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  • Hiker at the summit of Mont du Lac des Cygnes with autumn colours in the valley

    Fall · 5 min

    Fall Colours in Charlevoix: Where and When

    When the colours peak in Charlevoix and where to go: Hautes-Gorges, Grands-Jardins, Le Massif and the river road. A complete guide to autumn.

  • Grey oyster mushrooms grown at Champignons Charlevoix in La Malbaie

    Summer · Fall · 5 min

    Wild Mushroom Foraging in Charlevoix: A Field Guide

    Chanterelles, boletes, lobster mushrooms: where to forage wild mushrooms in Charlevoix, what the law allows, and the workshops that teach you safely.

  • Two side-by-side off-road vehicles overlooking a lake and mountains in Charlevoix

    Summer · Fall · 5 min

    ATV Rides in Charlevoix: The Backcountry by Quad

    Guided quad excursions with Nord Expé in La Malbaie and 300 km of groomed trails from the local ATV club: a guide to Charlevoix's mountain backcountry.

  • Hiker photographing a fall-coloured lake from the Pas de Géants trail

    Summer · Fall · 5 min

    Hidden Hikes in Charlevoix: Away from the Crowds

    Sentier de l'Orignac, Pas de Géants, Mont à Liguori, Zec Lac-au-Sable: five confidential Charlevoix hikes for when the Acropole parking lot is full.

  • Game birds around a feeder at Les Volières de Baie-Saint-Paul

    Summer · Fall · 5 min

    Les Volières de Baie-Saint-Paul: Pheasants and Boars

    A family game-bird farm in Baie-Saint-Paul: over 1,000 birds in outdoor aviaries, wild boars, observation trails and house-made charcuterie. The guide.

  • Fly fisher casting on the Malbaie River in Charlevoix

    Summer · Fall · 6 min

    Salmon Fishing on the Malbaie River

    73 pools, mandatory fly fishing and catch-and-release: the 2026 guide to salmon fishing on the Malbaie River and trout fishing in Charlevoix.

  • The water mill and miller's house at Les Moulins de l'Isle-aux-Coudres

    Summer · Fall · 6 min

    Isle-aux-Coudres in One Day: Around the Island

    Free ferry, bike tour, heritage mills, Vergers Pedneault, summer theatre: guide to a full day on Isle-aux-Coudres from La Malbaie.

  • Climber on a via ferrata above the St. Lawrence River in Charlevoix

    Summer · Fall · 6 min

    Vertical Adventure in Charlevoix: Via Ferrata and Canyoning

    Via ferrata at Les Palissades, zipline at Manoir Richelieu, canyoning at Le Massif: guide to vertical activities in Charlevoix from La Malbaie.

  • Chapelle McLaren (Port-au-Persil)

    Summer · Fall · 2 min

    McLaren Chapel (Port-au-Persil)

    Chapelle McLaren, in Port-au-Persil, is a heritage and architectural gem. Built in the early 20th century, it offers a magnificent view of the St.…

  • The Port-au-Persil chapel on its rocky point, facing the St. Lawrence estuary

    Summer · Fall · 2 min

    Belugas and seals at Port-au-Persil / Saint-Siméon

    Besides Tadoussac whales, the region offers beluga and seal sightings from Port-au-Persil and Saint-Siméon. A closer option to discover marine life on the…

  • The riverboat Le Menaud cruising beneath the walls of Hautes-Gorges National Park

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 5 min

    The Hautes-Gorges Riverboat Cruise, Seen from the Water

    Aboard the riverboat Le Menaud, the Malbaie River winds between 800-metre walls. A guide to the national park cruise, at its most colourful in fall.

  • Angler landing a trout in a Charlevoix backcountry river

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 5 min

    Trout Fishing in Charlevoix: A Day-Access Guide

    The Zec des Martres and its 150 lakes, native trout in Grands-Jardins, day packages at outfitters: where to fish in Charlevoix without owning a camp.

  • Forest running trail along a stream in Charlevoix

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 4 min

    Trail Running in Charlevoix: Where to Run on a Visit

    Where to run in Charlevoix: the Mont Grand-Fonds Trail station, runnable hiking trails and easy loops near La Malbaie — a guide for your stay.

  • Mountain bikers overlooking the St. Lawrence River in Charlevoix

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 5 min

    Cycling in Charlevoix: Route Verte, Island and Mountain

    130 km of Route Verte, the Isle-aux-Coudres loop, the Massif and the trails of Saint-Siméon: a full guide to summer cycling in Charlevoix.

  • Hiker on Mont du Lac-des-Cygnes in Grands-Jardins National Park, Charlevoix

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 5 min

    Grands-Jardins National Park: Taiga and Summit Trails

    Grands-Jardins National Park, southern taiga and caribou habitat, is one of Charlevoix's great wild spaces above Baie-Saint-Paul. Trails and tips.

  • Hiker on a trail at Le Massif de Charlevoix with views over the St. Lawrence River

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 8 min

    Best Hikes in Charlevoix: Trails and Summits

    Acropole-des-Draveurs, Grands-Jardins, Sentier des Caps, Le Massif: guide to the best hikes in Charlevoix from La Malbaie.

  • Whale-watching cruises (July–October)

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 3 min

    Whale-watching cruises (July–October)

    Croisières AML runs whale-watching trips from Charlevoix, in the heart of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, one of the world's best sites. Large boat…

  • Katabatik

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 2 min

    Katabatik: Kayaking and Rafting in Charlevoix

    Katabatik offers river descents (including Rivière du Gouffre), sea kayaking, SUP, canyoning, and bike rental. Book ahead for the season. Our go-to for…

  • Excursions at Tadoussac

    Spring · Summer · Fall · 2 min

    Excursions at Tadoussac

    Tadoussac is the gateway to the fjord and one of the world's best spots for whales and maritime landscapes. Boat, Zodiac, kayak — several outfitters offer…

  • The church of Saint-Irénée along the Route du Fleuve in Charlevoix

    Year-round · 5 min

    The Route du Fleuve: Charlevoix Village by Village

    Saint-Irénée, Les Éboulements, Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive: a guide to Route 362, Quebec's most beautiful drive, between Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie.

  • Baby alpaca in a pen at a Charlevoix farm

    Year-round · 5 min

    Charlevoix Farms to Visit: Alpacas and Emus

    Alpacas, emus, sheep, lavender and flowers: five farms open to the public in Charlevoix for a family outing into the backcountry.

  • Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie

    Year-round · 3 min

    Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie National Park

    For longer, tougher hikes, the Hautes-Gorges park awaits. Deep valleys, among the highest cliffs east of the Rockies, in the heart of the Charlevoix…

  • Riverside walk

    Year-round · 2 min

    Riverside walk

    Ten minutes by car, a spectacular walk awaits along the St. Lawrence shore. Park at the point on the map, then follow the river north on foot. A tide…

  • The Port-au-Persil wharf and its cove at low tide, in autumn colours

    Year-round · 2 min

    Port-au-Persil wharf

    Fifteen minutes away, the Port-au-Persil wharf is a must. This characterful little port has superb views of the river and the boats. Kids love watching…

  • Winter
  • Cross-country skiers by a log shelter in the snowy Charlevoix mountains

    Winter · 6 min

    Virée Nordique: Skiing the Valley of Ice, Charlevoix

    The Virée dans la Vallée des Glaces: a 15 or 20 km cross-country ski through Hautes-Gorges National Park in Charlevoix. Dates, route, shuttles and base camp.

  • Summer
  • Sand beach at Parc le Pélican in La Malbaie, view of the Saint Lawrence River and the Pointe-au-Pic church steeple

    Summer · 7 min

    Beaches, Pool and Bathing in Charlevoix: Where to Swim

    Lac Nairne, Saint-Irénée, Parc le Pélican, semi-Olympic pool: where to swim in Charlevoix, from beaches to lap lanes. A practical guide.

  • The Cap-à-l'Aigle garden

    Summer · 2 min

    The Cap-à-l'Aigle garden

    The Cap-à-l'Aigle garden is a charming spot near the chalet. Ideal for a peaceful stroll, a flowery break by the river, or a family outing. One of our…

  • Kayak and water activities

    Summer · 2 min

    Kayak and water activities

    Sea kayaking and water activities are well represented in Charlevoix. Tourisme Charlevoix centralizes offers: Saguenay Fjord, St. Lawrence estuary,…

  • Saguenay Fjord by Kayak

    Summer · 2 min

    Saguenay Fjord by Kayak

    About 1h15 away, Fjord en Kayak in L'Anse-Saint-Jean offers sea kayak excursions and expeditions on the Saguenay Fjord. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day…

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