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Chibougamau | Quebec

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Region:

Eeyou Istchee–Baie-James

Known For:

Parc régional Obalski | Réserve faunique Assinica | Festival Folifrets Baie-James | Northern lakes | Local restaurants | Boreal forest

Best For:

Wilderness Access | Summer Festivals | Hiking | Northern Stops

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Festival Folifrets Baie-James

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February – March The Festival Folifrets Baie-James has been snowmobile competitions and “winter carnival” type festivities for more than 50 years. It was in 1967 that a member of the Chibougamau Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Léopold Larouche, proposed to organize a snowmobile competition in Chibougamau. Since then, every year, the city of Chibougamau shines, for […]

Réserve faunique Assinica

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Whether you are a fishing fanatic or whether it is a short family outing, four species of fish await your line in the wildlife reserve – walleye, lake trout, brook trout and northern pike. The word “Assinica” comes from the Cree word asinikaw, meaning “it’s stony” or “it’s rocky.” It is the name of a lake in […]

Parc régional Obalski

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Regional Park Obalski is a magnificent, top-rated park loved among locals. The trails meander through a forest where you can observe the effects of a forest fire ravaging the Park in 2005. The Kiwanis trail goes around the Gilman lakes. You can shorten the hike by shortcut via the Hydro trail, which partly runs along each […]

Plage municipale du lac Gilman

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In the heart of Chibougamau, the Plage municipal du lac Gilman (Gilman Beach) offers various services and activities, including canoeing, camping, kayaking, pedal boating, swimming, paddle boarding, activities on the playing field, cycling, walking, and much more. It can get busy in the summer, especially when the weather is warm. Photo: bonjourquebec.com

Club de Golf Chibougamau

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This golf course is located at the heart of Chibougamau and is the region’s pride. Golfers of all levels will be delighted by its design and the quality of its greens. This charming nine-hole course features narrow fairways with a natural backdrop of the boreal forest. Photo: golfchibougamau.com

Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute

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Located 40 minutes from Chibougamau, this cultural institute serves as a museum, archive, library, teaching centre, cultural centre, and a virtual hub designed for high-powered interactivity. The building is beautifully designed and is tucked in the beautiful community of Oujé-Bougoumou, right beside a lake. Aanischaaukamikw’s bold design, and its massive laminated spruce beams, come from […]

Mont Chalco

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Come and discover the pleasures of winter at Mont Chalco. You will find an abundance of 100% natural snow, a unique atmosphere, and exquisite landscapes for downhill or cross-country skiing. The outdoor center offers 11 slopes spread over two slopes, five of which are lighted and five undergrowth making it an ideal destination for the whole […]

Restaurant Le Boree Inc

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At Restaurant Le Boree Inc, you will find a menu full of homemade classics. The restaurant offers an ever-changing daily menu accompanied by a solid list of wines. Some dishes sold here include seafood, soups, entrees, salads, fries and poutines, sandwiches, pizza, grilled items and desserts for those with a sweet tooth. The restaurant is […]

Restaurant Chez Raymonde

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Restaurant Chez Raymonde is a popular local restaurant. The restaurant is not very big but offers comfortable seating and a fantastic atmosphere. The restaurant offers a fantastic breakfast and also features omelettes, croissants, sandwiches, salads, pizza, fries and poutines, chicken and even a children’s menu for the little ones. This restaurant could be classified more […]

Pizza Marko’s

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For those wanting a pizza bursting with flavour, delivered to your hotel, anywhere in the Chibougamau region or for pick-up, this is the place to order from. Pizza Marko’s is the local pizzeria for pizza lovers but also features menu items such as poutines, chicken, pasta and fries. The restaurant has been in service for […]

Sentier Stolen-Bedard

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The Sentier Stolen-Bedard is a beautiful 5.63 km trail on the outskirts of town. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 hours to complete. This trail is excellent for hiking, snowshoeing, and walking, and you’ll unlikely encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is well-marked but has some very […]

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