Parc national de la Pointe-Taillon

Water sports fans will adore the 15 km of sand beaches on the shores of Lac Saint-Jean. Swimming is supervised in one zone only, near the Discovery and Visitors Centre in the Taillon sector.

Period: June 18 to August 15, 2010

Hikers use the 45-km cycling path network, which runs along Lac Saint-Jean and Rivière Péribonka, crosses a large peat bog and goes all the way around the peninsula. The trails are easy and are accessible to all age groups.
                          
Period: May 29 to October 11, 2010

Table of trails

Canoeing or sea kayaking on Lac Saint-Jean, Rivière Taillon or Rivière Péribonka is simply magical! You can rent canoes, kayaks and pedal boats in the Taillon Sector near the supervised beach.

Period: June 18 to September 6, 2010

The cycling network has a total of 45 km of cycling paths, 16 of which are linked to Véloroute des Bleuets. It runs along Lac Saint-Jean and Rivière Péribonka, crosses a large peat bog and goes all the way around the peninsula past Lac Askeen and Pointe Chevrette. The two-way paths allow you to come back on the same route. There are very few slopes, so the paths are easy and accessible to all age groups. Bicycles are also available for rent at the park rental centre.

Period: May 29 to October 11, 2010

Table of trails

A place for conservation and education, Parc national de la Pointe-Taillon is a laboratory in a natural setting. Come to class with our dedicated park wardens or welcome them to your school! The beauty, integrity, and cultural/historical characteristics of this territory have inspired recreational/educational activities. Aimed at young people in elementary or high school, these activities will help them get in touch with their environment, make them understand its fragility, and take them through a memorable real-world experience ...

Consult the brochure Explore. Discover. Learn (in French only) (pdf: 1.16 MB)