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Journal
Parc national de la
GASPÉSIE
English version 2012-2013
Seventy-five Years of Conserving Gaspésie’s Natural Heritage
The Parc national de la Gaspésie is celebrating its 75th anniversary. The legislation creating the park was passed on April 14, 1937. At that time, the legislature
identified four goals: protection of the panoramic views from Mont Albert and the Tabletop massif (now McGerrigle), conservation of salmon in the Rivière SainteAnne, conservation of woodland caribou, and development of tourism by building a lodge. In the following months, the land was explored and the first buildings
constructed at the foot of Mont Albert. Even the foundations of the Gîte du Mont-Albert were built. But a change of government and the outbreak of World War II
put a brake on conservation efforts and the park was gradually opened to logging and mining. Work on the park resumed in the late 1940s, and the Gîte du MontAlbert opened its doors to visitors in 1950. Some trails had been developed, but the main recreational activity was fishing.
In 1981, following public hearings, the borders of the Parc national de la Gaspésie were redrawn to their current limits, reducing the total area, but increasing the
level of protection. Conservation efforts were also updated, focusing more on ecosystems and endangered species.
Since 1977, the park has offered visitors nature discovery activities. That first embryonic program has since grown, offering something of interest to almost all
visitors. The varied activities showcase the most characteristic features of nature on the Gaspé Peninsula.
Today, 75 years since its founding and after more than 35 years of raising awareness about the importance of protecting the environment, the Parc national de la
Gaspésie is proud of its role as a pioneer in the conservation movement, which has since become a priority for people around the world.
Enjoy your stay at the Parc national de la Gaspésie, discovering its beauty and hidden secrets.
The Management Committee of the Parc national de la Gaspésie.
Contents
The Mission of Parcs Québec .................................4
Regulations .......................................................... 4
Entry Fees ............................................................. 5
Under the Stars or at a 4-Star Inn! ...................... 6
Predators on Centre Stage ................................ 10
Permanent Exhibits ............................................ 11
Mont Jacques-Cartier:
An Outing to a Protected Area ........................... 17
2011 Calendar of Activities ............................... 12
Mont Albert Sector ............................................ 18
Discovery Activities ........................................... 13
Hiking ................................................................. 19
General Map (Summer) ...................................... 14
Cross-country Skiing or Snowshoeing Map ...... 20
Campgrounds ..................................................... 16
Ski or Snowshoe Expeditions? ........................... 21
Discovery and Visitors Centre .............................. 7
Avalanche Risk Management ........................... 22
Protect and Discover
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Regulations
The Mission of Parcs Québec
With a view to achieving harmonious development at the cultural, social, economic and regional levels, Parcs Québec is responsible for the
conservation and development of territories that
are representative of Québec’s 43 natural regions
and exceptional sites, due notably to their biological diversity, while ensuring that they are accessible for educational and outdoor use.
All of Québec’s national parks were created in
accordance with World Conservation Union standards. A national park is a relatively vast area:
• that represents one or more ecosystems that
are moderately or not at all transformed by
exploitation;
• where animal and plant species, geomorphological sites and habitats are of particular
interest from a scientific, educational or recreational viewpoint, and that offers scenery of
great beauty;
• in which the highest competent authority of
the country has taken measures to eliminate
exploitation and to instill respect for the ecological, geomorphological or aesthetic aspects
on the whole;
• where a visit is authorized, under certain conditions, for educational, cultural or recreational
purposes.
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Anyone who uses the park
must:
• Have an access pass;
• Have a permit to stay in the park between
10 p.m. and 8 a.m.;
• Have a park fishing permit to practice this activity;
• Show these documents to park staff who ask
for them;
• Use only marked roads and trails;
• Engage only in activities offered at the specified places and times;
• Dispose of waste in containers designated for
this purpose.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For information or reservations, call
1-866-665-6527 or 1-866-727-2427
Or go directly to the Discovery and Visitors
Services Centre located in the Mont Albert sector.
In case of an emergency, call 911.
Via satellite phone: 1-418-724-0171
Don’t hesitate to consult our new Web site at
www.parcsquebec.com for more information
about the Quebec park network.
The Park journal is published by Parc national
de la Gaspésie (Parcs Québec), a park managed
by the Société des établissements de plein air du
Québec (SÉPAQ).
Parc national de la Gaspésie director:
François Boulanger
Coordination: Pascal Lévesque
Texts: Pascal Lévesque, Claude Isabel, François
Boulanger, David Dubreuil et Pierre-Luc Pelletier.
Furthermore, it is prohibited to:
• Damage, introduce or remove any natural element (wood, plants, bark, rocks);
Concept and graphic design: Audace
Translation and Revision: Hoff & Fortier
• Bring animals into the park (except guide dogs);
Photos: Denis Desjardins, Claude Isabel,
Pascal Lévesque, Marc l’Italien, François Boulanger,
Patrick Arsenault, Christian Lamontagne,
Jean-Pierre Huard, Mathieu Dupuis, André Desrosiers,
Alain Gagnon, Frédérick DeRoy, Philippe Henry,
Luc Rousseau, Archives nationales du Québec.
• Camp outside designated sites.
Printing: Solisco
• Kill, catch, wound, molest, harass, feed or tame
an animal;
You can do your part to protect the
natural environment by respecting the
regulations!
www.parcsquebec.com
Legal Deposit: 2012
Library and Archives Canada
ISSN 1927-999X (Print)
ISSN 1929-0004 (Online)
Entry Fees
All income from entry fees is reinvested in the parks in order to allow them to pursue their conservation
mission and improve Québec’s park network. Therefore, this measure is important not only for people who
come here today but also for future visitors.
Entry fees valid from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013
DAY PASS
1 PARK
ANNUAL PASS
1 PARK
ANNUAL PASS
ALL PARKS
Adult (18 or over)
$6.00
$30.00
$54.00
Child (6 to 17)
$2.75
$13.75
$24.75
Child (under 5)
Free
Free
Free
1 adult with children 6 to 17
$8.75
$43.75
$78.75
2 adults with children 6 to 17
$12.00
$60.00
$108.00
Organized adults group*
$5.25
N/A
N/A
Organized youth group (aged 6 to 17)
$2.25
N/A
N/A
Free
N/A
N/A
CATEGORY OR GROUP
MONT ALBERT
School or student group**
The prices, terms and services mentioned
in this newsletter are subject to change
without notice.
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ParcNationaldelaGaspesie
Taxes included. Park or Network card is valid for 12 months.
* One transaction for groups of at least fifteen people. | ** Quebec institution
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Under the Stars
or at a 4-Star Inn!
Peak Service!
The Gîte du Mont-Albert is open to all park visitors — sip an espresso in front of the fireplace, treat
yourself a massage in our spa pavilion or spend a gourmet evening enjoying our renowned table d’hôte.
Don’t hesitate to ask one of our representatives about the inn’s services. Come on in! We’re expecting you!
Auberge le Gîte du Mont-Albert
This inn has been renowned for gourmet regional cuisine since 1950. Whether for just one night or for a
whole week, there’s a package deal that’s right for you. The inn’s perfect blend of the great outdoors and
fine dining will delight you!
The Gîte du Mont-Albert Cabins
Accommodating parties of two to eight people, our twenty-three cottages are sure to please. Nestled in
the woods surrounding the inn, their unique style inspires relaxation and adventure. In addition to eighteen
fully-equipped cottages, most with kitchens and a spectacular view of Mont Albert, there are five smaller,
tastefully decorated cabins along the banks the Sainte-Anne River. Visit the Lodging section of the park’s
website for rates, terms and reservations.
Information and Reservations at the Gîte du Mont-Albert
1-866-727-2427 · www.gitedumontalbert.com
CHALET DU GÎTE
PAVILLON
CARIBOU
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GÎTE DU MONT-ALBERT
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Discovery and Visitors Centre
You’ll find everything you need here! Whether you want to book a campsite or hut, plan and prepare for
your excursions, or use our outdoor equipment rental services, you can count on us.
The Centre is also where you can begin to discover the park by:
• Visiting the thematic exhibit “A sea of mountains in the heart of the Gaspé Peninsula”;
• Participating in discovery activities and talks;
• Consulting field guides and specialised documents available to visitors.
At the centre, you will also find:
• Boutique Nature gift shop with regional handicrafts and a convenience store;
• An outdoor equipment rental service where you can rent appropriate footwear and equipment;
• Shower facilities and laundry facilities, so convenient when you’re on the road;
• Storage facilities where you can safely leave behind small or large objects you can’t take up the
mountain.
You will need several days to take full advantage of the variety of activities and the natural environment of Parc national de la Gaspésie. For more information or to book on-line, consult our web site at
www.parcsquebec.com
BOUTIQUE NATURE
Primitive camp sites
Accessible on foot for long-distance hikers (or by
canoe for canoe-camping), these secluded sites guarantee intimacy in a remarkable unspoiled wilderness setting. Self-supporting tents can be set up on
wooden platforms. There is a pit toilet near each site.
Campfires are prohibited.
Serviced campgrounds
Located in wooded areas, all sites can be reached
by car. Campers have access to a building with sanitation services. The park’s four campgrounds include
212 sites. The La Rivière campground now has
13 sites with electricity.
Huts
Visitors can book accommodation for one or more people. Huts are shared by different groups. Each hut is
equipped with a wood stove, table, chairs, beds with mattresses, and a kitchen counter. There are huts at
the campgrounds and several are also available along the long-distance hiking trails.
Lac-Cascapédia Cabins
Located on the lakeside, these cabins promise a comfortable and peaceful stay. The lighting, stove and
refrigerator run on propane. Dishes are provided, but not bedding.
Bistro Le Piedmont
Come admire imposing Mont Albert while enjoying the pleasures of the table in a relaxed atmosphere. Choose
from the daily menu, ask to have a box lunch prepared, or simply have a drink with friends on the terrace.
Information and Reservations at the Discovery and Visitors Centre
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Predators on Centre Stage
Geneviève Brosseau
Park Naturalist, Parc national de la Gaspésie
In 19th century Québec, the wolf was a feared bandit, despised by the general population. Public opinion
along the shores of the St. Lawrence River was typical of widespread views throughout North America: the
wolf’s wild nature and the fact that it competes directly with man, hunting game and killing livestock, made
it an animal to be eliminated at all costs. In 1831, the government of Lower Canada (modern-day southern
Québec and Labrador) adopted a law encouraging the destruction of wolves based on a bounty system.
Consequently, wolves were killed indiscriminately, whether or not they had attacked livestock. At that time,
the bounty – two pounds and ten shillings for each pair of wolf ears – was a powerful incentive! Wolves
were completely eliminated from the south shore of the St. Lawrence between 1850 and 1900, through the
combined effects of the eradication campaigns, the proliferation of villages, road construction and logging.
Surprising as this combination of circumstances
may sound, the current success of the coyote
highlights both the species’ fantastic adaptability and man’s role as a super-predator capable
of modifying his environment. This role remains
critical in our efforts to both wisely manage the
environment and understand predators in order
to manage their populations while working to
conserve diverse species.
During this same period, coyotes from the plains of the American Midwest moved beyond their original
range. As documented in the literature, the territorial expansion of the coyote over the last 90 years has
been dramatic, even explosive. Coyotes were first seen in the Gaspésie in 1973 and reached the Parc
national de la Gaspésie in the early 1980s. It should not have been a surprise that the elimination of wolves
by man left a vacant ecological niche in forested and mixed agricultural environments perfect for coyotes.
They are now at the top of the food chain. Currently, coyotes are having a significant impact on the caribou
of the Parc national de la Gaspésie, mainly because the caribou population is small and isolated. The fawns
are prey to the coyotes until they reach six months of age, and the likelihood of the two meeting is higher
in some areas of the park during that crucial period.
Bibliography
Ironically, the same intensification of human activities that resulted in a drastic reduction in the woodland
caribou’s range also constituted a major advantage for the coyote. Indeed, logging and land clearing in
North America have improved the quality of the coyote’s habitat. The coyote followed the path thus opened
to reach the Gaspésie. In fact, the coyote is the most successful colonizing mammal in recent history. Along
the way, the coyote has shown a surprising ability to adapt: when they enter a new territory, the bestadapted individuals survive and reproduce, despite any constraints of their new environment. The net effect
of their eastward progression is that eastern coyotes are larger and very robust, with a more massive skull
and powerful musculature that makes them better adapted to catching larger prey like white-tailed deer.
Some female coyotes in the Great Lakes region even mated with wolves. The wolf genes carried by the
offspring introduced genetic variability that was advantageous for the affected individuals and, at the very
least, favoured the success of some coyote populations in colonizing new territory.
Articles:
FENER, Heather, et.al., Chronology of range expansion of the
coyote, Canis latrans, in New York. Canadian Field-naturalist,
119 (1), 2005, p. 1-5.
GOMPER, Matthew E., Top Carnivores in the Suburbs? Ecological and Conservation Issues Raised by Colonization of
North-Eastern North America. BioScience, Vol. 52, No. 2,
2002, p. 185-190.
KAYS, Roland, et al., Rapid adaptive evolution of northeastern
coyotes via hybridization with wolves. Biology Letters, Vol. 6,
2010, p. 89-93.
WHEELDON, Tyler, et al., Colonization history and ancestry of
northeastern coyotes. Biology Letters, Vol. 6, 2010, p. 246-247.
Books:
BOISJOLY, Dominic. 2006. Sélection de l’habitat par le coyote,
Canis latrans, dans le contexte de la conservation du caribou
de la Gaspésie [Coyote habitat selection in the Gaspésie].
Dissertation submitted within the wildlife and habitat management program, Université du Québec à Rimouski, 52 pages.
HÉNAULT, M. and H. JOLICOEUR. 2003. Les loups au Québec:
Meutes et mystères [The wolves of Québec]. Société de la
faune et des parcs du Québec, Direction de l’aménagement
de la faune des Laurentides et Direction du développement
de la faune, 129 pages.
ISABEL, Claude, Version révisée 2009. Synthèse des connaissances [Summary of current knowledge]. Parc national de la
Gaspésie, Réseau de la Sépaq, 262 pages.
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Permanent Exhibits
CENTRE DE DÉCOUVERTE DU MONT JACQUES-CARTIER
PERMANENT EXHIBITS
A sea of mountains in the heart
of the Gaspé Peninsula
ACTIVITY
DATES
May 18 to October 8, 2012
December 26, 2012 to April 21, 2013
DURATION
FEE
MEETING PLACE
30 min.
Free
The Caribou… of the Gaspé!
June 24 to September 30, 2012
30 min.
Free
DATES
DURATION
FEE
MEETING PLACE
1st cycle,
Québec’s national parks:
During the school year
secondary school Protected areas
60-75 min.
NETWORK SCHOOL PROGRAM
CLIENTELE
ACTIVITY
$100.00 / class
At school
PARK SCHOOL PROGRAM
CLIENTELE
All levels
ACTIVITY
Adapted according to
level and needs
DATES
June 4 to 23 and
August 27 to October 20, 2012
A sea of mountains in the heart of the
Gaspé Peninsula
The varied landscape of this glacier-carved sea
of mountains includes stone fields, high plateaus, ridges and deep valleys. The wind blows
year-round here, sometimes with great force, and
snow is more abundant in the Chic-Chocs than
anywhere else in Quebec, lingering until late
summer. The wildlife and plants resemble those
of arctic regions. And wherever you look, majestic
panoramas beckon.
DURATION
Variable
FEE
MEETING PLACE
According to the length
Meet at Discovery and Visitors Centre
of the activity
Mont Jacques-Cartier
Discovery Centre
Caribou... in the Gaspésie!
On the surrounding mountains lives the last herd
of caribou south of the St. Lawrence River. Following just a few simple guidelines will help
protect the immense value of this endangered
woodland caribou population: explore their habitat without disturbing it; keep your distance when
observing caribou; and learn about their habitat
and their needs. The Parc national de la Gaspésie relies on everyone’s goodwill, at all times, to
help protect these rare animals. Thanks for your
cooperation!
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2011 Calendar of Activities
ABRI LES RABOUGRIS, MONT ALBERT
JUNE 25 TO AUGUST 19, 2012
DAY
TIME
ACTIVITY
TYPE OF ACTIVITY
12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. A land of contrasts*
Talk
Daily
12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. Experience the Far North*
Talk
Daily
8 p.m.
Chic-Chocs Expedition
Multimedia presentation
Monday
Changing times, changing
8 p.m.
Tuesday
Theatrical presentation
values
8 p.m.
Summit meetings
A playful multi-media presentation
Wednesday
8 p.m.
Treasures to cherish
Thursday
8 p.m.
Tiny titans
Theatrical presentation
Friday
8 p.m.
Summit meetings
Saturday
8 p.m.
Mountain revelations
Sunday
Between 10 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday,
Through the ages
Talk
and 12 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday
Between 2:30
Monday, Tuesday, WedFrom rocks and ice!
Talk
nesday, Friday & Saturday p.m. and 4 p.m.
* There is a park warden-naturalist available at the summit to talk to you from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
JULY 10 TO AUGUST 24, 2012 LAC CASCAPÉDIA SECTOR
Mardi et vendredi
8 p.m.
In the land of the Chic-Chocs
Sunday, Tuesday,
3 p.m.
Go with the flow*
Wednesday & Friday
Sunday & Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
As the wind drops*
Stories and legends
Boating excursion Rabaska canoe
Boating excursion Rabaska canoe
45 min.
45 min.
60 min.
FEE
Free
Free
Free
MEETING PLACE
Les Rabougris shelter, Mont Albert
Éole shelter, Mont Jacques-Cartier
60 min.
Free
75 min.
75 min.
40 min.
75 min.
75 min.
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
15 min.
Free
Summit of Mont Ernest-Laforce
15 min.
Free
Lac aux Américains
DURATION
60 min.
Free
Lac Cascapédia
$13.50 adults
90 min.
Lac Cascapédia
$6.75 children
$13.50 adults
90 min.
Lac Cascapédia
$6.75 children
* Number of places limited, registration required
AUGUST 20 TO SEPTEMBER 2, 2012
Sun., Mon., Tues., Thurs.,
Talk
Frid. and Sat.
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. Experience the Far North*
Talk
& Saturday
Between 10 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday,
Through the ages
Talk
and 12 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday
Between 2:30
Monday, Tuesday, WedFrom rocks and ice!
Talk
nesday, Friday & Saturday p.m. and 4 p.m.
8 p.m.
Multimedia presentation
Monday
8 p.m.
Summit meetings
Wednesday
8 p.m.
Treasures to cherish
Friday
8 p.m.
Summit meetings
Saturday
8 p.m.
Mountain revelations
Sunday
* There is a park warden-naturalist available at the summit to talk to you from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 3 TO 22, 2012
Sun., Mon., Tues., Thurs.,
Talk
Frid. and Sat.
Sunday, Monday, Tues12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. Experience the Far North*
Talk
day, Friday & Saturday
Sunday, Monday, TuesBetween 10 a.m.
day, Wednesday, Friday &
Through the ages
Talk
and 12 p.m.
Saturday
Between 2:30
Sun., Mon., Tues.,
From rocks and ice!
Talk
Wednes. Thurs. and Sat. p.m. and 4 p.m.
45 min.
Free
45 min.
Free
15 min.
Free
15 min.
Free
Lac aux Américains
60 min.
75 min.
75 min.
75 min.
75 min.
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
45 min.
Free
45 min.
Free
15 min.
Free
15 min.
Free
Lac aux Américains
$22 adults
Discovery activity about the moose
3 hours $11.00 children Meet at Discovery and Visitors Centre
and its habitat
12 and under
5 p.m.
Saturday
Stories and legends
60 min.
Free
Gîte du Mont-Albert
* There is a park warden-naturalist available at the summit to talk to you from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | ** Number of places limited, registration required
Sunday, Wednesday &
Friday
12
3 hours before
sunset
The Valley of the Kings**
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Discovery Activities (available in French only)
ACTIVITÉ AU FIL DE L’EAU
SEPTEMBER 23 TO OCTOBER 7, 2012
September 23, 29 and 30 12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.
September 23, 29 and 30 12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Between 10 a.m.
October 1, 5, 6, 7
and 12 p.m.
and 8
Between 2:30
October 1, 5, 6, 7
p.m. and 4 p.m.
and 8
A land of contrasts*
Experience the Far North*
Talk
Talk
45 min.
45 min.
Free
Free
Through the ages
Talk
15 min.
Free
From rocks and ice!
Talk
15 min.
Free
Lac aux Américains
$22 adults
3 hours $11.00 children Meet at Discovery and Visitors Centre
12 and under
5 p.m.
Saturday
Stories and legends
60 min.
Free
Gîte du Mont-Albert
* There is a park warden-naturalist available at the summit to talk to you from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | ** Number of places limited, registration required
Sunday, Wednesday &
Friday
3 hours before
sunset
The Valley of the Kings**
Discovery activity about the
moose and its habitat
On the mountain
At Lac Cascapédia
Experience the Far North
Go with the Flow
Why go 1,000 km further when the far North is
right at hand? Alpine tundra awaits you on the 2nd
highest mountain in Québec. With a park-warden
naturalist at your side, you will truly get the most
out of an unforgettable day.
Let me show you the largest lake in the park.
Young, healthy, and with its own personality: lac
Cascapédia. Let’s take the rabaska canoe and go
discover this fascinating ecosystem.
Through the Ages
At the end of the day, let’s go out on the lake in
a canoe, waiting for that special moment – twilight. The night slowly envelops us. The wind dies
down. And everything is changed. The light trans-
It’s not obligatory, but if you spend a short time
with a park warden-naturalist at the top of Mont
Ernest-Laforce, the landscape will be revealed
and you will go away feeling delighted by this
unassuming exchange.
From Rocks and Ice
Take advantage of the presence of a park warden-naturalist and learn in just a few moments all
about the rich history of one of the most spectacular glacial cirques in Québec, the Lac aux Américains.
The Valley of the Kings
The boreal forest is a dynamic and diversified ecosystem, which is the typical habitat of the world’s
largest cervidae: his Majesty, the Moose. Accompanied by a park warden-naturalist, you will find
out why Parc national de la Gaspésie has one of
the highest moose densities in Québec. While
discovering this part of the moose’s kingdom, you
might even be lucky enough to encounter one.
A Land of Contrasts
The Mont Albert plateau is an exceptional and
much appreciated oasis in the heart of the
immense boreal forest of the Gaspesian massif.
Accompanied by a park warden-naturalist, you
will discover an unusual environment that exists
nowhere else in the world and learn to understand
the origin, beauty and uniqueness of these extraordinary surroundings.
As the Wind Drops
At the Discovery and Visitors
Centre
Treasures to Cherish
In 1937, no-one imagined that Parc national de
la Gaspésie harboured so many phenomena and
species, as rare and precious as… the apple of
your eye. During this activity, a park warden-naturalist will show you many of the park’s rare and
unique elements. So this is an ideal opportunity to
learn while having a good time.
Summit Meetings
This is one of the reasons why Parc national de la
Gaspésie exists. It is one of the finest examples
of the region’s unique nature. It is endangered.
You will learn about the caribou population of the
Gaspé and its secrets. Come and discover this
ambassador, this friend facing a precarious future.
Changing Times, Changing Values
From the first occupants to today’s visitors, a number of people have left their mark on Parc national
de la Gaspésie, and during this activity they take
turns telling their stories.
forms our surroundings with a multitude of subtle
and surprising effects. Being on the lake at sunset
creates memories to be treasured for years.
In the Land of the Chic-Chocs
This evening, ride on the wings of tales and
legends right to the heart of the Chic-Chocs. Listen to tales of legendary adventure, as the voice
of Alphonsine or Prospère Pelletier leads you into
the wilderness. A voice in your ear and many pictures in your mind. A real vacation!
Tiny Titans
This theatrical activity will introduce you to the
main inhabitants of the alpine tundra of the
Gaspesian massif. They will reveal their secrets
and help you understand why they thrive where
almost nothing can survive.
Mountain Revelations
From the creation of the Appalachians to our time,
witness in person the formation of the monts ChicChocs and McGerrigle. This activity will show you
the geology of the Gaspé Peninsula massif in an
original way. Sketches, lay-outs and samples will
let you discover yet another part of the wealth of
the Parc national de la Gaspésie.
Embark on an adventure covering over 100 km, the
Great Trek across the Parc national de la Gaspésie.
On the trail, look, listen and discover your natural
surroundings. This expedition lasting several days
will give you a few ideas that you can use on your
future hiking trips.
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General Map (Summer)
Parc national de
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MONT JOSEPH-FORTIN
la Gaspésie
Detailed map available
at the Discovery and
Visitor Centre.
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Campgrounds
CAMPING AMÉNAGÉ
CAMPING DE LA RIVIÈRE
Park regulations for campers
While you are camping in the park, you must:
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• Finish setting up camp before 10 p.m.;
• Leave your campsite in the condition in which
you found it;
• Dispose of your garbage and recyclable material in the appropriate bins. They are located at
the campground entrance;
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• Set up your camp only in the designated portion
of your campsite as indicated on your camping
permit. Two tents are permitted at a single
campsite;
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• Avoid feeding the animals; they can become
dependent on humans and maybe even aggressive;
• Vacate your campsite no later than 3 p.m. on
the day of your departure.
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Anyone who fails to comply with these regulations can be
expelled without a refund.
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• Always use the campground washrooms;
• Leave the wood (dead or alive) in the underbrush;
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• Keep your food in your car, out of the reach of
wild animals;
• Use only the campsite assigned to you;
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• Make campfires only in the designated place;
• Put the tear-off portion of your visitor’s permit
on the numbered post of your campsite;
• Respect the curfew in effect from 11 p.m. to
8 a.m.;
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• Be aware of and comply with park regulations;
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Additional information
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• At the Mont-Albert, Rivière and Lac-Cascapédia campgrounds, you need
quarters (25¢) to run the showers in the comfort stations;
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18
• If you have problems, contact the Discovery and Visitors Centre (after business hours, contact the Gîte du Mont-Albert, which is open around the
clock);
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• In the event of an emergency, call 911.
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CAMPING MONT-ALBERT
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36
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CAMPING DU LAC-CASCAPÉDIA
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33
61
37
113
114
29
33
55
82
80
58
17
15
77
45
76
75
46
18
51
47
49
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5
23
21
72
66
73
69
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19
25
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28
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29
42
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64
66
40
17
65
67
41
71
14
16
30
8
4
6
1
15
2
3
7
70
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Pic du Brûlé
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13
68
43
nnem
o
Stati
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67
48
39
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44
45
46
47
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25
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60
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27
13
63
35
30
10
50 52
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78
62
48
79
60
61
53
44
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Refuges
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59
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14
16
42
41
81
53
56
31
40
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28
39
55
57
59
62
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112
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CAMPING RUSTIQUE
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An Outing to a Protected Area
The following rules
govern access to
• Going off marked trails is prohibited.
• Hiking on the Mont Jacques-Cartier trail is
authorised only from June 24 to September 30
inclusively.
Mont Jacques-Cartier is the second highest summit in Québec after Mont d’Iberville, in the Torngats. It
is an essential habitat in the main living area of the Gaspésie caribou and the best place to observe this
mammal.
It has now been acknowledged that the presence of hikers in the caribou’s habitat definitely has an impact.
The extent of this impact is hard to assess, but everyone agrees that wildlife observation must not disturb
the species involved.
June 24 to September 30
• Hiking on the Mont Jacques-Cartier trail is
authorised only between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• It is forbidden to begin your hike before the
authorized time.
DEPARTURE
The trail is composed exclusively of rocks. We
strongly recommend you wear hiking boots. One
third of the route crosses bare land: there are
no trees, nothing to protect you from the often
adverse weather conditions. Ask park staff for
advice when planning your excursion.
Trailhead
9 a.m.
4 p.m.
Adults:
Children:
Families:
$14.75
$11.25
$40.75
10 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
2:15 p.m.
3 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Adults:
Children:
Families:
$6.00
$4.75
$16.75
8 a.m.
5 p.m.
Adults:
Children:
Families:
$6.00
$4.75
$16.75
Discovery and
Visitors Centre
Shuttle
Mont
Jacques-Cartier
campground
Trailhead
Public transit
Tourist bureau
in Sainte-Annedes-Monts
Discovery
and Visitors
Centre
• The return trip must be completed during the
above-mentioned times.
The Trail
RETURN
TIMES
Bus
• Departures are not permitted after noon.
A park warden makes sure these rules are respected; ask him or her to find out when you should
head back down the mountain.
DEPARTURE
TIMES
ARRIVAL
FEE*
* Taxes not included.
Turn to page 19 for a description of the trail.
Public Transit
to the Trailhead
Every day, a bus leaves the Discovery and Visitors
Centre for the Mont Jacques-Cartier campground
and then provides shuttle service between the
campground and the trailhead. The service is
offered on a round-trip basis.
You cannot use your own vehicle to reach
the trailhead.
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Hiking
MONT ALBERT
The Parc national de la Gaspésie has a wide array of trails for you to choose from: anything from a 30-minute
walk to a 10-day expedition. The many opportunities for day hikes are described in the following table.
DESTINATION
DIFFICULTY
Get a copy of the topographical map of the park or
visit our web site to find out about the itineraries
for backpacking trips with overnight stays in a hut
or your own tent.
LENGTH (KM)
VERTICAL DROP (M)
DURATION
TYPE
DATES FOR 2012 SEASON
La chute Sainte-Anne
1.7
Low
30 min.
Round trip
All year
La Lucarne
2.5
80
1 hour
Circuit
All year
La Saillie
3.4
190
1 hour 30 min.
Round trip
All year
7
120
3 hours
Round trip
May 19 to November 30
La Serpentine
12.6
360
4 hours
Round trip
Le mont Albert (La Montée)
11.4
850
5 hours
Round trip
Le tour du mont Albert
17.4
870
6 - 8 hours
Circuit
Le lac aux Américains
2.6
80
1 hour 30 min
Round trip
Le mont Ernest-Laforce
4.5
155
2 hours
Circuit
Le mont Jacques-Cartier (p.17)
8.3
465
4 - 5 hours
Round trip
Le mont Xalibu
10.7
540
5 - 6 hours
Round trip
Le mont Joseph-Fortin
9.8
490
4 hours
Round trip
Le mont Richardson
11.5
705
6 hours
Round trip
13.2
430
5 hours
Circuit
June 9 to October 15
11,8
370
4 hours
Round trip
June 9 to October 15
La Serpentine
9.8
260
3 hours 30 min.
Round trip
Le mont Olivine
8.6
365
4 hours
Round trip
DEPARTURE FROM DISCOVERY AND VISITORS CENTRE
La chute du Diable
DEPARTURE FROM THE MCGERRIGLES SECTOR (ROUTE 16)
DEPARTURE FROM LAC CASCAPÉDIA
Le pic du Brûlé
DEPARTURE FROM COUPE-FEU PARKING LOT
Le pic de l’Aube
DEPARTURE FROM RUISSEAU ISABELLE PARKING LOT
Easy: Low vertical drop, short distance, no particular equipment required
Intermediate: Moderate vertical drop or long distance, no special equipment required
Difficult: Significant vertical drop, route through mountainous terrain, preparation and good physical condition required
Trail opening and closing dates are established by regulation. However, certain trails may open later
than planned or be temporarily closed. We recommend you contact park staff to get an update on trail
conditions at the beginning and near the end of the season.
To protect the natural environment and for your own safety, it is prohibited to use a trail that
is closed.
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REFUGE MONT ALBERT
Cross-country Skiing and
Snowshoeing Map
SENTIER DU PORTAGE
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Ski or Snowshoe Expeditions?
LA SAILLIE
Winter activities are authorised from December 1 to April 30
DESTINATION
DEPARTURE POINT
DEGREE OF
DIFFICULTY
LENGTH
(KM)
VERTICAL
DURATION
DROP (M)
TYPE
SNOWSHOEING
La chute Sainte-Anne
DVC
1.7
Low
45 min.
Round trip
La Lucarne
DVC
2.5
80
1 hours
Circuit
La Saillie
DVC
3.4
190
2 hours
Round trip
La chute du Diable
DVC
7
120
2h-3h
Round trip
Les Panaches
DVC
6.5
220
2h-3h
Circuit
La Serpentine
DVC
12.6
360
5 hours
Round trip
Le mont Olivine
DVC
12
445
5h-5h
Round trip
DVC
18
460
7h-8h
Round trip
Le ruisseau du Portage
DVC (red trail)
10.4
260
5 hours
Circuit
La Serpentine
Ruisseau Isabelle
9.8
260
4 hours
Round trip
Le mont Olivine
Ruisseau Isabelle
8.6
365
4 hours
Round trip
Le champs de Mars
Réserve Chic-Chocs
5.2
395
3 hours
Round trip
Le mont Hog’s Back
Réserve Chic-Chocs
6.4
450
4 hours
Round trip
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING (GROOMED TRAILS)
Le camping
DVC (green trail)
4.3
Low
1 h 30
Round trip
Les Fourches
DVC (blue trail)
5.3
Low
1 h 30
Circuit
Le ruisseau du Portage
DVC (red trail)
9.4
260
3 hours
Circuit
DVC
17.3
460
5 hours
Circuit
NORDIC SKIING
Le Petit-Saut
La Grande Fosse
Intersection of
Highways 11 & 299
Intersection of
Highways 11 & 299
MONT OLIVINE
7.6
Low
2 h 30
19.6
Low
6h-7h
Round trip
Try an outing during the
winter season in Parc
national de la Gaspésie!
Circuit
La Serpentine
Ruisseau Isabelle
9.8
260
3 hours
Round trip
A visit… of a quite different nature!
La Grande Cuve
Ruisseau Isabelle
17
695
5h-6h
Round trip
Le mont
Blanche-Lamontagne
Réserve Chic-Chocs
15.7
625
6 hours
Circuit
Le champs de Mars
Réserve Chic-Chocs
5.2
395
2 h 30
Round trip
Le mont Hog’s Back
Réserve Chic-Chocs
6.4
450
3 h 30
Round trip
Discover the new snowshoe trail: le sentier des
Panaches. Who wouldn’t be thrilled by a snowshoe hike up Mont Olivine or a ski excursion to
Lac aux Américains? Our trail network extends to
Mont Hog’s Back, Mont Blanche-Lamontagne and
the Champs de Mars trails in the Chic-Chocs wildlife reserve.
Le mur
des Patrouilleurs
Ruisseau Isabelle
10.7
725
4 hours
Round trip
La Grande Cuve
Ruisseau Isabelle
17
695
5h-6h
Round trip
GLIDE SPORTS
DVC:
Easy:
Short distance and low vertical drop.
You can do skiing and telemarking in the snowfields. However, inside the park you must stay on
the authorised snowfields, such as the Mur des
Patrouilleurs and the Grande Cuve. Going outside
these zones or off the trails is prohibited to protect the area.
Intermediate: Moderate vertical drop or long distance.
Difficult:
Significant vertical drop, technical trail through mountainous terrain, good physical condition,
preparation and special equipment required, inappropriate areas for inexperienced skiers.
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The Importance of Planning
a Mountain Trip
By the Centre d’avalanche de la Haute-Gaspésie
Trip planning is essential for managing avalanche risk and other backcountry hazards. The process helps
you make informed decisions when choosing a destination, based on the difficulties and risks of the route,
the experience and expectations of the members of your group, the available equipment, and of course,
the weather and avalanche conditions.
The first step is research to gather all the information you need to identify one or more routes appropriate
for the group. Get informed by perusing the listings of available activities, books and guides, magazine
articles, maps of the area and Google Earth, in addition to consulting the park staff and people who know
the area. Make sure that the chosen destination meets the expectations of the group and is suited to their
experience and ability.
The second step is preparation to document your chosen route. How difficult is it? How long? What is the
elevation change? Is it possible to backtrack? What are the possible risks, such as avalanche-prone slopes
and bodies of water, the chances of getting lost and the distance from rescuers in case of accident? At this
stage, a trip plan and itinerary should be established, taking into account the characteristics of the route.
Individual and group equipment (first aid, avalanche safety, communication, navigation, repair, clothing,
food and water, etc.) should also be prepared and checked to make sure it is all in working order.
The last step is a final check the day before or the morning of departure. Check the latest forecasts for the
weather, snow conditions and avalanche risk, and then use this information to decide whether to modify
the planned route. Once the itinerary is finalized, give it to someone who is not going on the trip, so they
can alert rescuers if needed. The group should also agree on a leader, usually the most experienced person,
who will be able to handle unforeseen situations and make critical decisions if needed.
© Luc Rousseau
After all these steps, you’re finally ready to go! But bear in mind that the mountains are wilderness and
they are not patrolled in winter. To make sure that they remain a safe place to enjoy, the Centre d’avalanche
recommends that you take avalanche safety and first aid classes, make sure you have the necessary equipment and know how to use it, and check the weather forecast before heading out. If you feel uncertain, a
professional guide can choose the best route for you and help ensure your safety in the mountains.
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