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

    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.

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

    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.

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

    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.

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  • Whale-watching cruises (July–October)

    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…

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  • Katabatik

    Katabatik

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

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

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

    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…

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  • Riverside walk

    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…

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  • Port-au-Persil wharf

    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…

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

    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…

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  • The Cap-à-l'Aigle garden

    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…

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  • Kayak and water activities

    Kayak and water activities

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

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  • Saguenay Fjord by Kayak

    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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