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Parc national du Lac-Témiscouata lies on the territory of the RCM of Témiscouata in the Bas-Saint-Laurent tourism region. It is accessible by Route 185.
| Montréal | Québec | Rivière-du-Loup | Rimouski | Edmundston, Nouveau-Brunswick | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squatec sector: Petit-Lac-Touladi Visitors Centre | 521 km | 304 km | 97 km | 90 km | 97 km |
| St-Juste sector: De la Passerelle Visitors Centre | 503 km | 281 km | 79 km | 141 km | 65 km |
| Dégelis sector: Grands-Pins Visitors Centre | 519 km | 297 km | 95 km | 134 km | 43 km |
Important: pay particular attention to these coordinates, because the other GPS indications suggest not passable paths.
Important: Do not rely on the GPS indications, because it gives not passable paths.
From Quebec City:
From Rimouski:
From Edmundston (New Brunswick):
Take Highway 2 west. Continue on Autoroute 85 north. Take exit 40, toward Squatec, on Route 232 east. At the Squatec sector entrance, follow the signs for the park; the Anse-à-William campground is 23 km away.
Important: there are 2 entrances to the park. Take the one in the Dégelis sector.
From Quebec City:
From Rimouski:
From Edmunston (New Brunswick):
Important: Do not rely on the GPS indications, because it gives not passable paths.
9 km (Saint-Juste sector entrance) unpaved roads.
From Quebec City (2 options):
From Rimouski:
From Edmundston (New Brunswick):
Take Highway 2 west. Continue on Autoroute 85 north. Take exit 40, toward Squatec, on Route 232 east. At the Squatec sector entrance, follow the signs for the park; the Grand-Lac-Touladi campground is 24 km away.
Two level 2 charging stations are available at the Anse-à-William Discovery and Visitors Centre parking lot. Details
The park is open year-round. There's no services during winter. To better plan your activities, please note the operating period for the services in each sector.
Visitors Centre (Petit lac Touladi) - Administrative office
Services: reception and information, entry fee payment, Boutique Nature, small convenience store, first-aid services, washroom facility, picnic area, boat lauch ramp, Wi-Fi access, nautical equipment rental
Note: the bathrooms are open at all times from May 1 to November 30, 2023.
Periods:
Discovery and Visitors Centre (Anse à William)
Services: reception and information, registration for activities, hiking trails, Boutique Nature, small convenience store, first-aid services, washroom facility, equipment rental (canoe, kayak, pedal boat, stand-up paddle, bike), playground, picnic area, floating dock, terminal electric charging, , Wi-Fi access (only in the building), canoe and kayaking lauch ramp
Periods:
Self-registration year-round.
Visitors Centre (de la Passerelle)
Services: washroom facility, picnic area, hiking trail, cycling path
Period:
Self-registration year-round.
Visitors Centre (Grand-Lac-Touladi)
Services: registration and information, entry-fee payment, Boutique Nature shop, mini convenience store, first aid services, washroom facility, picnic area, playground, nature discovery trail, hiking trails, communal campfire area, community shelter, and canoe, kayak, pedal boat and stand-up paddle board rental, Wi-Fi access (in the mosquito shelter and Visitors Centre)
Periods:
Visitors Centre (Grands-Pins)
Services: registration and information, entry-fee payment, Boutique Nature shop, mini convenience store, first aid services, washroom facility, picnic area, playground, hiking trail, and canoe, kayak, pedal boat and stand-up paddle board rental
Periods:
Self-registration service is available all year round.
Pointe-au-sable (via Route 232)
Rang 4 Sud, Saint-Juste-du-Lac (Grande-Baie sector)
Winter: Vieux-Quai (Anse à William)
Whether you want to highlight your trip to Parc national du Lac-Témiscouata or to bring a souvenir home to your loved ones, you’ll find the perfect product at Boutique Nature! A wide range of souvenirs, clothing for adults and children, discovery products for youngsters, and outdoor items are available.
Before or after an activity, take a moment to quench your thirst and have a snack: nuts, chocolate, beverages, frozen treats and much more! You’ll also find a variety of useful products, such as firewood, fire starter, ice, marshmallow sticks, camping accessories, etc. We invite you to discover some of the local products Témiscouata region.
Types of equipment and rental dates may vary from sector to sector.
* Subject to availability, equipment for children may be borrowed free of charge (one day rental maximum).
Period: May 19 to October 9, 2023
To better plan your activities, please consult our family services.
The following areas offer access to the mobility-impaired:
About 10 km from the Visitors Centres, you’ll find the following services:
Prolong your cycling experience by taking Le Petit Témis bike path (stone dust). From Anse-à-Williams campground (Squatec sector), via the N. M. Corégone ferry.
From Grands-Pins campground (Dégelis sector): located at 5 km. Access to the Petit Témis bik path to enjoy more than 63 km (southern portion) of bike paths.
Saint-Juste du Lac/Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac (Notre-Dame du Lac sector). The ferry is accessible to all categories of vehicles, as well as to pedestrians and bikes. The average crossing time is 15 minutes. No booking is required, but passenger buses are encouraged to reserve in advance. For rates and schedules, visit traversedutemiscouata.com
Mailing address:
400, chemin de la Vieille-Route
P.O. Box 28
Squatec
(Québec)
G0L 4H0
Telephone : 418 855-5508
Fax : 418 855-5511
parc.lac-temiscouata@sepaq.com
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
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