Things to see and do Gaspésie

The naturalists of the centre will answer all your questions about the natural wealth of this park. Home and information, access authorization, campers registration, convenience desk, sales of ice and wood, Nature and outdoors shop, interpretation, showroom, picnic area, shower and laundry, health services, first aid services.

If you're looking for a bit of height in the Matapedia Valley, the Route des Belvédères is just the ticket! The view from the summit is simply magnificent, featuring a panorama of mountains and rivers. Two lookouts are currently accessible, in Matapédia and Saint-André-de-Restigouche (with two more to come). The incredible architecture of these lookouts is well worth a visit. Access fees must be paid online or at the Matapédia welcome centre.

This scientific museum invites visitors to discover the ecosystems and biodiversity of the St. Lawrence. In summer 2024, Exploramer will inaugurate a new ecosystem aquarium and permanent exhibition. Through this exhibition, you'll be transported to the heart of the St. Lawrence and meet the fish, molluscs and crustaceans that live there. The tour includes a tactile experience led by scientific animators: touch live lobsters, starfish and sea urchins! Upstairs, two temporary exhibitions are presented: Exceptional Beings. When science competes with fiction, and Tentacles and Co. In addition to the exhibitions, the museum offers a wide range of activities to discover, taste and learn about the St. Lawrence:

Excursions at sea aboard the C-E Marin Exploramer : 4 themes offered daily by scientific animators(Discovery of the St. Lawrence, Laboratory on the Sea, Blue Fork introduction to sustainable fisheries and Sunset on the Haute-Gaspésie).

Dare to Taste explains how Quebec's commercial fisheries work and how to consume marine products sustainably, concluding with a tasting of 5 little-known local marine species.

Animated activities on the shore: Fish picking with access to fyke nets (fixed fishing gear), Guided walk on the beach to discover the species that live there, and Night stroll on the beach.

In summer 2025, Exploramer will inaugurate the St. Lawrence Shark Pavilion.

This is the site of the world's tallest vertical axis wind turbine. We discover the key moments in the development of wind energy in the province, a green energy whose importance and history are demonstrated through an immersive tour. The visit of the generator allows you to see and understand the operating systems and to appreciate the perspectives that new energies offer. Also on site: panoramic viewpoint, wind turbine parts. Upcoming projects: murals and art projects, light trails, permaculture workshops, etc.

Housed in the same building as Parks Canada's north reception, this little bistro is run by Griffon Aventure. It's the perfect place for breakfast or lunch with a view of the harbour, just before starting your visit to Forillon National Park (note that there's no park entrance fee to go to the bistro). You can also stock up on eggs, sandwiches, juice and beer. This is also the departure point for Havre de Forillon's sea cruises. You can also borrow fishing gear to catch mackerel.