Top 7 Places to Visit in
Les Escoumins | Quebec
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Saguenay – St. Lawrence Marine Park and Marine Environment Discovery Center
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At the Marine Environment Discovery Center, dive into the fascinating world of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, from starfish to the largest marine mammals. The museum showcases some of the marine life in the area, and tour guides will be delighted to fill you in on the local ecology and discoveries. There are several guided […]
- 41 Rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins, QC G0T 1K0
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- https://parcmarin.qc.ca/page_details/marine-environment-discovery-centre/
Pointe a la Croix (Point of the Cross) Site and Trail
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This historic site was established by hunters and fishermen in 1550 as a spot for degreasing whales, porpoises and other large game. In 1723, missionaries erected a large metal cross which still stands there today. Today, this site is designed for relaxation and picnics; you can make detailed observations of marine mammals of all kinds, […]
- 23 Rue de la Croix, Les Escoumins, QC G0T 1K0
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- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/quebec/pointe-a-la-croix-via-le-sentier-de-la-pointe-a-la-croix
Sea Kayaking
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Paddle the black waters of the fjord, ride along the upper estuary islands and observe the breath of the great whales in the Estuary as you travel through three magnificent and captivating ecosystems. Dug during the last ice age, the Saguenay Fjord is lined with cliffs reaching 300 meters. The St. Lawrence estuary offers a […]
- 41 Rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins, QC, G0T 1K0
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- https://parcmarin.qc.ca/explore/fjord-river/sea-kayak/
Presbytere des Escoumins
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This historic chapel is a great spot to visit some of the local cultural history of Les Escoumins. Be sure to check out the beautiful interiors and imagine what the locality would have looked like as it was being built. More information can be found at the Escoumins Tourism Center. Photo: Google Maps, Millerozes
Parc des Chutes
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Waterfall Park Located on the river that flows out into the bay, Parc des Chutes offers visitors a beautiful spot to picnic, relax, and explore. The calmer parts of the river offer a spot to swim, splash, and cool down, whereas the rapids and waterfalls give a spectacular view of the natural world’s power. Be […]
- Les Escoumins, Quebec, Quebec G0T 1K0
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- https://www.escoumins.ca/tourisme/activites-et-attraits/
The Escoumins River
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In the heart of the Manicouagan territory, the Escoumins River flows 40 kilometres north of Tadoussac in the enchanting setting of a mountainous valley. Classified as a salmon river, fishing is done only with flies starting in June. Since 2013, the Escoumins River has regained its wild aspect after dismantling an old dam. This river, […]
ZEC Nordique
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This controlled harvesting zone is a 458 square kilometre area encompassing 211 lakes and many trails and campgrounds. Hunters can find moose, black bear, grouse, and hare; fishers can catch brook trout. Photo: https://www.facebook.com/Zecnordique/