open daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Photo credit: [1] Pêcherie Manicouagan. tourismecote-nord.com 173

176 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Price Legend: $: $15 max. $$: $30 max. $$$: $50 max. $$$$ over $50. Meals served: 1: Breakfast 2: Lunch 3: Dinner Sept-Îles [1] Gino Pizza Edgar Café Bar 490 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles $$ 2,3 T Our patios provide breathtaking views of the islands and bay. At happy hour or dinner, try our Québec artisanal cheeses, European hot dogs, smoked fish or gourmet cold cuts. For summer lunches, we offer a selection of soups, sandwiches, salads and pizzas. We serve 13 Québec draft beers, private-import wines and organic coffee. Schedule: Open year-round. The Captain s Terraces avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles $$$ 2,3 Located near the Sept-Îles port facilities, The Captain s Terraces is among the region s most popular restaurants. Come try our fish and seafood in a friendly and casual atmosphere. Reservations are strongly recommended. Schedule: Open only in summer. Sophie s Café-Bar 495 avenue Brochu, Sept-Îles chezsophie@live.ca $$$ 2,3 J Our specialties are pasta, salad, and gourmet pizza. We offer 3 daily lunch specials, gourmet cuisine, coffee, a wide selection of wine served by the glass, and specialty beers. Guests must be 18 and over. Schedule: Open year-round; closed Sundays and Mondays. Gino Pizza 831 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles , pizzagino.ca $$ 2,3 3 Founded over 35 years ago, this Sept-Îles fast-food establishment has become famous for its pizza. Gino s is also tops for poutine, offering 25 varieties, as well as 27 kinds of subs, plus homemade fries, pasta, and club sandwiches. Counter service and fast delivery. Schedule: Daily, from 11 a.m. [ 1] Omer s Restaurant-Bar 372 avenue Brochu, Sept-Îles $$$ 2,3 3 Guests love the quality and outstanding freshness of our food. Crab, one of our most popular specialties, is caught locally. At Omer s we have our own special way of preparing seafood. You ll enjoy our friendly dining atmosphere and top-quality wines. Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hôtel Sept-Îles Restaurant 451 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles or hotelseptiles.com $$$ 1,2,3 This restaurant has the best view in town! Choose items from the extensive breakfast menu and enjoy the selfserve toast bar. On weekdays, the regular menu includes a salad and bread bar. In summer, we offer theme nights and the freshest of seafood. Join us Friday or Saturday for all-you-can-eat fondue. Schedule: Weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; weekends from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. [ 3] p tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] Gino Pizza.

177 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Restaurant Fin Renard 666 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles restaurantfinrenard.com $$ 1,2,3 3J Named after one of the region s more elusive animals (the fox), Restaurant Fin Renard s menu features traditional North Shore flavours, and some ingredients that are still relatively unknown even to the locals! The new venue s sleek, European-inspired décor is sure to please your eyes as much as your taste buds. Schedule: Open year-round, Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Tuesday to Saturday: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. [ 2] Rôtisserie St-Hubert 1005 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles $$ 2,3 Try our legendary roasted chicken or mouth-watering grilled dishes. We offer Lunch & Go meals for those in a hurry, plus table d hôte and children s menus, all available in the dining room, at the bar as well as at the take-out counter and for delivery. Schedule: Daily, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m Restaurant Pasta 665 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or hotel-mingan.com $$$ 1,2,3 Restaurant Pasta is known for its fine Continental and Italian cuisine and its impressive wine list. It serves gourmet pasta dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Schedule: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. for breakfast and lunch; Monday to Saturday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. [ 4] Oriental du Nord Restaurant 1006 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles orientaldunord.ca $$ 2,3 3 Opened in June 2014, this family-style restaurant serves a variety of reasonably priced Chinese and Canadian cuisine, including such popular dishes as Cantonese Chow Mein, their own special Wonton Soup, General Tao chicken as well as Surf n Turf, grilled meat, filet mignon, seafood and pizza. The friendly and efficient staff provide a warm welcome. View over Sept Îles Bay. Schedule: Open daily except Mondays, 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. [ 5] Photos credits: [2] Fin Renard, [3] Hôtel Sept-Îles, [4] Restaurant Pasta, [5] L Oriental du Nord. [2] Restaurant Fin Renard, breakfast [3] View of the bay from Hôtel Sept-Îles Restaurant [4] Restaurant Pasta [5] L Oriental du Nord tourismecote-nord.com 175

178 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Price Legend: $: $15 max. $$: $30 max. $$$: $50 max. $$$$ over $50. Meals served: 1: Breakfast 2: Lunch 3: Dinner Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Nat s Canteen (Cantine Chez Nat) 1045 chemin du Roi, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan (next to Marina s Dairy Bar) , (Off-season) $ 2,3 æ Got the munchies? Stop by Nat s Canteen in Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan, where Lucie and Rosa always provide a warm welcome and service with a smile. Our seafood specialty is crab, served either in a club, hot dog bun or regular sandwich. Whatever you choose, we promise you ll be satisfied! [1] Fresh lobster tail [2] Picnic on the beach Le macareux dodu Bistro 152 rue du bord de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan , macareuxdodu.ca $$ 2,3 J T Our seaside bistro takes your taste buds on a virtual tour, where flavours from the Minganie region s boreal forest are combined with typical local ingredients to create gourmet dishes. Freshly caught seafood and high-end prepared meals are available at our take-out counter. Schedule: sandwich bar and fish counter: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; bistro: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Delicious seafood is the North Shore s signature dish: you can find fresh cod dishes and the famous crab club sandwich in every town and village. Havre-Saint-Pierre [3] Julie s Restaurant Julie s Restaurant 1023 rue Dulcinée, Havre-Saint-Pierre info@chezjulie.ca $$$ 3 Since 1977, Julie s has been serving a variety of dishes from our famous seafood pizza to our delicious cloudberry pie that allow visitors to try the North Shore s specialties. A visit to the region wouldn t be complete without a stop at our renowned restaurant. Try our Seaman s Platter! [ 3] 176 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,4] QM - M. Laverdière, [2] É. Marchand, [3] S. Montoro.

179 accommodation & places to eat PLACES TO EAT Promenade Restaurant 1197 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre $$$ 1,2,3 3 Fans of Canadian cuisine, fish, and seafood will love the Promenade! Enjoy the ocean view as you sample our delicious lobster club sandwich. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in a casual atmosphere. Schedule: Open year-round. Aguanish Le Goynish Restaurant 0 and Smoke-house 237 Route Jacques-Cartier, Aguanish aacn.ca $$ 2,3 Stop in to pick up local products like smoked or marinated salmon at our friendly smokehouse and restaurant, or stay for a mouth-watering meal featuring regional products such as fish, seafood, or (of course!) our delicious smoked salmon in our comfortable dining room. Everyone s welcome. Schedule: Open daily, June 1 to October 31, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Goût du large Restaurant 0 9 rue du Pré, Natashquan legoutdularge@hotmail.com $$ 1,2,3 J Located on the banks of the Petite Rivière Natashquan, Goût du large Restaurant has something for every taste. Our seasonal menu features seafood and fish platters, pizza, burgers, an astonishing variety of poutines, and a large selection of beer and wine to accompany your meal. [ 5] [4] Lobster Natashquan La Cache Inn 183 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan or aubergelacache@yahoo.ca $ 1 Welcome to the comfort and tranquility of our friendly inn! You ll love the country-style charm of our rooms (some with ocean views) and our breakfasts with a distinctly local flavour. Continental breakfast is included in room rates and served exclusively to guests. Your well-being is our top priority! Échourie Café-Bistro 55 allée des Galets, Natashquan copactenatashquan.net $$ 2,3 T Boasting a beachfront terrace and lovely waterfront views, and only steps away from the Les Galets souvenir stores, this popular venue has a friendly, laid-back atmosphere. The extensive, revamped menu includes many regional dishes and local flavours. [5] Trio at Goût du large Restaurant [6] A visual and gourmet treat! Photos credits: [5] Restaurant Le goût du large, [6] É. St-Pierre. tourismecote-nord.com 177

180 accommodation & places to eat HUNTING & FISHING ACCOMMODATION A cozy nest surrounded by peaceful nature. Hunting & Fishing Hunting and fishing on the North Shore is a sure way to become one with nature! Its varied land habitats and unspoiled bodies of water make hunting and fishing here unforgettable. This is the only Québec region that guarantees its speckled trout are indigenous, and one of the few with the cold, pure waters that salmon need to thrive. Outfitters, controlled harvest zones (ZECs), and the Sépaq organization offer a range of services and lodging options. Extraordinary hunting grounds The secret is out: the North Shore is a huge playground for hunters, who come from near and far to try and bag such popular trophies as moose, caribou, black bear and small game. On Anticosti Island, where thousands of white-tailed deer roam freely, bag rates are among the highest in North America. Many regional outfitters offer hunting packages, with or without a guide. Licenses and information You must have a license to fish, hunt, or trap in the province of Québec. Licenses can be obtained from any authorized agent. For information about the relevant regulations, visit mern.gouv.qc.ca, call , or contact any regional wildlife protection office (Direction de la protection de la faune). 178 tourismecote-nord.com Hunting & Fishing Information Côte-Nord Outfitters Association pourvoiries-cotenord.com Québec Outfitters Federation pourvoiries.com FQSA (Fédération québécoise pour le saumon atlantique) or fqsa.ca Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources mern.gouv.qc.ca Sépaq (organization that manages provincially-owned outdoor centres) sepaq.com Hunting & Fishing stores Propac des 7 Rivers 7 rue des Bouleaux, Port-Cartier propac7@cgocable.ca Photos credit: [Header] M. Loiselle.

181 accommodation & places to eat SALMON RIVERS Salmon Rivers Sacré-Cœur Rivière-Sainte-Marguerite Association (ARSM) 160 rue Principale North or rivieresainte-marguerite.com If you want to tickle a salmon or sea trout in a breathtakingly beautiful, untamed natural setting, you re in the right spot! Fly fishing in the Rivière- Sainte-Marguerite dates back to 1860 and many who fish here are experts. However, this fairly narrow river is also perfect for beginners because of its well-marked pools and proximity to Route 172. The ARSM operates over 100 pools that can be reached by ford. Accommodation: Cottages and campground. Services: Equipment rental, hiking trails, guide, and sale of licenses. Schedule: June 1 to September 15; some areas do not require a reservation. Enjoy the feel of an Atlantic salmon or sea trout struggling at the end of your line! Sept-Îles Association for Protecting the Moisie River Inc boulevard Laure , (summer) rivieremoisie.com APRM is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the fauna and flora of the Moisie River and its tributaries. APRM operates and manages the first 23 kilometres of the river, located 25 kilometres east of Sept-Îles. Salmon fishing on the Moisie can only be done in motorboats. Three sectors are available for fishing. The two sectors in the Moisie River ZEC are not subject to access quotas; the Winthrop-Campbell Sector is subject to access quotas. Membership cards required. Access rights are determined by a draw on the third Saturday of March; 2nd draw starting May 30, 48 hbear prior to fishing date. [1] Aux Rochers River [2] Salmon river Côte-Nord FQSA (Fédération québécoise pour le saumon atlantique) 42 B rue Racine, Loretteville or fqsa.ca In the Manicouagan region, parallel forest roads provide easy access to four different rivers. Their amber-coloured water flows through deep mountain valleys and is home to Atlantic salmon and sea trout. The salmon in the Duplessis area s 27 rivers are known for their fighting spirit. These rivers flow through deep valleys and into bays along the St. Lawrence, marked by small coastal villages. Visitors to Anticosti Island are amazed by how clear the river water is on the island. Photos credits: [1] M. Corboz, [2] FGRSQ. tourismecote-nord.com 179

182 accommodation & places to eat ZECS ZECs Longue-Rive Iberville ZEC 3 rue de l Église, Suite , zeciberville.reseauzec.com Access: 5 km from Route 138. Accommodation: campgrounds. Bodies of water: 3 rivers (50 pools) and 239 lakes. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Î Camp close to nature on your next hunting or fishing trip. Forestville Forestville and Laval River ZEC 41 Route 138 East or zecforestville@globetrotter.net zecforestville.reseauzec.com Access: take Route 138. Accommodation: campgrounds and cottages. Bodies of water: 11 rivers (67 pools) and 935 lakes. Fishing: pike, indigenous brook trout, Atlantic salmon, sea trout, perch, eel and lake trout. Hunting: hare, migratory birds, moose, bear and partridge. Schedule: open year-round. Service: licenses. n ä Godbout Godbout and Mistassini Rivers ZEC 117 Route rivieregodbout.com Access: take Route 138. Accommodation: ready-tocamp units and campgrounds. Body of water: river. Fishing: salmon in areas with and without quotas. Service: all camping gear supplied except bedding U î [ 1] Baie-Trinité Baie-Trinité ZEC 2 rue Saint-Laurent sabt.ca Access: take Route 138. Accommodation: campgrounds and cottages. Body of water: river (pools) and lakes. Fishing: indigenous brook trout, Atlantic salmon and sea trout. Sept-Îles Matimek ZEC Sept-Îles Hunting and Fishing Association acpsi@zecmatimek.com Access: take Route 138, 19 km W. Accommodation: campgrounds and cottages. Body of water: 10 rivers and 350 lakes. Fishing: pike and indigenous brook trout. Hunting: hare, migratory birds, partridge, bear and moose. Service: licenses. ö n Îä ó r d Moisie River ZEC APRM (Association de protection de la rivière Moisie) 10 rue Mercier (Moisie area) (summer), rivieremoisie.com Access: take Route 138, 25 km E. Accommodation: cottages, campgrounds. Bodies of water: 1 river (2 sectors, 19 pools). Fishing: Atlantic salmon, sea trout. Schedule: May 25 to July 7. Services: licenses. ö [1] Godbout and Mistassini Rivers ZEC 180 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] Zec des rivières Godbout et Mistassini.

183 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Outfitters Tadoussac, Sacré-Cœur Tadoussac Hunting 2}to 4} and Fishing Club clubtadoussac.com GPS: N W , Boulanger Lake Rights: exclusive over 25.7 km 2 (daily fishing). Accès : take Route 138, after the Baie-Sainte- Catherine / Tadoussac Ferry. Accommodation: 10 cottages,1 campground and 1 lodge (6 rooms). Body of water: lake. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, moose, black bear. Open: open yearround. Packages: Modified American Plan, European Plan and guide service. J ö nîä F [ 2] Lake of Bays Club Inc. 2}to 4} or lacdesbaies.com GPS : N W , Des Baies Lake Rights: exclusive over 43.2 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: take Route 172 to Sacré-Coeur (not far from Tadoussac), follow the logging road for 14 km until the outfitter. Accommodation:16 cottages. Body of water: lake and river. Fishing: native brook trout, indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, snowshoe hare, moose and black bear. Open: open year-round. Packages: American Plan upon request, European Plan and guide service.j  Q ö n l ä F ó r d[ 3,4] Pourvoirie des grands ducs 2}to 3} Outfitter pourvoiriedesgrandsducs@outlook.com GPS : N W , Caribou Lake Rights: exclusive 21.4 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: Guests can enjoy many nearby activities: whale watching in Tadoussac, visiting historic sites in Les Bergeronnes and Les Escoumins. Located just 9.3 km from the village of Sacré-Coeur, this quiet spot is the perfect place to unwind. Accommodation:4 cottages. Body of water: lake. Fishing: native brook trout, indigenous brook trout. Hunting: moose, black bear, ruffed grouse, snowshoe hare. Open: 15 mai au 15 octobre. Package: American Plan upon request and European Plan. JÂ7Q ö l ä [2] Tadoussac Hunting and Fishing Club [3] Lake of Bays Club Inc. [4] Lake of Bays Club Inc. Jimmy Lake Outfitter 3}to 4} Essipit Outfitters or vacancesessipit.com GPS : N W , Jimmy Lake Rights: exclusive over 24 km 2. Access: follow Route 138, 7 km from Tadoussac. Accommodation: 8 cottages and 1 lodge (3 rooms). Body of water: lake. Fishing: native brook trout, indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare and moose. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan and guide service. î ö ä p.c-4 Photos credits: [2] Club Chasse et pêche Tadoussac, [3,4] Entreprises Essipit. tourismecote-nord.com 181

184 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Les Escoumins, Essipit Claire Club - Essipit Outfitters 3}to 4} or vacancesessipit.com GPS : N W , Cormier Lake Rights: exclusive over 81.5 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: follow Route 138 until Les Escoumins, take the logging road (ZEC Nordique) for 41 km until you reach the outfitter welcome centre. Accommodation: 8 cottages. Body of water: lake and river. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare and moose. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan. Â æ î ö ä p.c-4 Bernier Lake Domain Inc. - 3}to 4} Essipit Outfitters or vacancesessipit.com GPS : N W Petits Escoumins Lake Rights: exclusive over 32.7 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: take Route 138 until Les Escoumins, then take the ZEC Nordique logging road for 25 km until the outfitter. Accommodation: 4 cottages. Body of water: lake. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare and moose. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan. æ î ö ä M p.c-4 Cœurs Lake Domain Inc. - 2}to 4} Essipit Outfitters or vacancesessipit.com GPS : N W Cœurs Lake and Gilles Lake Rights: exclusive over 189 km 2. Access: follow Route 138 until Les Escoumins, take the ZEC Nordique logging road. The Cœurs Lake site is 74 km from Les Escoumins; the Gilles Lake site is 80 km. Accommodation: 22 cottages and 6 campgrounds. Body of water: lake and river. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare and moose. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan. Â æ î ö ä M p.c-4 Wolf Lake Sporting Domain Inc. 2}to 4} Essipit Outfitters or vacancesessipit.com GPS : N W , Wolf Lake Rights: exclusive over 54.7 km 2. Access: follow Route 138 until Les Escoumins, take the ZEC Nordique logging road for 68 km until the outfitter. Accommodation: 9 cottages and 3 campgrounds. Body of water: lake. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, black bear and moose. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan. æ î ö ä M p.c-4 Chez Pelchat Outfitter 3} or pourvoiriepelchat.com GPS : N W , Floating Bridge Lake Rights: exclusive over 7.89 km 2. Access: follow Route 138 until Les Escoumins, take the logging road for 36 km until the outfitter. Accommodation: 5 cottages. Body of water: lake. Fishing: native brook trout, indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, moose and black bear. Open: May to September (winter by reservation). Packages: European Plan. J Â î ö nä & Choose the American Plan (with meals) or European Plan (without). Longue-Rive Kergus Club Outfitter 3}to 4} , kergus.ca GPS : N W , Kergus Lake Rights: exclusive over 43.7 km 2. Access: oute 138 until Longue-Rive, then the logging road for 49 km until the outfitter. Accommodation:9 cottages and 1 lodge (8 rooms). Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: native brook trout, indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse and moose. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan and American Plan upon request. JÂæ î ö 182 tourismecote-nord.com

185 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Portneuf-sur-Mer Bouleaux Blancs Outfitter 3} bouleaublanc.com GPS : N W , Edmond Lake and Sauniat Lake Rights: 130 km 2 of private land. Directions: 8 km before Forestville on Route 138, turn left onto a logging road and drive for 13 km. Accommodation: 4 cottages and 3 camps. Body of water: Lake. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: moose, black bear, ruffed grouse. Open: May 15 to October 20. Packages: American Plan and European Plan. æ Forestville Canyon Domain (2010) inc. 3}to 4} or domaineducanyon.com GPS : N W , Atisocagamac Lake [1] Essipit Outfitters Rights: exclusive over 69.9 km 2. Access: tfollow Route 138 until Forestville, take the logging road for 84 km until the outfitter. Accommodation:9 cottages. Body of water: lake and river. Fishing: native brook trout. Hunting: woodcock, ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, moose and black bear. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan. J Â ö The North Shore is famous for the pure, cold waters of its lakes and streams that provide exceptional fishing! Le domaine Orégnac 4} domaineoregnac.com GPS : N W , Mimo Lake Rights: exclusive over km 2 (daily fishing). Access: take Routes 138 and 385 north to Labrieville (towards Bersimis 1). Accommodation: 7 cottages and 1 campground. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: indigenous brook trout, lake trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, snowshoe hare, moose, black bear, spruce grouse, woodcock. Open: May 26 to October 20. Packages: American Plan upon request and European Plan. JÂ 7î ä d ö [2] Le chenail du nord Outfitter Le chenail du nord Outfitter inc. 3}to 4} or lechenaildunord.com GPS : N W , Travers Lake Rights: exclusive over 69.3 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: follow Route 138 until Forestville, turn onto Rue Verreault Nord (directions on the ZEC road); drive 97 km until the outfitter. Accommodation: 6 cottages. Body of water: lake, river and reservoir. Fishing: indigenous brook trout, pike, whitefish and lake trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, black bear and moose. Open: May to October and December to April. Packages: European Plan, American Plan upon request and guide service. J Â ö n Î ä ó r [ 2] Photos credits: [1] Entreprises Essipit, [2] Pourvoirie le Chenail du Nord. tourismecote-nord.com 183

186 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Forestville La Rocheuse Outfitter 3}to 4} larocheuse.com GPS : N W , Bourbeau Lake Rights: exclusive over 94.5 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: Route 138 until Forestville then logging road, drive 60 or 75 km until the outfitter. Accommodation: 6 cottages. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, black bear and moose. Open: May to October and December to March. Package: European Plan. ö n Î ä M ó d [1] Relais Gabriel [2] Manicouagan Outfitter [3] Manicouagan Reservoir 184 tourismecote-nord.com Baie-Comeau Panomaguy Outfitter inc. 4} , GPS : N W , Okaopéo Lake Rights: non-exclusive. Access: follow Route 138 until Baie-Comeau, take Route 389 until km 179, then logging road for 11 km until the outfitter. Accommodation: 8 cottages. Bodies of water: lake, river and reservoir. Fishing: landlocked salmon, lake trout, native brook trout and pike. Hunting: ruffed grouse. Open: May to October. Packages: European Plan. Â æ î ö ä d Labrador Air-Safari 3} Manicouagan Outfitter Chambeaux Club , or labrador-airsafari.com Rights: exclusive and non-exclusive. Access: transportation by seaplane from Baie-Comeau. Accommodation: 6 cottages and 5 campgrounds. Body of water: lake. Fishing: indigenous brook trout, lake trout, landlocked salmon and pike. Hunting: moose and small game. Open: June to September. Package: European Plan. [ 2] Go to pourvoiries-cotenord.com to pick a place for your next hunting or fishing trip. The 54 outfitters listed offer many other outdoor activities. Photos credits: [1] Relais Gabriel, [2] Pourvoirie Manicouagan, [3] D. Prévéreault.

187 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Cyprès Lake Outfitter 2}to 3} laccypres.ca GPS : N W , Achigan Lake Rights: exclusive over 53.5 km 2. Access: Take Route 138 until chemin de la Toulnustouc (paved); at approx. km 66 after the bridge over the Pistuacanis River, turn right onto logging road RP3-230 and drive 24 km further. Follow the mileage and outfitter signs. Accommodation: 2 cottages and 2 campgrounds. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: Atlantic salmon and indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse and moose. Open: June to October. Packages: European Plan and guide service. æ î ö n Î ä [ 4] Dionne Lake Outfitter (2008) inc. 2}to 3} or pourvoiriedulacdionne.com GPS : N W Dionne Lake [4] Cyprès Lake Rights: exclusive over 52.2 km 2 (daily fishing). Access: drive on Route km east of Baie-Comeau, after the bridge over the English River, turn left onto chemin de la Toulnustouc; turn right at km 44 and drive 8 km until the outfitter. Accommodation:11 cottages. Body of water: lake. Fishing: indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, moose and black bear. Open: June to October. Package: European Plan. Â æ ö M Gabriel Outfitter inc. 2} , pourvoirierelaisgabriel.com GPS : N W Manicouagan Reservoir Rights: non-exclusive (daily fishing). Access: take Route 389 from Baie-Comeau until km 316 (100 km after Manic-5 towards Fermont). Accommodation: 6 cottages, 2 campgrounds and 1 lodge (6 rooms). Bodies of water: lake and reservoir. Fishing: native brook trout, landlocked salmon, lake trout, rainbow trout, pike and whitefish. Open: open year-round. Packages: European Plan, American Plan and guide service. J ö M [ 1] [5] Fishing Sept-Îles Moisie Nipissis Outfitter inc. 3}to 4} moisienipissis.com GPS : N W Moisie Nipissis River Rights: exclusive over 56 km 2. Access: transportation by helicopter from Sept-Îles. Accommodation: 1 cabin and 5 campgrounds. Body of water: river. Fishing: native brook trout and Atlantic salmon. Open: June to August. Packages: American Plan and guide service. Jæ Photos credits: [4] Cyprès Lake Outfitter, [5] M. Loiselle. tourismecote-nord.com 185

188 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Safari Anticosti 3}to 5} or safarianticosti.com GPS : N W , rivière aux Saumons [1] Safari Anticosti Rights: exclusive over km 2. Access: by plane. Accommodation:13 cabins, 4 campgrounds and 3 lodges (20 rooms). Body of water: river. Fishing: Atlantic salmon and sea trout. Hunting: white-tailed deer. Open: June to December. Packages: European Plan, American Plan and guide service. J î ö [ 1] Sépaq Anticosti 2}to 4} or sepaq.com GPS : N W Rights: exclusive. Access: by boat or plane to Port-Menier, then by road to the outfitter. Accommodation: 40 cottages, 4 auberges (30 rooms) and 1 lodge (8 rooms). Body of water: river. Fishing: sea trout, Atlantic salmon and native brook trout. Hunting: white-tailed deer and ruffed grouse. Open: open year-round. Packages: European Plan, American Plan and guide service. î ö p.74 The thousands of whitetailed deer on Anticosti Island guarantee the success of your hunting expedition. L Île-d Anticosti [2] Pointe-Nord Lighthouse Anticosti Geneviève 2}to 4} Lake Outfitter or anticostiplg.com GPS : N W , Geneviève Lake Rights: exclusive over km 2 (daily fishing). Access: by plane or boat to Port-Menier, then by road to the outfitter. Accommodation: 11 cabins. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: sea trout and indigenous brook trout. Hunting: white-tailed deer, ruffed grouse, snowshoe hare and spruce grouse. Open: June to December. Packages: European Plan and American Plan. î ö L d p.74 Rivière Saint-Jean Haute-Saint-Jean Outfitter 3}to 4} , hautesaintjean.com GPS : N W , Saint-Jean River Rights: exclusive over 34.2 km 2. Access: on Route 138 at the mouth of the Rivière Saint-Jean; reception office at 300 rue Saint-Jean. Accommodation: 5 cottages. Body of water: river. Fishing: Atlantic salmon and sea trout. Open: June to August. Packages: European Plan, American Plan and guide service. æ ö 186 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] F. Quirion, [2] N. Rivard.

189 accommodation & places to eat OUTFITTERS Havre-Saint-Pierre Allard Lake and 3} Mingan River Outfitter inc ext. 226 or pourvoirie-manitou-mingan.com GPS : N W Allard Lake and Mingan River Rights: non-exclusive (daily fishing). Access: take Route 138 until Havre-Saint-Pierre, then a seaplane to Allard Lake. Accommodation: 2 cottages and 1 lodge (4 rooms). Body of water: lake. Fishing: native brook trout, indigenous brook trout and landlocked salmon. Hunting: moose and black bear. Open: June to October. Packages: European Plan, American Plan and guide service. 7öä Baie-Johan-Beetz Corneille River Outfitters 5} or lacorneille.ca GPS : N W , Corneille River Rights: exclusive over 19 km 2. Access: take Route 138 until the outfitter, at km Accommodation: 3 campgrounds. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: native Québec red trout, landlocked salmon, Atlantic salmon and sea trout. Open: June to Septembre. Packages: American Plan and guide service. JÂ æ Õî ö [ 3] Aguanish Air Aventure Côte-Nord 3} (Air Adventures) , aacn.ca GPS : N W Costebelle Lake Rights: non-exclusive. Access: follow Route 138 until Aguanish at 235 Jacques-Cartier, then by seaplane from Natashquan to Costebelle Lake. Accommodation: 2 cottages and 1 lodge (4 rooms). Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: native Québec red trout and indigenous brook trout. Hunting: ruffed grouse, moose, spruce grouse and snowshoe hare. Open: May to September. Packages: European Plan and American Plan.J7 ö [3] Corneille River Natashquan Victor Lake Club 3}to 4} , lacvictor.com GPS : N W , lake Victor Rights: exclusive over km 2. Access: follow Route 138 until Natashquan, then by seaplane or portage until the outfitter. Accommodation: 5 cottages. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: native Québec red trout, landlocked salmon, lake trout, native brook trout and pike. Hunting: ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, snowshoe hare, moose, black bear and duck. Open: June to October. Packages: European Plan and American Plan. J Â æõ î ö & Lac Musquaro 4} limited partnership musquaro.com GPS : N W Musquaro Lake Rights: exclusive over 252 km 2. Access: by seaplane from Natashquan. Accommodation: 3 cottages. Bodies of water: lake and river. Fishing: native Québec red trout, native brook trout and landlocked salmon. Open: June to Septembre. Packages: American Plan and guide service. æ Whether you re after small or large game, the variety of animals and habitats is a real draw for hunters. Photo credit: [3] Pourvoirie La Corneille. tourismecote-nord.com 187

190 accommodation & places to eat NON-TRADITIONAL ACCOMMODATION Non-traditional Accomodation Sacré-Cœur Canopée Lit $ Treetop Cabins and Bubbles 303 chemin de l Anse-de-Roche canopee-lit.com J & F, Fourteen cabins on 26-ft stilts offer stunning views of the fjord! Choose between 4 glass-roofed cabins, four 4-season cabins or 6 bubbles (transparent, round rooms). Cabins and bubbles are equipped with private bathroom, patio, linens and towels, and are no more than 10 minutes walk from the reception area. Cabins are also equipped with kitchenette, and have breakfast delivered to their door every morning. On-site interpretation trail. Schedule: Year-round. Rates: from $160 to $240. [ 1] Alfred le voisin d Oscar $ Glamping Destination 306 rang St-Joseph alfredoscar.com ó, r This property s four high-end yurts combine proximity to nature with fabulous views of the fjord! Each 4-person yurt comes with a dry toilet, shower and kitchenette, and is just a few minutes walk from the parking area. The Saguenay Fjord National Park and Bistro du Fjord restaurant are close by. Guests can go hiking, backcountry skiing and snowshoeing right on the property. A rustic cabin was added in Schedule: Open year-round. Rates: from $ tourismecote-nord.com [1] Canopée Lit Bubble Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Resort $ 465 Route 172 North or ferme5etoiles.com! Â_Õ î n, s Looking to spice up your vacation with some out-ofthe-ordinary accommodation? Our yurts overlooking the fjord, ready-to-camp units and Canadian log cabins are made for you! These comfortable, fullyequipped accommodation options make it easy to take advantage of the many outdoor activities offered nearby. p.16 Saguenay Fjord National Park $ (Sainte-Marguerite Bay Area) 1121 Route 172 North or parcsquebec.com J M i s î w ö Staying in a shelter, primitive campsite or lean-to just off a hiking trail is a great way to connect with nature during your stay. Or, why not try one of our ready-tocamp tents, that delivers all the fun of camping with none of the hassle? Bedding, tableware, kitchenware and heating are included. Schedule: Mid-May to mid- October. Reservations required. [ 4] The vast North Shore coastline extends over 1,300 km of spectacular natural splendour. Tadoussac Domaine des Dunes $ 585 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude domainedesdunes.com J æ i L &w Our secluded, ready-to-camp, 4-person tents and our 2-person wooden tipi have lovely river views and are the perfect choice for an unforgettable stay in the forest. Each tent has 2 double beds and a kitchenette (bedding not included); our tipi has 1 double bed and a kitchenette (kitchenware and bedding included). The starting point for the 2-km treetop adventure trail is located nearby. Rates: $146/night per tent or tipi. Schedule: Mid-May to end of October. [ 3] p.17 Photo credit: [1] Canopée Lit.

191 accommodation & places to eat NON-TRADITIONAL ACCOMMODATION POD cabins and Ready-to-camp Camping Tadoussac 428 rue du Bateau-Passeur , vacancesessipit.com Tadoussac Campground has the perfect option for your next trip away with family or friends: our fully-equipped, well-designed pod cabins are the latest way of getting people close to nature in comfort! Indoor amenities include heating, lighting, double beds (bedding included) and kitchenette; outdoors, there is a picnic table, fire pit and patio chairs. Toilet, shower and services nearby. On your next camping trip, treat yourself to the POD Experience! [ 2] p.c-4 [2] POD cabin, Essipit Vacations Les Bergeronnes Ready-to-camp Tents and Rustic Shelters $ Mer et Monde Écotours 20 chemin Jalbert or meretmonde.ca  Õi î w ö M x With stunning views of the St. Lawrence River and the opportunity to spot some whales, our ready-tocamp tents and rustic shelters provide an easy route to outdoor fun. The large windows and front porch allow you to enjoy the sea air and magnificent view in comfort. Each unit has two bedrooms and a kitchen; kitchen utensils and bedding included. Schedule: Mid-May to mid-october. Reservations required. p.c-2 [3] Ready-to-camp, Domaine des Dunes Pointe-aux-Outardes Nichoirs d oiseaux géants $ (Giant Birdhouses) - Parc Nature 4 rue Labrie parcnature.com Æ i î ö l These five cozy treetop cottages, built in 2016 to resemble giant birdhouses, are creatively furnished to reflect the different bird species that live in the park. Book a night in the house that most resembles your personality, whether it s the elegant great gray owl or the lively swallow. Propane stove, cooler, dishes and cutlery included; sleeping rental $5 extra. Private dry toilet and water faucet nearby; comfort station with showers within 300 m. [ 5] p.34 [4] Huttopia Tent, Saguenay Fjord National Park [5] Giant Birdhouse at Parc Nature Pointe-aux-Outardes Photos credits: [2] Entreprises Essipit, [3] Domaine des Dunes, [4] SEPAQ - M. Dupuis, [5] PNPAO G. Rioux. tourismecote-nord.com 189

192 accommodation & places to eat NON-TRADITIONAL ACCOMMODATION Sept-Îles Purmer Ocean Farm - Yurts $ Grosse Boule Island, Sept-Îles Archipelago ferme-purmer.com î ö l & Come and stay with us in our spectacular marine environment, and get to know a farm like no other! On an island that s part of a St. Lawrence River archipelago, we offer accommodation in one of our three yurts that can house from 4 to 8 people. Why not enhance your visit with a trip in an inflatable boat that includes commentary and tasting of products from the sea? Reservations required. [ 2] p.64 Step off the beaten path and close to nature in unusual accommodation that the kids are sure to love! Godbout [1] otentik Tents Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve [2] Yurt on Île La Grosse Boule ZEC Godbout Ready-to-camp Tents $ 117 Route rivieregodbout.com Æ î Stay in an exceptional, all-inclusive campsite on the shores of the Godbout River, 5 km away from Route 138, where you can fall in love with nature and fall asleep to the sound of the falls. The ready-to-camp tents have two rooms with beds, an eat-in kitchen, covered porch, picnic table and BBQ. Reservations recommended. Havre-Saint-Pierre otentik Tents $ Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve Havre-Saint-Pierre Visitor Reception and Interpretation Centre 1010 promenade des Anciens (Pélagie-Cormier Terminal) or pc.gc.ca/mingan JhÆ li î ö & Stay in an otentik tent and discover the beauty of Quarry Island! Admire the island s stunning scenery and sunsets, observe the abundant marine life and (at night) the starry sky, then fall asleep to the sound of the waves. The 6-person otentik units, a cross between a tent and a rustic cabin, are equipped with furniture, lighting and heating, kitchenware and more! Schedule: Mid-June to mid-september. Rates: tent: $120; fire permit: $8.80; reservation: $11 online or $13.50 by phone. Reservations recommended: reservation.pc.gc.ca or [ 1] inside back cover 190 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Parks Canada E. Lajeunesse, [2] Tourisme Sept-Îles.

193 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hotels Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. Tadoussac Auberge La Sainte Paix 0 }} 102 rue du Saguenay, Tadoussac aubergelasaintepaix.com 7 rooms $$! J μ F, Motel de l Anse-à-l Eau 0 }} 173 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac motellansealeau.com 20 rooms $$$! J μ F, Motel Chantmartin }} 414 rue du Bateau-Passeur, Tadoussac or chantmartin.com 24 rooms $$ J D n, Hôtel Sous la Croix 0 }} 3 rue Sous-la-Croix, Tadoussac or sous-la-croix-ca.book.direct 19 rooms $$$ J D μ F, Auberge Madeleine Fortier 0 } 176 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac salydaph@hotmail.com 6 rooms $ J b [3] Hôtel Tadoussac [4] Hôtel Le Béluga Hôtel Le Béluga 0 }} 191 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac [ 4] le-beluga.qc.ca below 29 rooms $$ J F, Hôtel Tadoussac 0 }}} 165 rue du Bord-de-l Eau, Tadoussac [ 3] p or hoteltadoussac.com 149 rooms $$$$ 3J M p e, Photos credits: [3] Hôtel Tadoussac, [4] Hôtel Motel Le Béluga. tourismecote-nord.com 191

194 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hotels Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. Tadoussac La Galouïne Auberge & Restaurant 0 }} 251 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac [ 3] lagalouine.com p rooms $$$ 3J ŒD F, Motel Le Béluga 0 }} 191 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac le-beluga.qc.ca p rooms $$ J F, Petit hôtel de la Passe-Pierre rue de l'hôtel-de-ville, Tadoussac [ 2] lagalouine.com p.18 7 rooms $$$ J F, Á [1] Auberge le Campagnard [2] Petit hôtel de la Passe-Pierre Sacré-Cœur Auberge chez Caro } 166 rue Principale North, Sacré-Cœur aubergechezcaro.com 12 rooms $! J F n, b Auberge Mon coin de Pays }} 45 rue Principale, Sacré-Cœur moncoindepays.com 8 rooms $$$! J D F n, Auberge le Campagnard 0 }} 180 rue Principale North, Sacré-Cœur [ 1] aubergelecampagnard@videotron.ca 8 rooms $ J, b Hôtel-Motel Restaurant Coronet }} 401 Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur p or hmcoronet.com 17 rooms $$ J Â F n, Les Bergeronnes Auberge la Rosepierre }}} 66 rue Principale, Les Bergeronnes [ 4] or rosepierre.com 10 rooms $$! # J, [3] La Galouïne 192 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Auberge Le Campagnard, [2,3] La Galouïne.

195 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Les Escoumins Auberge de la Baie }} 267 Route 138, Les Escoumins or aubergedelabaie.com 12 rooms $$! J n, Manoir Bellevue 0 } 27 rue de l Église, Les Escoumins [ 6] manoirbellevue.com 10 rooms $$! J, b Complexe hôtelier Pelchat }} 445 Route 138, Les Escoumins [ 5] or complexepelchat.com 36 rooms $$$! JÂ D e F n, º Motel Le Marinier } 289 Route 138, Les Escoumins p rooms $$ J μ F, b [4] Auberge la Rosepierre [5] Complexe hôtelier Pelchat Longue-Rive Motel de la rivière } Sault-au-Mouton 333 rue Principale, Longue-Rive or aubergesaultaumouton.com 8 rooms $$ J μ F l, b Forestville Econolodge }}} 5 Route 138 Est, Forestville [ 7] or p.27 econolodgeforestville.com 55 rooms $$ J Â D F n, Motel 4 Saisons }} 157 Route 138 West, Forestville motel4saisons.com 25 rooms $! J Â D μ F, Photos credits: [4] Auberge la Rosepierre, [5] Complexe hôtelier Pelchat, [6] Manoir Bellevue, [7] Econolodge. [6] Manoir Bellevue [7] Econolodge tourismecote-nord.com 193

196 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hotels Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. [1] Hôtel Le Manoir [2] Le Grand Hôtel Chute-aux-Outardes Motel La Relance } 126 rue Vallilée, Chute-aux-Outardes motelrelance@hotmail.com 32 rooms $$ 3 J D μ F n, Baie-Comeau Hôtel-Motel Hauterive }}} 1145 rue Nouvel, Baie-Comeau at right or hotelhauterive.com, hotelsduplateau.com 37 rooms $$$! JD μ F n, Le Boréal }}} 1060 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau at right or leborealmotel.com, hotelsduplateau.com 39 rooms $$$ JD μ F n, Hôtel-Motel La Caravelle }} 202, boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau p or hotelcaravelle.ca 72 rooms $$! # JDÂ μ F i,b Travelodge }} 285 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau p or travelodgebaiecomeau.com 100 rooms $$! JD Â μ F n, B Le Grand Hôtel }}}} 48 place La Salle, Baie-Comeau [ 2] p or legrandhotel.ca 48 rooms $$$ J D μ F, Hôtel Le Manoir }}}} 8 avenue Cabot, Baie-Comeau [ 1] p or manoirbc.com 60 rooms $$$! # J D M PF n, º [3] Motel Manic tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] J. Albert, [2] A. Kusci, [3] Motel Manic 2000.

197 Motel Manic 2000 } 2791 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau [ 3] or motelmanic2000.com 34 rooms $$! JD n, Hôtel Comfort Inn Baie-Comeau }}} 745 boulevard Laflèche, Baie-Comeau p or baiecomeaucomfortinn.com 60 rooms $$$$! 3 J D Â μ F, Franquelin Franquelin Auberge and Motel 0 }} 27 rue des Cèdres, Franquelin aubergefranquelin.com 5 rooms $$! J D Â μ F l, Godbout Auberge Au Mille Pêcher 0 } 156 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout rejeansini@live.ca 7 rooms $$ J l, b Restaurant du Passant } 100 rue Monseigneur-Labrie, Godbout rooms $ JD F n b, Baie-Trinité Hôtel Place Saint-Laurent } 4 rue Saint-Laurent, Baie-Trinité hotelstlaurent@globetrotter.net 6 rooms $ J Ã F Route 389 Le relais Manic-Outardes inc. } Km 94, Route 389 (towards Manic-5) p relaismanicoutardes@gmail.com 12 rooms $ J b tourismecote-nord.com 195

198 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hotels Fermont et 389 Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. [1] Motel de l Énergie Motel de l Énergie Manicouagan V }} Km 211 Route 389 (next to Manic-5) [ 1] and p.50 motelenergie@hotmail.com 42 rooms $$$ J Â D μ F, Hôtel Fermont }} 299 Le Carrefour, Fermont p hotel.fermont@diffusionfermont.ca 58 rooms $$$ J n, P Sept-Îles Hôtel Comfort Inn Sept-Îles }}} 854 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles below or septilescomfortinn.com 60 rooms $$$! 3J Â D μ F, 196 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] Motel de l Énergie.

199 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hôtel Quality Inn Sept-Îles }}} 1009 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles [ 2,3] below or choicehotels.ca/fr/quality-inn-sept-iles-hotel-cna46 61 rooms $$$! J D μ F n, º Hôtel Sept-Îles }} 451 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles [ 4] p or hotelseptiles.com 78 rooms $$$ J D F, Hôtel Mingan }} 665 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles [ 4, p. 198] or hotel-mingan.com 48 rooms $$$ Â F, Hôtel Le Voyageur }}} 1415 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles p or hotellevoyageur.com 23 rooms $$! J D μ F n, Hôtel Les Mouettes }}} 842 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles p or hotellesmouettes.com 43 rooms $$$! J Â μ F n, Motel 7 } 1100 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles motel7.ca 25 rooms $$ J Dμ F n,ï [2] Hôtel Quality Inn Sept-Îles [3] Hôtel Quality Inn Sept-Îles [4] Hôtel Sept-Îles FREE GYM & WI-FI FULL AMERICAN BREAKFAST INCLUDED 42 HD TV, 4 FIRST CHOICE CHANNELS LONG DISTANCE NORTH AMERICA FREE 1009 boul. Laure, Sept-Îles (Québec) Photos credits: [2,3] Hôtel Quality Inn Sept-Îles, [4] Hôtel Sept-Îles. tourismecote-nord.com 197

200 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hotels Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. [1] View of Chateau Arnaud [2] Château Arnaud Château Arnaud }}} 403 avenue Arnaud, Sept-Îles [ 1,2,3] ou chateauarnaud.com 80 rooms $$$! J D p F, º Hôtel-Boutique AGARA Á 136, boulevard des Montagnais, Sept-Îles (Uashat) agara.ca [ 7] p rooms $$ J,! Hôtels Gouverneur Sept-Îles } 666 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles [ 6] p or sept-iles.gouverneur.com 120 rooms $$$! 3 J Â D PF e, º Rivière-au-Tonnerre L Escale LAM-AIR 0 }} 454 rue Jacques-Cartier, Rivière-au-Tonnerre or voyagescoste.ca 12 rooms $$! J p F l, [3] Château Arnaud Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Motel Le Poséïdon }} 860 chemin du Roi, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan melanie.maloney@poseidonmdmp.com 9 rooms $$ J n, Le Macareux Dodu rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan macareuxdodu.ca 2 rooms # J μ F l, Á [4] Hôtel Mingan 198 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1,2,3] Château Arnaud, [4] Hôtel Mingan.

201 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Motel Maisonnettes des Îles 126 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan [ 5] or p.79 minganie.info 9 rooms $$$ J l, Havre-Saint-Pierre Á Auberge Boréale rue Boréale, Havre-Saint-Pierre aubergeboreale.com 10 rooms $ J æ b Auberge chez Aline } 1259 rue Boréale, Havre-Saint-Pierre rooms $ J æ F b Auberge Niapiskau 2 0 } 1126 rue Boréale, Havre-Saint-Pierre hotelduhavre.ca/auberge-niapiskau.html 6 rooms $ J b Complexe MV }} 1411 rue du Canot, Havre-Saint-Pierre complexemv.jimdo.com 98 rooms $$$! J Â F, Hôtel-Motel du Havre }} 970 boulevard de l Escale, Havre-Saint-Pierre or hotelduhavre.ca 70 rooms $$! J D F n, [5] Les Maisonnettes des Îles [6] Hôtels Gouverneur Sept-Îles [7] Hôtel-Boutique AGARA In the heart of Sept-Îles. 128 rooms - Fin Renard restaurant - Outdoor pool Free wireless Internet - Free parking For reservation gouverneur.com 666 Boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles, QC G4R 1X9 Photos credits: [5] B. Poirier, [6] Hôtels Gouverneur Sept-Îles, [7] Hôtel-Boutique AGARA. tourismecote-nord.com 199

202 accommodation & places to eat HOTELS Hotels Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. Havre-Saint-Pierre Motel de l Archipel }} 805 boulevard de l Escale, Havre-Saint-Pierre or hotelmoteldelarchipel.com 24 rooms $$! J μ F n, Motel du Vieux Townside }} 873 boulevard de l Escale, Havre-Saint-Pierre info@moteltownside.com 9 rooms $ J μ F n, Natashquan Auberge La Cache }} 183 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan or aubergelacache@yahoo.ca 17 rooms $$$$! J n, Gîte et chalets Paulette Landry }} 78 rue du Pré, Natashquan campau.wixsite.com/giteetchalets 4 rooms $! JÂæ μ F n, b Le Port d Attache } 70 rue du Pré, Natashquan p or aubergeleportdattache.ca 8 rooms $$! JÂ F n l, b [1] Blanc-Sablon [2] Auberge de l Archipel Tête-à-la-Baleine Auberge de l Archipel }} 260 avenue de l Église, Tête-à-la-Baleine [ 2] martinorr04@hotmail.com 7 rooms $$$ J n, b Blanc-Sablon Auberge Motel Quatre Saisons }} 2 rue Beaudoin, Blanc-Sablon or blancsablon.com 8 rooms $$$! J Â 200 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Blanc-Sablon Village, [2] Auberge de l Archipel.

203 accommodation & places to eat BED & BREAKFASTS Bed & Breakfasts Tadoussac Gîte du Goéland \\\ 261 rue de l Hôtel-de-Ville, Tadoussac gitedugoeland@gmail.com 5 rooms $$$! J p b Sacré-Cœur Le Domaine de nos Ancêtres 0 \\ 1895 Route 172 South, Sacré-Cœur p or info@ferme5etoiles.com 6 rooms $$! J b Les Bergeronnes Gîte Tante Janine \\\ 117 rue Principale, Les Bergeronnes tante.janine@hotmail.com 4 rooms $$! J b Les Escoumins Chez Lucie \\\ 2 rue Dion, Les Escoumins gitechezlucie.com 3 rooms $$! J æ, b River s Edge B&B 0 \\\\ 13 rue des Anémones, Les Escoumins [ 3] or legitedufleuve.com 3 rooms $$$! J n, Green Gables B&B \\\ 464 Route 138, Les Escoumins gitelepignonvertsurmer.com 3 rooms $$! J æ b Hébergement chez Claude \\ 212 Route 138, Les Escoumins gitechezclaude.com 5 rooms $! J æ b La Maison de la vieille côte 0 \\\ 118 rue Saint-Marcellin West, Les Escoumins melisrouss@hotmail.com 4 rooms $! J æ b Longue-Rive Gîte Bon matin \\\ 412 Route 138, Longue-Rive lynehovington@hotmail.com 4 rooms $$! J æ n b Sunset Bay B&B \\\\ 26 chemin du Barrage, Longue-Rive baiedusoleilcouchant.com 4 rooms $$! # J n l b Portneuf-sur-Mer Gîte La Nichée \\\ 46 rue Principale, Portneuf-sur-Mer or gitelanichee.com 5 rooms $! æ ó b La Maison Fleurie \\ 193 rue Principale, Portneuf-sur-Mer giteetaubergedupassant.com/maisonfleurie 2 rooms $! JŒæ b Bed & breakfasts are the friendly, homey choice. [3] Gîte du Fleuve Photo credit: [3] Gîte du Fleuve. tourismecote-nord.com 201

204 accommodation & places to eat BED & BREAKFASTS Bed & Breakfasts Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. Pointe-aux-Outardes Camp St-Paul Gîte plein air B&B \\ 155 chemin Principal, Pointe-aux-Outardes [ 1] or campstpaul.com 5 rooms $! JÂ æ l b Baie-Comeau Gîte La Mère Michèle \\\ 920 boulevard Joliet, Baie-Comeau or meremichele.ca 5 rooms $! J æ b Le Gîte du Passant [1] Camp St-Paul Gîte plein air 154 boulevard La Salle, Baie-Comeau jeanmoreau11@hotmail.com 3 rooms $ J b Stay in a Bed & breakfast and discover North Shore hospitality. Á Godbout LaRichardière B&B 0 \\\ 109 rue Saint-Régis, Godbout gite-larichardiere@hotmail.com 4 rooms $$! # J b Thépi Bec Sucré \\\ 166 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout lartisaneduvillage.com 2 rooms $$! # J ö l n b Baie-Trinité Maison du Gardien Inn 0 \\ 1830 chemin du Vieux-Phare, Baie-Trinité p , baie.trinite.phare@gmail.com 4 rooms $$$! l b Gîte La Merveille \\\ 8 rue des Dunes, Baie-Trinité rooms $$! l n b Fermont Gîte chez Alexis \\ 3 Venelle 5, Fermont gitechezalexis.ca 2 rooms $$! J æ n ó r F i b Port-Menier Le Copaco B&B \\\ 3 rue du Copaco, Port-Menier giteducopaco@gmail.com 5 rooms $! J n b Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Gîte La Chicoutée \\\ 198 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan chicoutee.com 5 rooms $$! # J l n b 202 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] Camp St-Paul Gîte plein air.

205 accommodation & places to eat BED & BREAKFASTS Havre-Saint-Pierre Gîte 4 Saisons \\\\ 1264 rue Boréale, Havre-Saint-Pierre gite4saisons.com 4 rooms $$! J æ, Gîte Chez Françoise \\\ 1122 rue Boréale, Havre-Saint-Pierre gitechezfrancoise.com 5 rooms $! J æ, Gîte Dupuis \\ 1126 rue du Duvet, Havre-Saint-Pierre gitedupuis.com 3 rooms $! J æ b Aguanish Hébergement de la Chute \ 233 Route Jacques-Cartier, Aguanish aacn.ca 4 rooms $ J Ã F b Natashquan Gîte Chez Marie \\\ 131 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan bouche.as@globetrotter.net 3 rooms $! J æ n b Maison Chevarie \\\ 77 rue du Pré, Natashquan rooms $! J æ n b Gîte Chez Renée 0 \\ 111 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan bourglap@globetrotter.net 3 rooms $! J b Chevery Auberge L Étoile de mer \\\ 135 rue Rivière de la Croix, Chevery toursnord-northtours.com 4 rooms $$ J æ nó b Harrington Harbour La maison de Jean \\\ Jean s House Harrington Harbour jeansboardinghouse@xplornet.com 3 rooms $$! J æ D nf b Tête-à-la-Baleine Le Gîte d Émilie \\ Tête-à-la-Baleine, access via 1279, Route rooms $ J æ n b Bonne-Espérance Waterfront B&B \\\ 82 rue Whiteley, Bonne-Espérance ena_fequet@hotmail.com 3 rooms $$ æ n l b tourismecote-nord.com 203

206 accommodation & places to eat TOURIST HOMES (COTTAGES & CONDOS) Tourist Homes (Cottages & Condos) Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. [1] View of seaside cottages [2] Cottage at the Club chasse et pêche de Tadoussac Tadoussac Domaine des Dunes Cottages }}} 585 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac [ 3] domainedesdunes.com p units $$$ J μ F, d La Maison Molson-Beattie 0 }} 145 rue du Bateau-Passeur, Tadoussac hcq-chq.org/fr 1 unit $$$ J æ μ F, Le Chalet de la Montagne 0 }} 1 rue Therrien, Tadoussac nicolasflorence@hotmail.ca 1 unit $$$  æ μ F, Tadoushack 0 }} 179 rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac julibrisson@hotmail.com 1 unit $$$ J æ, Sacré-Cœur Tadoussac Hunting & }}}} Fishing Club Cottage 45 Route 138, Sacré-Cœur [ 2] clubtadoussac.com 16 units $$$ à ö μ F Bardsville 0 }} Km 47, Route 172, Sacré-Cœur rivieresainte-marguerite.com 6 units $$$ μ La Ferme 5 Étoiles } Family Vacation Resort p Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com 6 units $$$ J ÂŒ M ÕC μ n e!, Enjoy your stay in a North Shore-style home. [3] Domaine des Dunes 204 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Les Chalets au bord de la mer, [2] Club de chasse et pêche de Tadoussac, [3] Domaine des Dunes.

207 accommodation & places to eat TOURIST HOMES (COTTAGES & CONDOS) Les Bergeronnes La Croisière Motel 0 }} 1087 Route 138, Les Bergeronnes [ 3] studiomotellacroisiere.com 10 units $$$ J ö μ F, Essipit Anse à Jos and Anse à Yves Cottages 0 }}} 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit p.c or vacancesessipit.com 8 units $$$ Jμ F l, Chalets Shipek 0 }} 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit p.c or vacancesessipit.com 7 units $$$ J Âμ F, Natakam Oceanview }}} Condo-Hotel [ 4] p.c-4 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit or vacancesessipit.com 32 units $$$ 3 Jμ F l f, [3] La Croisière Motel [4] View from Natakam Oceanview Condo-Hotel Les Escoumins Chez La Voisine 0 }} 19 chemin du Rocher, Les Escoumins chaletschezlavoisine.com 2 units $$$ J æμ F, Chalets au bord de la mer }}} Seaside Cottages 25 rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins [ 1] routedesbaleines.net 3 units $$$ Jμ F l, Portneuf-sur-Mer La Nichée }} 46 rue Principale, Portneuf-sur-Mer or gitelanichee.com 1 unit $$$ æ μ l ó, Photos credits: [3] La Croisière Motel, [4] Entreprises Essipit, [5] G. Lapointe. [5] View of the Tadoussac Fjord tourismecote-nord.com 205

208 accommodation & places to eat TOURIST HOMES (COTTAGES & CONDOS) Tourist Homes (Cottages & Condos) Price Legend: (for 2 people) $ less than $75 $$ $75 $100 $$$ $101 $150 $$$$ $151 $200 $$$$$ over $200 For the list of symbols used in this guide, see page 227. Forestville Domaine du bois rond } 100 Route 385, Forestville domaineduboisrond.com 5 units $$$$$ D μ n, Colombier La Maison d été de Sophie }}} 108 chemin de l Anse-Charron, Colombier charron.sophie108@gmail.com 1 unit $$$$ J æ μ F n l, Godbout [1] Port-Cartier Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve Chalet chez tante Lucille }} 230 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout unit $$ Â æ μ l, 206 tourismecote-nord.com Baie-Trinité Chalets de la Baie 0 } 1 rue de la Baie, Baie-Trinité sabt.ca 10 units $$$ Â μ l, + Pointe-des-Monts } Lighthouse Inn Cottages chemin du Vieux-Phare, Baie-Trinité or pointe-des-monts.com 11 units $$$$ Â μ Ã, Port-Cartier Port-Cartier Sept-Îles Wildlife } Reserve Accommodation 0 [ 1] p.59 Route Jacques-Cartier, Port-Cartier (Walker Lake) or sepaq.com/portcartierseptiles 11 units $$$ lã, + Pioneer House Rental }}} 4568 rue des Pionniers, Port-Cartier (Riv.-Pentecôte) lamaisondespionniers.ca 1 unit $$$ Â μ fl, Sept-Îles Sept-Rivières Nature Cottages }}} 500 Route du Club-de-Ski-de-Gallix, Sept-Îles [ 3] domainesantenature.com 5 units $$$$$ J μ F n ó, a Rivière-au-Tonnerre Vacances Minganie 0 } 392 rue Jacques-Cartier, Rivière-au-Tonnerre clubvacancesminganie.com 3 units $$$ JÂæ μ F n@ l, Photo credit: [1] É. Marchand.

209 accommodation & places to eat TOURIST HOMES (COTTAGES & CONDOS) Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Island Cottages }}} 140 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan tourisme-loiselle.com 3 units $$$ J μ, l& La Chicoutée Studio }}} 198 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan [ 2] chicoutee.com 1 unit $$$$! J μ F, º Havre-Saint-Pierre Chalet Minganie }}} 2000 Route 138 East, Havre-Saint-Pierre chaletsminganie.ca 3 units $$$ J æ μ F, Natashquan Résidence Un air de par ici }} 24 allée des Galets, Natashquan unairdeparici.com 2 units $$ J μ F l, [2] La Chicoutée Studio [3] Sept-Rivières Nature Cottages Bonne-Espérance Auberge Whiteley Inn }} 81 rue Whiteley, Bonne-Espérance aubergewhiteleyinn.com 5 units $$ J μ F, You will be amazed by the Lower North Shore s peace and distinctive scenery, and fall in love with its colourful and welcoming coastal villages. [4] Puffins Photos credits: [2] Studio La Chicoutée, [3] Domaine santé nature des Sept-Rivières. [4] Optik 360 tourismecote-nord.com 207

210 accommodation & places to eat YOUTH HOSTELS Youth Hostels For safe, quality, classified accommodation: quebecoriginal.com/en/accommodation Tadoussac Tadoussac Youth Hostel }} 158 rue du Bateau-Passeur, Tadoussac [ 1] ajtadou.com ajt@ajtadou.com 102 units $ # 3 J c n ó b Route 389 Groulx Mountain Adventure }}} Youth Hostel Route 389, km 211 [ 2] or motelenergie.com 40 units $$ J ª n b [1] Tadoussac Youth Hostel Port-Cartier (Rivière-Pentecôte) Auberge du Nord-Côtier }}}} 4373 rue des Pionniers, Port-Cartier (Riv.-Pentecôte) aubergenordcotier.com 4 units $ JÂcn&rÏ Sept-Îles Tangon International }}}} Youth Hostel 555 avenue Cartier, Sept-Îles aubergeletangon.com 29 units $ J c b Port-Menier Auberge de la Pointe-Ouest 0 }} Chemin de la Baie-Sainte-Claire, near Port-Menier aubergeanticosti.com 10 units $ æ c l b d Memories of your trip into the untamed North will last a lifetime. This destination should be on everyone s bucket list! [2] Groulx Mountain Adventure Youth Hostel 208 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] Auberge de jeunesse de Tadoussac, [2] Monts Groulx Aventure.

211 accommodation & places to eat VACATION CENTRES Vacation Centres Sacré-Cœur Ferme 5 Étoiles }}} Family Vacation Centre p Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur or ferme5etoiles.com 58 units! # J Â M Õp n e C Les Bergeronnes Explos-Nature }}} Maison de la Mer 302 rue de la Rivière, Les Bergeronnes or explosnature.ca 132 units J æ S Route 389 Uapishka Station S.E.N.C. }} Manicouagan Reservoir (Groulx mountains) [ 3] Km 336, Route stationuapishka.com 30 units l ó r [3] Station Uapishka Port-Cartier Les Goélands Outdoor Centre }}} 816 Route 138, Entrance S, Port-Cartier p baselesgoelands.com 43 units J n l ó r d Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Perroquets Island Lighthouse Inn 0 }}}} Reception at the Carrefour Mer et Culture [ 4] 381 rue de la Mer ileauxperroquets.ca 9 units î - l &, b [4] Perroquets Island Lighthouse Inn Photos credits: [3] Station Uapishka, [4] Optik 360. tourismecote-nord.com 209

212 accommodation & places to eat CAMPGROUNDS Campgrounds For safe, quality, classified accommodation: quebecoriginal.com/en/accommodation Charlevoix Region Baie-Sainte-Catherine Camping du Fjord }}} 604 Route de la Grande-Alliance, Baie-Sainte-Catherine campingetranchdufjord.com 50 sites $27-$41 J Â M i t Qe Imagine: you could wake up to the sound of whales near shore. Tadoussac [1] Domaine des Dunes Campground Domaine des Dunes Campground }}} 585 chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, Tadoussac [ 1] domainedesdunes.com p sites / 4 ready-to-camp $30-$40 J Â i t w e Camping Tadoussac }}} 428 rue du Bateau-Passeur, Tadoussac [ 2] or p.c-4 vacancesessipit.com 191 sites / 5 ready-to-camp $31-$54 J Â i t u ö e 210 tourismecote-nord.com Sacré-Cœur Le Bleuvet Saguenay Fjord 0} National Park Campground [ 3] 1121 Route 172 North, Sacré-Cœur parcsquebec.com 45 sites / 14 ready-to-camp $30-$43 J i s ö Les Bergeronnes Bon-Désir Campground }}} 198 Route 138, Les Bergeronnes or campingbondesir.com 189 sites / 2 ready-to-camp $ J Â i t u w ö e Mer et Monde Écotours Campground 0} 20 chemin Jalbert, Les Bergeronnes p.c or meretmonde.ca 35 sites / 4 ready-to-camp and 7 rustic shelters $37-$37 Â iõö wx Paradis-marin Campground }} 4 chemin Émile-Boulianne, Les Bergeronnes p campingparadismarin.com 158 sites / 2 ready-to-camp $33-$75 Â i t v ö w e Essipit Le Tipi Campground }}} 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit p.c or vacancesessipit.com 50 sites / 1 ready-to-camp $30-$40 J Â i zt v ö e äe Portneuf-sur-Mer Portneuf-sur-Mer Campground } 3 chemin de la Marina, Portneuf-sur-Mer campingport9.sitew.com 79 sites / 5 ready-to-camp $25-$37 J Â i t e Photo credit: [1] Domaine des Dunes.

213 accommodation & places to eat CAMPGROUNDS Forestville Camping de la Baie Verte 0} st Avenue, Forestville forestville.ca 32 sites $17-$33 Â i s Q l Pointe-aux-Outardes Camp St-Paul Campground }} 155 chemin Principal, Pointe-aux-Outardes [ 4] and campstpaul.com 27 sites $30-$40 J Â æ i t ä l Parc de la rive Campground }}} [2] Tadoussac Campground 197A rue de Baie-Saint-Ludger [ 5,6] Pointe-aux-Outardes campingquebec.com/parcdelarive 208 sites $24-$33 J Â i ä e e Parc Nature Campground 0} 4, rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes p parcnature.com 10 sites / 2 ready-to-camp $15-$20 _iw ö l [3] Saguenay Fjord National Park Campground Pointe-Lebel Camping de la Mer }}}} 72 rue Chouinard, Pointe-Lebel campingdelamer.net 309 sites $24-$42 J Â i t u v e e Baie-Comeau Boréal Campground }}}} 300 Route 138, Baie-Comeau camping-boreal.com 168 sites $27-$43 J Â i t u v öª l e [4] Camp St-Paul Campground Campgrounds are a favourite vacation choice for locals and visitors alike. [5] Parc de la Rive Campground [6] Parc de la Rive Campground Photos credits: [2] Entreprises Essipit, [3] SEPAQ - M. Loiselle, [4] Camp St-Paul, [5,6] Camping Parc de la rive. tourismecote-nord.com 211

214 accommodation & places to eat CAMPGROUNDS Campgrounds Baie-Trinité De la Baie Campground }} 2 rue Saint-Laurent, Baie-Trinité , sabt.ca 40 sites $30-$30 Â i t v l Domaine Ensoleillé 2000 Campground }}} 15 Route 138 East, Baie-Trinité [ 1] or campingcote-nord.ca 71 sites $26-$40 J Â i t ö l e Route 389 Manic 2 Campground }} Km 23, Route 389, Baie-Comeau sites $25-$34 Â i t v l ä e Fermont Fermont Outdoor Recreation Association } 300 rue des Lagopèdes, Fermont alpaf@hotmail.ca 111 sites $10-$40 Â æ i s l ä M e Port-Cartier Lac Walker Campground } Sept-Îles-Port-Cartier Wildlife Reserve Route Jacques-Cartier, Port-Cartier (Lac Walker) p or sepaq.com 54 sites $28-$38 Â i s w öm e Le Paradis Municipal Campground }} Boul.du Portage-des-Mousses, Port-Cartier p baselesgoelands.com 42 sites $25-$37 J Â i l ä Ready-to-camp units deliver the fun of camping without the hassle! 212 tourismecote-nord.com Sept-Îles Moisie River ZEC Campground }}} 10 rue Mercier, Sept-Îles (Moisie area) (summer), rivieremoisie.com 134 sites $25-$43 Â i t w l M e Laurent Val Campground }}} 1000 rue Fournier, Sept-Îles campinglaurentval.com 65 sites $26-$36 J Â æ i t le Sept-Îles Municipal Campground }}} 1401 boulevard Laure West, Sept-Îles [ 3] or p.64 tourismeseptiles.ca 18 sites $30-$30 J Â i t u L l äe Grande Basque Island Campground 0} 29 Grande Basque Island, Sept-Îles [ 4,5] (access by boat) p or tourismeseptiles.ca 18 sites / 1 ready-to-camp $13-$110 h w l x Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Beach Campground }} 126 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan or minganie.info 10 sites / 4 ready-to-camp p.79 $20-$25 J Â i s w ö l ä e La Minganie Campground }} 109 rue de la Mer, Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan or tourisme-loiselle.com 85 sites / 17 ready-to-camp p.79 $21-$30 J Â i t v w ö l äe Havre-Saint-Pierre Havre-Saint-Pierre }} Municipal Campground 1730 rue Boréale, Havre-Saint-Pierre havresaintpierre.com 86 sites $20-$25 is l

215 accommodation & places to eat CAMPGROUNDS Mingan Archipelago National Park }} Reserve Campground [ 2] inside back cover 1010 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre (access to the archipelago islands by boat) or parcscanada.gc.ca/mingan 36 sites / 6 ready-to-camp $25-$25 ÆJhi î ö l x & Port-Menier Château Campground }} 2 chemin du Château, Port-Menier ile-anticosti.org 5 sites $15-$20 æ i x ö l [1] Domaine Ensoleillé Campground Aguanish Relais des Cayes Campground } 101 Route Jacques-Cartier, Aguanish sites / 1 ready-to-camp $22-$26 J Â i s ö l e [2] Campground, Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve Natashquan Chemin Faisant }} Municipal Campground Route 138 East, Natashquan dgnatashquan@globetrotter.net 39 sites $26-$33 Â i s le Our spacious campgrounds cater to every kind of camper. [3] Sept-Îles Municipal Campground RV Services Sept-Îles Roulottes RT 1206 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or roulottesrt.com RV sales and repair. [4] Grande Basque Island [5] Ready-to-camp unit Photos credits: [1] Domaine Ensoleillé, [2] Parcs Canada M. Boucher, [3,4,5] Tourisme Sept-Îles. tourismecote-nord.com 213

216 network of tourist information centres EVENTS CULTURE NATURE & OUTDOORS REGIONAL DELIGHTS FOOD SERVICES ACCOMMODATION Personalized service by qualified staff Official tourist guides to Quebec regions Suggested itineraries Full details on attractions, events and accommodation Everything you need to plan your stay! Consult the list of our information centres on pages 218 and 219, or look for these roadside signs: 70 tourist establishments with partial or full accessibility in Côte-Nord! quebecforall.com 214 tourismecote-nord.com

217 useful information 216 General information 216 Tourist Information on the North Shore 216 Québec-wide Tourist Information 216 Electric vehicle charging stations 217 Québec s Tourist Regions 218 Visitor Information Centres 220 Getting There Ferries, Planes, Buses, Car Rental 223 Guided Tours Reservations and Packages Travel Agencies 224 Services Tourism Organizations & Corporations Regional Media Companies 226 Travelling in Québec 227 Legend of Symbols 228 Distances Tables 229 Index 218 Photos credits: M. Loiselle, M. Rochefort.

218 useful information NORTH SHORE VISITOR INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Tourist information on the North Shore Tourisme Côte-Nord tourismecote-nord.com info@cotenordqc.com /tourismecotenord /cotenordqc Québec-wide Visitor Information Phone: BONJOUR ( ) info@quebecoriginal.com Website: QuebecOriginal.com Social media: #QuebecOriginal /tourismequebec /tourismequebectq /+TourismeQuebecTQ /tourismequebec /tourismequebec /tourismequebec Brick and mortar: Infotouriste Centres in Montréal, Québec, Rigaud, Rivière-Beaudette and Dégélis (permanent Visitor Information Centres that provide a range of tourist services and products) The Ministère du Tourisme du Québec is proud to support local tourism businesses. The Ministry s website, QuebecOriginal.com, presents valuable information for tourists on attractions throughout Québec. QuebecOriginal.com, presents valuable information for tourists on attractions throughout Québec. Electric vehicle charging stations Location Type of station Tadoussac Maison du tourisme, 197 rue des Pionniers Level 2 J1772 Electric Circuit Forestville Bureau d accueil touristique, 223 Route 138 West Supercharger CHAdeMO Ragueneau Bureau d accueil touristique, 594 Route 138 SAE Combo Electric Circuit Baie-Comeau Hôtel Le Manoir, 8 avenue Cabot Level 2 Baie-Comeau Centrale Jean-Lesage (Manic-2), Route 389 Level 2 J1772 Baie-Trinité Chez Jean Proulx, 13 rue Tremblay Level 2 J1772 Route 389 Centrale Manic-5, km 211 Route 389 North Level 2 J1772 Electric Circuit Fermont Hôtel Fermont, 299 rue Le Carrefour Level 2 J1772 Electric Circuit Sept-Îles Hôtel Gouverneur, 666 boulevard Laure Level 2 J1772 Sun Country Highway Tesla 216 tourismecote-nord.com

219 useful information QUÉBEC S TOURIST REGIONS Québec s Tourist Regions U. S. A and Getting There 01 Îles-de-la-Madeleine tourismeilesdelamadeleine.com 02 Gaspésie tourisme-gaspesie.com 03 Bas-Saint-Laurent bassaintlaurent.ca 04 Québec quebecregion.com 05 Charlevoix tourisme-charlevoix.com 06 Chaudière-Appalaches chaudiereappalaches.com 07 Mauricie mauricietourism.com 08 Eastern Townships easterntownships.org 09 Montérégie tourisme-monteregie.qc.ca 10 Lanaudière lanaudiere.ca 11 Laurentides laurentides.com 12 Montréal mtl.org 13 Outaouais tourismeoutaouais.com 14 Abitibi-Témiscamingue abitibi-temiscamingue-tourism.org 15 Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean saguenaylacsaintjean.ca 16 Côte-Nord Manicouagan tourismecote-nord.com 17 Côte-Nord Duplessis tourismecote-nord.com 18 Baie-James escapelikeneverbefore.com 19 Laval tourismelaval.com 20 Centre-du-Québec tourismecentreduquebec.com 21 Nunavik nunavik-tourism.com 22 Eeyou Istchee escapelikeneverbefore.com. Towards James Bay Newfounland United States It is illegal to transport or use radar detectors in Québec. tourismecote-nord.com 217

220 useful information VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES Visitor Information Centres Official Visitor Information Centres are identified by the? pictogram on road signs and in tourist brochures. Tadoussac rue des Pionniers or tourisme@tadoussac.com tadoussac.com, municipalite.sacre-coeur.qc.ca On site: Jh î ö Ph, parking public computers. Schedule: May to late October. Les Bergeronnes 505 rue du Boisé bergeronnes.net, batbergeronnes@outlook.com On site: Jh ö h Schedule: May to November. Les Escoumins 154 route , escoumins.ca, tourismeescoumins@hotmail.ca On site: h ö h Schedule: June to September. p.14 Longue-Rive 331 rue Principale , longuerive.ca, ritlonguerive@hotmail.ca On site: h U î ö lh Schedule: June to September. Portneuf-sur-Mer 391 rue Principale portneuf-sur-mer.ca, developpement3@videotron.ca On site: h î öh Schedule: June to September. Forestville route 138 West forestville.ca/tourisme, tourisme@forestville.ca On site: JhP î ö Peh, river. Schedule: Open year-round. p.30 Ragueneau 595 route peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca info@peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca On site: h î ö Peh, RV parking and whale watching. Schedule: June to September. Baie-Comeau 20 avenue Cartier or ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca tourisme@ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca On site: Jh î h Schedule: June to September (Labour Day). [1] Unforgettable moments 218 tourismecote-nord.com Photo credit: [1] QM M. Loiselle.

221 useful information VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES Godbout 144 rue Pascal-Comeau municipalitegodbout.ca On site: J ö h %. Schedule: June to September. p.49 Fermont 100 rue Le Carrefour , caniapiscau.net, tourisme@caniapiscau.net On site: î ö h, guided tours. Schedule: Open year-round. Winter: closed Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. p.50 Get information that s tailored to your specific needs and itinerary always given with a smile! Port-Cartier (Pointe-aux-Anglais) rue Monseigneur-Labrie or villeport-cartier.com, tourisme@villeport-cartier.com On site: h î lh, guided tours. Schedule: June to September. Port-Cartier In summer: 64 route 138; In winter: 40 avenue Parent or villeport-cartier.com, tourisme@villeport-cartier.com On site: J ö Schedule: Open year-round. p.58 Sept-Îles 1401 boulevard Laure West or tourismeseptiles.ca, info@tourismeseptiles.ca On site: JhLhx Schedule: Open year-round. p.64 L Île-d Anticosti (Port-Menier) 7 chemin des Forestiers ile-anticosti.org, info-musee@ile-anticosti.com On site: Jh ö Lhx Schedule: June to September. Rivière-au-Tonnerre (Minganie) Km 1088 on Route 138 (Manitou River) manitou@mrc.minganie.org On site: h ö h and road guide CD rental. Schedule: June to September. Havre-Saint-Pierre 3 Pélagie-Cormier Terminal, 1010 promenade des Anciens or havresaintpierre.com, info@havresaintpierre.com On site: h î ö h, public computer and road guide CD rental. Schedule: Open year-round. p.81 Baie-Johan-Beetz 16 rue Tanguay baiejohanbeetz.qc.ca, tourisme@baiejohanbeetz.qc.ca On site: h î h Schedule: June to September. Aguanish 250 Route Jacques-Cartier aguanish.org, accueil.aguanish@hotmail.com On site: J öh Schedule: June to September. Natashquan 24 chemin d en Haut copactenatashquan.net, copactenatashquan@gmail.com On site: h î ö l h x, ticket office. Schedule: June to September. Blanc-Sablon 2 avenue Jacques-Cartier , tourismblancsablon@hotmail.com On site: î ö h and RV parking. Schedule: June to September. tourismecote-nord.com 219

222 useful information GETTING THERE [1] The Matane Baie-Comeau Godbout Ferry, M/V F. A. Gauthier Â$ än Matane Baie-Comeau Godbout Société des traversiers du Québec 14 Route Maritime, Baie-Comeau 117 rue Pascal-Comeau, Godbout Administration: 1410 rue de Matane-sur-Mer, Matane or traversiers.com Now, you no longer have to choose between the Gaspé region on the South Shore and the North Shore. The M/V F.-A.-Gauthier ferry takes passengers from shore to shore (round trip fares available) over the waters of the majestic St. Lawrence in comfort and style. Enjoy tasty snacks, local seafood and microbrewery beers at the gourmet bistro. Other onboard amenities include an outdoor deck and panorama lounges, a gift shop and children s playroom. Schedule: Year-round. Average length: 2 hrs 15 mins. Rates: Visit the website. Reservations recommended for vehicles and groups of 15 or more. [ 1] inside back cover Getting There Ferries [2] Tadoussac Baie-Sainte-Catherine Ferry n Tadoussac Baie-Sainte-Catherine Société des traversiers du Québec 98 rue du Bateau-Passeur, Tadoussac 119 rte 138, Baie-Sainte-Catherine ext. 3 traversiers.com The Tadoussac Baie-Sainte-Catherine ferry takes you through the Gateway to the North Shore (Tadoussac) in style, and allows you to admire the majestic Saguenay Fjord and the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Keep your eyes on the water, and you may be lucky enough to spot a whale. Schedule: Year-round. Departures: During the day: every 20 minutes (13 minutes in summer). Evening: every 40 minutes; at night: every 60 minutes. Length: 10 minutes. [ 2] 220 tourismecote-nord.com Les Escoumins Trois-Pistoles $ Compagnie de navigation des Basques Rue du Traversier, Les Escoumins 11 rue du Parc, Trois-Pistoles traversiercnb.ca The Héritage I ferry provides safe and comfortable passage between destinations on the North Shore and the Lower Saint Lawrence. On the Trois-Pistoles Les Escoumins crossing, you might even spot a few whales! Schedule: May to October. Average crossing time: 90 minutes. Reservations by phone or online. [ 5] p.15 Take a ferry across the St. Lawrence and taste the sea air! Rimouski Forestville - CNM Évolution $ re Avenue, Forestville 1 Route du Quai, Rimouski traversier.com This ferry service runs between Rimouski in the Lower St. Lawrence and Forestville in the North Shore. The CNM Évolution, the fastest ferry in the province, can carry up to 175 passengers and 30 vehicles. The crossing lasts 60 minutes. Schedule and rates: Visit the website for details. Reservations required for vehicles; reserve by phone or online. [ 6] Photos credit: [1,2] STQ.

223 useful information GETTING THERE L Express Anticosti Ferry 22 rue de l Église, or voyagescoste.ca From Rivière-au-Tonnerre, the L Express Anticosti and its 2-member crew can carry up to 23 passengers to Anticosti Island, three days a week. The ferry is 42 ft (14 m) long and has a maximum speed of 23 knots (41 km/h). The crossing between Rivière-au- Tonnerre and the village of Port-Menier on the island of Anticosti is 47 nautical miles (85 km). This boat is managed by Voyages Coste, a local travel agency that offers original packages and tourist services that give visitors a different North Shore experience. [ 3] Relais Nordik $ Â A h. º or relaisnordik.com Relais Nordik transports cargo, vehicles and passengers aboard the M/V Bella Desgagnés. One-way or round-trip, 4- to 7-day tickets or packages available. Reservations required. Schedule: April to January. Boarding in Rimouski, Sept-Îles, Havre-Saint-Pierre, Natashquan and Blanc-Sablon for travel to Kegaska, La Romaine, Harrington Harbour, Tête-à-la-Baleine, La Tabatière, Saint-Augustin and Blanc-Sablon. [ 4] inside back cover [3] L Express Anticosti [4] Relais Nordik s M/V Bella Desgagnés Pakuashipi Saint-Augustin Société des traversiers du Québec , traversiers.com The ACV Esprit de Pakuashipi provides free, daily service between the communities of Pakuashipi and Saint-Augustin. Located on either side of the Saint-Augustin River, these coastal villages are only accessible by sea or air. The 16-passenger amphibious vehicle offers a safe and comfortable ride and an enjoyable outing on the water. Schedule: Year-round, except when the Route Blanche snowmobile trail is open in winter. Departures: 8 to 18 departures per day. Length: 5 minutes. [5] The Les Escoumins Trois-Pistoles Ferry, Héritage I Harrington Harbour Chevery Société des traversiers du Québec traversiers.com Perched on a small, rocky island, Harrington Harbour is one of Québec s most beautiful villages. The well-known Québec film Seducing Dr. Lewis (La grande séduction) was filmed here. Schedule: April to November, 2 to 8 crossings per day. Length: 30 minutes. Photos credits: [3] A. Marcoux, [4] Relais Nordik, [5] Compagnie de navigation des Basques, [5] CNM Évolution. [6] The Rimouski Forestville Ferry, CNM Évolution tourismecote-nord.com 221

224 useful information GETTING THERE Planes Aéroport de Baie-Comeau (airport) 210 Route de l Aéroport, Pointe-Lebel , , mrcmanicouagan.qc.ca aeroport.adm@mrcmanicouagan.qc.ca Located in Pointe-Lebel, only 10 minutes from Baie-Comeau, this airport serves several airlines that will be pleased to fly you to the North Shore, including Air Liaison, Air Canada Jazz, and Pascan Aviation [ 1] PAL Airlines 1000 boulevard Laure East, Sept-Îles or palairlines.ca PAL Airlines is a leading provider of reliable airline service to over 27 destinations in Eastern Canada, offering daily flights to cities like Montréal, Québec City and Sept-Îles, and to various destinations in Newfoundland and Labrador. Free in-flight amenities include: meals, drinks, snacks, hot towels and magazines. J Car Rental Enterprise / National Car and Truck Rental 111 rue Maltais, Sept-Îles or Sept-Îles Airport: enterprise.ca - nationalcar.ca We have an extensive inventory of cars and trucks able to meet all our clients needs. Our turnkey service is known to be fast, flawless and efficient. Operating in Canada since 1993, Enterprise is the largest car rental company in the country, with more than 600 branches and 4,000 employees. It was voted the favourite car rental agencies in TripAdvisor s Travelers' Choice Awards for Travel Favourites in Canada. [ 2] Buses Intercar 5675 rue des Tournelles, Québec , or intercar.ca Bus service between Québec City and Havre-Saint-Pierre via all major towns. Bus charters departing from Côte-Nord. Sept-Îles Station: 27 rue Comeau. Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. J Drive-home Service [1] Baie-Comeau Airport Tz Baie-Comeau $ Baie-Comeau tzbaiecomeau.com This organization provides a drive-home service to anyone with a car who is tired, inebriated, or just doesn t feel like driving. Supported by a team of devoted volunteer drivers, it serves the area between Ragueneau and Franquelin. If you are passing through the area and need our services, we will be pleased to take you wherever you need to go. Schedule: 7 days a week, from 6: p.m. to 4 a.m. [2] Enterprise / National Car and Truck Rental 222 tourismecote-nord.com Photos credits: [1] M. Loiselle, [2] National location d autos et de camions.

225 useful information GUIDED TOURS Guided Tours Reservations and Packages Essipit Reservation Jz and Information Centre 46 rue de la Réserve, Essipit or vacancesessipit.com Planning your trip is now easy and fun! This centre offers professional assistance to visitors requesting information, and rates for businesses associated with Essipit and its partners. Kuei (Hello!) from Essipit! Schedule: Open daily, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. p.c-4 [3] Encounter with a friendly deer on Anticosti Voyages Coste (Cooperative for a Sustainable Tourism Environment) 22 rue de l Église, Rivière-au-Tonnerre or voyagescoste.ca Voyages Coste, a community-based cooperative focussed on sustainable tourism, is a brick-and-mortar travel agency with a Québec travel agent license. We offer tourist packages and products in the North Shore, mainly on Anticosti Island and in the Minganie region and the Lower North Shore. Help local (French, English, and Innu) communities grow by encouraging fair, responsible, and sustainable tourism. We offer a wide range of services: flight and river cruise reservations, customized packages and individual products. [ 3,4] inside back cover Travel Agencies Club voyages Côte-Nord Galeries Montagnaises, 1005 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or cotenord.clubvoyages.com Talk with our travel consultants and find out about the best offers for the most popular destinations. Whether you re dreaming of a cruise, cultural trip or organized tour, this agency will suggest packages with the best quality/price ratio. Pleasing customers is our top priority! [4] Harrington Harbour Voyages Tour Monde Vasco Sept-Îles 700 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or tourmonde@cgocable.ca Choose from a range of packages and cruises to many destinations sure to please the most discriminating traveller and all your travel dreams will come true! Voyages Nicole Caron Rivière-au-Tonnerre , ncaron.travelonly.com Voyages Nicole Caron, associated with TravelOnly inc. and a Québec permit-holder, organizes pleasure and business trips and will take care of all your reservations. Photos credit: [3] A. St-Germain, [4] M. Malherbe. tourismecote-nord.com 223

226 useful information SERVICES Services Tourism Organizations & Corporations Association de développement touristique de Tête-à-la-Baleine 152 rue de la Salle, Côte-Nord-du-Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent or attb@xplornet.ca Comité ZIP de la rive nord de l estuaire 57 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau zipnord.qc.ca COPACTE (Corporation de développement patrimonial, culturel et touristique de Natashquan) 24 chemin d en Haut, Natashquan copactenatashquan.net Corporation de développement touristique et culturel de Canton-de-Brest 2 avenue Jacques-Cartier, Blanc-Sablon , Croisières Baie-Comeau (cruises) 3 20 avenue Cartier, Baie-Comeau croisieresbaie-comeau.ca Destination Sept-Îles Nakauinanu 1 quai Monseigneur-Blanche, Sept-Îles destinationsept-iles.com Harrington Harbour Tourism Association C. P Harrington Harbour or harringtonharbour.ca Organisme de bassins versants Manicouagan (OBVM) 57 place La Salle, Baie-Comeau obvm.org Rendez Vous Minganie 1010 promenade des Anciens, Havre-Saint-Pierre or rendezvousminganie.com Associations and groups Chambre de commerce de Manicouagan 22 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau ccmanic.qc.ca Chambre de commerce de Port-Cartier C.P. 82, Port-Cartier ccportcartier@globetrotter.net Chambre de commerce de Sept-Îles 700 boulevard Laure, Suite 237, Sept-Îles info@ccseptiles.com Loisir et Sport Côte-Nord 859 rue Bossé, Suite 218, Baie-Comeau or urlscn.qc.ca Regional Media Companies Les Éditions Nordiques Les hebdos de la Côte-Nord 770 rue de Bretagne, Baie-Comeau ICI Radio-Canada 350 rue Smith, Suite 30, Sept-Îles or ici.radio-canada.ca/cote-nord cbsi@radio-canada.ca Radio Essipit Haute-Côte-Nord inc. CHME Rock ma vie, FM 94,9 et 99,7 34 rue de la Réserve, Essipit or chme949.com TVA Est-du-Québec In Baie-Comeau: 337 boulevard La Salle In Sept-Îles: 410 avenue Évangéline , , tva.canoe.ca CogecoTV In Baie-Comeau: 323 boulevard La Salle In Sept-Îles: 410 avenue Évangéline , tvcogeco.com 224 tourismecote-nord.com

227 useful information SERVICES Service Companies Caisse populaire Desjardins du Saguenay Saint-Laurent desjardins.com In Tadoussac: 187 rue du Bord-de-l Eau In Sacré-Cœur: 70 rue Principale Nord In Les Bergeronnes: 515 rue du Boisé In Les Escoumins: 11 rue Sirois Caisse populaire Desjardins de Hauterive In Chute-aux-Outardes: 117 rue Vallilée In Baie-Comeau: 990 boulevard Laflèche or desjardins.com/caissehauterive Cégep de Baie-Comeau 537 boulevard Blanche, Baie-Comeau or cegepbc.ca Centre des Congrès de Sept-Îles 513 avenue Brochu, Sept-Îles dv.ccsi@live.ca Desjardins Entreprises - Centre de services Sept-Îles 598 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles or desjardins.com Conseil régional de la culture et des communications de la Côte-Nord Micheline Simard Building, 22 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau or culturecotenord.com Développement économique Port-Cartier 24 boulevard des Îles, Port-Cartier cde.port-cartier@globetrotter.net Développement Économique Sept-Îles 700 boulevard Laure, Suite 231, Sept-Îles deseptiles.com Imprimerie B&E Coralis communication visuelle 325 avenue Brochu, Sept-Îles or imprimeriebe.com Imprimerie SOLISCO e Rue, Scott or solisco.com Innovation et développement Manicouagan (CLD) 1910 avenue Charles-Normand, Baie-Comeau idmanic.ca NNC Authorized Telus Dealer 770 boulevard Laure, Sept-Îles MRC de Caniapiscau 100 rue le Carrefour, Fermont , caniapiscau.net MRC de Manicouagan 768 rue Bossé, Baie-Comeau mrcmanicouagan.qc.ca MRC de Minganie 1303 rue de la Digue, Havre-Saint-Pierre info@mrc.minganie.org MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord 26 rue de la Rivière, Les Escoumins mrchcn.qc.ca MRC Le Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent 29 chemin d Aylmer Sound, Suite 400, Chevery mrcgsl.ca Numérik Solutions d affaires 155 A rue Napoléon, Sept-Îles numerik.ca SADC de la Côte-Nord 456 avenue Arnaud, Suite 205, Sept-Îles or sadccote-nord.org SADC de la Haute-Côte-Nord 459 Route 138, Suite 200, Les Escoumins sadchcn.com SADC Manicouagan 810 rue Bossé, Baie-Comeau sadcmanic.ca Voltige Communication 876 rue Bossé, Baie-Comeau voltige.ca tourismecote-nord.com 225

228 useful information TRAVELLING IN QUÉBEC TRAVELLING IN QUÉBEC Driving in Québec Since Canada uses the metric system, speed limits and distances are indicated in kilometres per hour (km/h) and gasoline is sold by the litre (l). Cell phones Use of a hand-held cell phone that does not have a hands-free function is prohibited while driving. Winter tires From December 15 to March 15, all taxis and passenger vehicles registered in Québec must be equipped with winter tires. Road conditions For information on road conditions, call 511 or , or visit quebec511.info. Signalisation touristique In Québec, the names of tourist regions and directions to services, attractions and activities are indicated on blue roadside signs. For information, see panneaubleu.com. Village-relais services If you re tired or you need help, stop off in a villagerelais, a municipality that works together with local businesses to offer a variety of services like those available at highway service centres, including food, fuel, mechanical assistance and accommodation. They are located on provincial highways and tourist routes. Making a comment or conveying dissatisfaction If you wish to comment on or are dissatisfied with the tourism services you received in Québec, please contact: Alliance de l industrie touristique du Québec , option 7 comment@alliancetouristique.com Tipping Tipping is customary in restaurants, bars and taxis. The amount, which is not included in the bill, generally represents 15% of the total bill before taxes Taxes Two taxes are printed on Québec invoices: the 5% federal goods and services tax (GST), and the 9.975% Québec sales tax (QST). A variable tax on accommodations is also added throughout the North Shore. North Shore accommodation providers charge 3.5% per night. Emergency Emergency 911, or *4141 (phone cell) Info-Santé (health information hotline) 811 Québec Poison Control Centre Canadian Coast Guard Marine Distress Boating Safety Infoline Fisheries and Oceans Canada Fishing and tide information , cartes.gc.ca Shellfish contamination S.O.S. Poaching Reporting poachers Weather Information meteo.ec.gc.ca Printed on recycled paper that is made in Québec, 100% chain of custody certified and includes 10% post-consumer fibre. 226 tourismecote-nord.com

229 useful information LEGEND OF SYMBOLS LEGEND OF SYMBOLS z Aboriginal content h Accommodation } Accommodation \ Certification Õ AEQ-certified (Aventure écotourisme Québec) D Air conditioning ò Authentic First Nations experience ñ Authentic Inuit experience P Beach: supervised swimming M Bienvenue cyclistes certified L Bike rental - Birdwatching M Boat launch å Boat trip! Breakfast x Camping 7 Canoeing æ Cash only w Cottage and readyto-camp rental r Cross-country skiing ª Convenience store Accessibility Æ Cooking shelter Y Cycling # Dinner F Dogsled ride a Downhill skiing s Electricity: 15 amps t Electricity: 30 amps u Electricity: 50 amps P Electric vehicle charging station ö Equipment rental U Falls Í Fishing º Fitness room $ Free admission J Free WiFi i Full comfort station Q Horseback riding à Hunting Î Ice fishing e Indoor pool C Indoor spa > International airport î Interpretation Kayaking Kitchenette Access for persons with impaired mobility Kéroul keroul.qc.ca Kéroul evaluates establishments accessibility according to the essential criteria recognized by Tourisme Québec. Kéroul offers a wide range of cultural and tourism information for visitors with impaired mobility. 2 Visitors with impaired mobility can move about without assistance in the establishment. 3 Visitors with impaired mobility must have assistance to move about in the establishment. Licenced restaurant Œ Local cuisine and specialty Lunch % Marine wildlife viewing μ Microwave F Mini fridge d Mountain biking i Outdoor pool 5 Paid admission T Patio S Performance venue ( Permanent visitor information centre  Pet-friendly A Pick-your-own h Picnic area Places to eat, Private bathroom v Pull-through e Pump-out station ä Quadding Á Rating - Pending # Reception area Recreational harbour < Regional airport Ö Route verte bicycle trail 0 Seasonal operation? Seasonal visitor information centre b Shared bathroom c Shared kitchen ± Shopping o Scuba diving f Skating ó Snowshoeing n Snowmobiling 8 Snow tubing B Spa l Swimming x Tents only h Toilet and sinks Unit without carpet Unit with fireplace k Village-relais accredited services : Volleyball Ï Waterfront view p Wellness centre Whirlpool tub Tourist and Leisure Companion Sticker vatl.org Companions of disabled individuals with this sticker are admitted free to participating tourism, cultural and recreational sites. quebecforall.com tourismecote-nord.com 227

230 useful information DISTANCES TABLES DISTANCES TABLES Route 138 Distances in kilometres. Tadoussac Les Bergeronnes 24 Les Escoumins Longue-Rive Forestville Pointe-aux-Outardes Baie-Comeau Franquelin Godbout Baie-Trinité Rivière-Pentecôte Port-Cartier Sept-Îles Rivière-au-Tonnerre Rivière-Saint-Jean Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Havre-Saint-Pierre Baie-Johan-Beetz Aguanish Natashquan Kegaska Routes 389, 500, 510 and Route de la Chicoutai Distances in kilometres. nces en kilomètre Baie-Comeau Manic-2 22 Relais Manic-Outardes Manic Relais Gabriel Monts Groulx Gagnon Fire Lake Fermont Mont-Wright Labrador City Wabush Churchill Falls Happy Valley-Goose Bay Port Hope Simpson Red Bay L Anse-au-Clair Blanc-Sablon Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Baie-de-Brador Middle Bay Rivière-Saint-Paul Vieux-Fort tourismecote-nord.com

231 useful information INDEX ALPHABETICAL INDEX A Aboriginal communities Aboriginal tourism Aboriginals... 26,36,55,69,71,83,84 Accommodation Agri-tourism and regional products Aguanish and Île-Michon Airport All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) Aluminum plant Anticosti Island (Île d'anticosti) Archeology...24,94 Art galleries... 42,43,47,70 Arts and crafts Associations and groups Attractions... 6 to 94 Audio CD Audioguide B Baie-Comeau Baie-Johan-Beetz Baie-Trinité Bakeries...167,168 Beaches Bears - black: observation...22,23 Bed & breakfasts Beers...42,161,163,171 Bicycle touring Bike paths (see Cycling) Bike routes (see Cycling) Birdwatching Blanc-Sablon Boating Boats - Cruises Boats - Ferries Bonne-Espérance Brador Bus stations (see Buses) Buses C Campgrounds Can t-miss Experiences... 6 to 9 Canoeing...29,62,73 Cars (see Rental) Chapels...21,31,92 Charging stations - electric vehicles Chevery Chocolate makers... 31,162,165 Churches...21,41,43,78,94 Chute-aux-Outardes Clarke Colombier Concerts and shows...103, 104 Contents... 3 Contest Cottages (see Tourist homes) Cross-country skiing Cruises and excursions Culture & Heritage Cycling D Dairy bar Distances tables Dogsledding Drive-home service E Ekuanitshit (see Mingan) Electric vehicle charging stations Essipit Events Excursions - snowmobile and quad...152,155 F Farms...23,38,72,93,162 Fermont Ferries Festivals (see Events) Fish markets...161,162 Fishing to 187 Flightseeing/seaplane tours Floatplane tours Fold-out map of the region... C-3 Forestville Franquelin G Gallix Gardens... 35, 70 General Information Getting to the region...217,22 Godbout Golfing/courses Great Northern Loop Grocery stores Guided tours H Harrington Harbour Havre-Saint-Pierre Health and relaxation Health centres, Wellness centre Hiking Hockey Horseback riding Hotels/motels Hunting and fishing Hydroelectric dams I Île d'anticosti Industrial tours... 42,45,57,73 Industries...45,57,73 Information - hunting and fishing Inns Innu... 26,36,55,69,71,83,84 Interpretation centres to 94 K Karting Kegaska Kitesurfing... 98,1 L La Romaine Large industries...45,57,73 Legend of pictograms Les Bergeronnes Les Escoumins Lighthouses...114,118 Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Longue-Rive Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Lower North Shore tourismecote-nord.com 229

232 useful information INDEX M Magpie Malls (see Shopping) Maple syrup operations Marinas Marine mammals...12,21,83 Maritime services Media Microbreweries...42,161,163,171 Mingan (see Ekuanitshit) Mining Moisie Motels (see Hotels) Motorcycle touring Mountains Municipalities to 94 Museums to 94 N Natashquan Nature and the great outdoors Nautical stations Northern lights...53,57 O Organized tours (see Guided tours) Other services Outdoor activities Outdoor activity locations Outdoor centres...42,62 Outfitters P Packages Paddleboarding Parks...12 to 94 and 113 Performance venues...103,104 Pictograms Places to eat Planes...151, 222 Pointe-aux-Anglais Pointe-aux-Outardes Pointe-Lebel Pointe-Parent Port-Cartier Port-Menier Portneuf-sur-Mer Portrait of the region Ports Q Quadding Québec tourist regions R Radio stations Ragueneau Regional flavours Regional products Relaxation Rental Bicycles Cottages Snowmobiles Vehicles Reservation centre Reservations Rivière-au-Tonnerre Rivière-Pentecôte Rivière-Saint-Jean Route Route des Baleines (Whale Route) S Sacré-Coeur Salmon fishing Salmon rivers Schefferville Scuba diving Sea kayaking Seafood to 177 Sept-Îles Service companies Service organizations Sheldrake Shopping Shops Shows and events...96 to 104 Ski centres Skiing (downhill) Snowmobiling Souvenirs (see Arts and crafts) Sports events...99,102 St. Lawrence River... 6 Sugar shacks Symbols used in this guide T Tadoussac Tête-à-la-Baleine The true North... 8 Tourism organizations & corporations Tourisme Québec Tourist area to 94 Baie-Comeau Fermont and Route Forestville Havre-Saint-Pierre L Île-d Anticosti Lower North Shore Natashquan Port-Cartier Rivière-au-Tonnerre Sept-Îles Tadoussac Tourist homes Tourist information Towns and villages to 94 Transportation Travel agencies Travel Tools... 4 Travelling in Québec U Useful information V Vacation resorts Villages-relais...23,25,30,78,C-3 Visitor Centres W Waterfalls... 77,136,138 Whale Route trail to 94 Whales... 12,113,125 Whale-watching locations Winter Winter activities Winter fun Winter sports Z ZECs (Controlled Harvest Zones) tourismecote-nord.com

233 Senior Management: Mario Leblanc Project Manager: Danny Bourdeau Graphic design: D JAZZ Proofreading and revision (French): Mots et Marées English translation and revision: Diana Halfpenny Collaborators: Alliance de l industrie touristique du Québec Oasis Communication-Marketing Printing: Solisco Cover photo credit: Humpback whale breaching J. Delarue MICS Photo This tourist guide was produced by Tourisme Côte-Nord in collaboration with its partners. Only members of the regional tourism association are mentioned in this brochure. The data was accurate as of autumn 2017 and is subject to change without notice. Tourisme Côte-Nord shall not be held liable for any involuntary omissions or errors that may appear. The next edition will be published in spring Duplessis Regional Tourist Association Manicouagan Regional Tourist Association Legal Deposit: - Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, Library and Archives Canada, 2018 ISSN tourismecote-nord.com 231

234 You ll be amazed! This summer, come and take a trip through time. Discover the past, present and future of our hydropower heritage! Visit awe-inspiring structures and interpretation centres that will pique your curiosity. It s free! See you there! List of facilities open to the public:

235 DISCOVER ANTICOSTI ISLAND AND THE LOWER NORTH SHORE ABOARD THE BELLA DESGAGNÉS Discover and learn about a world apart as you enjoy the Bella experience during this exceptional sea voyage. Travelling to Labrador or Atlantic Canada? Your car can be shipped aboard! Minganie Discover Quebec s unexplored shore! relaisnordik.com Anticosti Lower North Shore Discovery packages : cruises, activities, excursions, accommodation. À la carte services and custom packages also available. Gilles Chagnon 454, rue Jacques-Cartier, Rivière-au-Tonnerre info@voyagescoste.ca INFORMATIONS & RESERVATIONS : Voyages CoSte is licensed by the Consumer Protection Office

236 C R O S S T O T H E O TH E R panoramic view S I D E S I D E t e x p e r i e n c e g o u r m e C R O S S T O T H E O TH E R

237 UNFORGETTABLE! New! FREE admission for youth 17 and under in 2018* * Boat service fees still apply parkscanada.gc.ca/mingan

238 CÔTE-NORD REGIONAL MAP See distances tables on page 228. Get your Côte-Nord tourist map at a Visitor Information Centre (p. 218 to 219). CHARLEVOIX TOURIST REGION tourismecote-nord.com C-3

239 SET OFF TO Discover Whales ON A CUSTOM CRUISE Just 15 minutes from Tadoussac Eat, Sleep and Enjoy VACANCESESSIPIT.COM