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Acropole-des-Draveurs: changes to summit departure and descent times as of September 1 Details
Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie is in the Charlevoix tourism region. You can get there on Route 138 via the village of Saint-Aimé-des-Lacs.
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Montréal |
Québec |
La Malbaie |
Baie Saint-Paul |
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Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitors Centre |
414 km |
162 km |
48 km |
75 km |
Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie is situated on the north shore, 170 km from Québec in Charlevoix's countryside. One can reach the park along Route 138 by driving through the village of St-Aimé-des-Lacs, via rue Principale. It takes about half an hour (27 km) to arrive at Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitor Centre.
A transportation service is offered by Navette Nature from Quebec.
The park is open year-round. The park entry fee must be paid at the self-registration posts or online.
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A comprehensive food service offers local Charlevoix products. Why not treat yourself to a delicious smoked salmon panini, a smoked pork sandwich, or smoked trout pasta, topped off by a beer from the Charlevoix microbrewery? We’re looking forward to your visit! Other services: convenience store, dining room, outdoor terrace, Boutique Nature and locker rental. The food service is closed from October 11, 2022 to May 19, 2023.
Important: The days and hours of operation of the Draveur Visitors Centre may vary without notice due to a lack of staff.
Convenience store
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Food service
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The following buildings offer access to the mobility-impaired:
A vast array of souvenirs, clothing for adults and children, discovery products, and outdoor articles is offered at the Boutique Nature stores, located at the Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitors Centre and Le Draveur Visitors Centre.
* Subject to availability, equipment for children may be borrowed free of charge (one day rental maximum).
Period: May 19 to October 9, 2023
Period: May 19 to October 9, 2023
Charlevoix is renowned for the quality and diversity of its products: smoked salmon, deli meats, duck, cheese, beer, and more. After a sustained climb, come and taste a selection of these products at Du Draveur Visitors Centre, a favorite place to take a break and relax. A breathtaking view, the sound of the river, and the exquisite taste of an enticing selection of Charlevoix local products… absolute bliss for one and all!
To preserve the integrity of this magnificent territory by limiting automobile traffic, Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie has set up a shuttle service between the Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitor Centre and Le Draveur Visitors Centre during summer. No dogs allowed in the shuttle.
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Shuttle (free service) - Summer |
The shuttle runs continuously between the Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitors Centre and Le Draveur Visitors Centre, an 8 km trip, one way. During the trip, the shuttle makes stops at all the hiking trailheads and at the entrance to Le Cran and Pin-Blanc campgrounds. When the shuttle is in operation, all customers (day visitors and campers) must use it to travel within the park. Dogs are not allowed in the shuttle. To find out what options are available to you, please contact us by phone at 418-439-1227 or ask for more information when you arrive at the park. Exceptions: Campers at L’Équerre campground, campers attending evening discovery activities, visitors who are mobility impaired, and visitors with special access permission may travel with their vehicles. |
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Campers staying in the Cran and Pin-Blanc campgrounds |
Campers staying in the Cran and Pin-Blanc campgrounds can use this section of the road to go to their campsites. From there, visitors can get around in the park by cycling, walking or taking the shuttle. |
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Campers at L'Équerre campground |
L'Équerre campers must park their car at Le Draveur Visitors Centre for the lenght of their stay, at the location identified L'Équerre. From Le Draveurs Visitors Centre, they can get to L’Équerre by bicycle, on foot or by canoe. |
You can pay for your purchases and make payments by credit or debit card at the Discovery and Visitors Centres, as well as at the equipment rental centre.
The park is not serviced by any telephone (no land line or cell phone access). A cellular amplifier is located on the wall of the electric shed next to the wood shed in the cabins sector and on the wood shed at the Cran campground. Wi-Fi network available at the Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitors Centre, as well as at the Le Draveur Visitors Centre.
To better plan your activities, please consult our family services.
In the village of Saint-Aimé-des-Lacs, about 28 km from the park, you'll find:
Administrative Office:
25 Boulevard Notre-Dame
Clermont
(Québec)
G4A 1C2
Telephone : 418 439-1227
Fax : 418 439-1228
Geographic coordinates of the Félix-Antoine-Savard Discovery and Visitors Centre:
47° 51' 15'' N 70° 25' 47'' W
Regulations are in effect in Québec national parks. Before going to a national park, check the main rules and recommendations to better plan your visit. Details
Since May 17, 2019, dogs are allowed. However, they are only allowed in certain areas. Check out the applicable rules and authorized sites.
Guide dogs and service dogs are allowed everywhere. Other pets are still prohibited in national parks.
Companion Leisure Card (CAL) holders may be accompanied free of charge by one person during a visit in a Québec national park. Find out more
Nautical circuit map (in French only)
KML files
To view the KML files, you must have the Google Earth software on your computer.
Trail - La Chute-du-Ruisseau-Blanc
Trail - L'Acropole-des-Draveurs
GPX files
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(in French only)
According to the available data, the lakes maps may present various information such as bathymetry or sites favorable to fishing.
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