Hiking
Boisé de la Pointe St-Gilles
Located in the heart of the Marquette sector in Baie-Comeau, the Boisé is a true haven of peace where residents love to go for walks.
With 11 kilometers of trails of varying difficulty, it's easy to create an itinerary based on the time you have. The trails crisscross different environments, sometimes forest, coastal, or marine.
Our favorite trails are the Cliff Trail, which overlooks Champlain Beach, the South Side Trail, and the Flank Trail. These three trails offer beautiful views of the St. Lawrence River.
Sentiers des Embruns
The Embruns Trail is located in the heart of the town of Baie-Comeau. The trail stretches for approximately 21 km along the St. Lawrence River and its beaches. The trail is accessible to all, whether hiking or snowshoeing. It is separated by sections that lead to the town's streets.
The main entry point is located at the intersection of Amédée and Bossé Streets. A bridge over the Amédée River will take you to the trailhead. Several access points are also available to divide the trail for shorter hikes.
Pointe-aux-Outardes Nature Park
Marked trails, boardwalks, gazebos, and relaxation areas, as well as observation towers, will charm you! Along certain trails, you'll find more information about the park's history and ecosystems, thanks to several interpretive panels.
You will notice the scenery and smells changing with every step you take!
All our trails are beginner-level, ranging from 0.8 to 5 kilometers. There are four loops: the Discoverer (0.8 km), the Contemplative (1.8 km), the Explorer (2.5 km), and the Adventurer (5 km).
Glacial Lake Tour
The Tour du Lac Glaciaire trail forms a loop of just over 7 km. The trailhead is from the parking lot. This is followed by a rather unremarkable four-wheel trailhead. Keep going; it's worth it.
It is when you reach Glaciaire Lake that the path narrows and moves away from Route 138. The rest of the trail along the lake continues to a magnificent panorama of St-Pancrace Bay, then runs along a waterfall, returns to the banks of the pond and then climbs to offer a final, splendid view of Glaciaire Lake and the river.
Franquelin Cross Trail
The trail is a 2.5-kilometer round trip. Its difficulty is moderate, mainly due to its 150-meter elevation gain. Steep for the first few hundred meters, the trail gradually becomes more gentle as it climbs.
The path consists of large stone slabs for long stretches. In wet weather, caution is advised as these slabs can become slippery.
Park at the Village Forestier d'Antan in Franquelin. Walk to the village center and take Rue des Bouleaux. The trail begins at the end of the street. The markers are very clear.
Interpretation panels mark the route.