Parc national du Bic
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A majestic natural site shaped by the sea. This area’s coast is more jagged than the rest of the shoreline and its mountainous massifs are higher than all others in the region. Parc National du Bic was created to protect and showcase the area’s natural features and exceptional flora.
Parc national du Bic
Paddle up the St. Lawrence
Parc National du Bic’s many islands and network of coves makes it one of the world’s premier destinations for kayaking. Find out where kayaking is permitted and enjoy the park in a unique way.
A biking adventure
As soon as you enter the park, you can leave your car behind and explore the park by bike. You’ll love exploring the changing landscapes as you cycle through the forest and along the coast. Bikes are available for the whole family at the Rivière-du-Sud-Ouest rental centre.
Sunset gazing
Experience the majesty of the St. Lawrence estuary as you’ve never seen it before by taking in one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. Get lost in the scents and sounds of the sea and the gentle lull of the maritime breeze. Enjoy the park at its most relaxing and peaceful time of day.
Admire the Raoul‑Roy lookout
This little-known lookout is easily accessible and offers a panoramic view of the river, mountains and islands that make up the park. It’s an ideal spring birdwatching destination for many species of migrating birds of prey. It’s also the starting point for the Les Murailles trail which leads to the famous Pic Champlain summit.
Experience the Les Anses trail
This intermediate level trail is sure to impress with its coastline dotted with islands, and landscape of massive boulders and verdant lichen. Through the various reference points, this trail invites you to take a moment and bathe in inner peace while exploring the outdoors.
Discover the park in winter
Winter in the park offers a peaceful atmosphere and majestic coastal landscapes. Hike, snowshoe, kicksled, ski or fat bike your way through the park. All trails will lead you to spectacular views of the St. Lawrence and its many islands.
Protected area.
Enriching nature experiences.
Québec’s national parks, guardians of countless treasures, offer a chance to connect with nature. Safeguard these protected areas so they can be cherished and enjoyed for generations to come.
Explo: a new game for young adventurers
This summer, a brand-new free geolocation-based game will allow your small fry to have fun and move about while discovering Quebec's national parks. The downloadable application will transform hiking into a challenging exploration mission for them, combining all sorts of nature challenges.
The game includes a version adapted to each parks for which it will be available, i.e. Aiguebelle, Bic, Jacques-Cartier, Mont-Mégantic, Plaisance, Mont-Saint-Bruno, Lac-Témiscouata, Yamaska, Mont-Orford, Mont-Tremblant, and Oka national parks.
Before your visit, download the Explo game on the App Store® and the Google Play StoreTM.