Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier, an unrivalled natural playground

Just a 30-minute drive from Québec City, Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier is a gorgeous national park home to one of the province’s most stunning glacier-carved valleys: Vallée de la Jacques-Cartier. The mountainous highlands, vast peaceful forest and river known for its exhilarating descents create a breathtaking setting where you can reconnect with nature on the water, in a tent or through an exploration activity.

Discover three ways to explore the Jacques Cartier River

If you like water sports, you will appreciate the three packages that let you descend the river at your own pace, led by experienced guides. Perfect for beginners, the Miniraft Experience will take you on an invigorating 8-kilometre descent. The Scenic Adventure package will have you discover the splendour of the valley, on a mix of calm waters and rapids, in a canoe or tandem kayak. The La Brunante River Ride package takes you on an adventure at dusk that is both physically demanding and meditative. No matter your age or experience level, a memorable river run awaits!

See nature and wildlife differently while canoe camping

Why not paddle toward adventure this summer? Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier is a top destination for canoe camping in a spectacular setting. Whether this is your first time or you are a big fan of this wonderful outdoor activity, travel the park’s canoeing routes with a dozen rustic campsites scattered here and there, perfect for a night under the stars.

Plus, there is a shuttle service to make your outing hassle-free. The river is accessible, the scenery is incredible, and tranquillity reigns from sunrise to moonrise!

Explore mysterious shelters under giant rocks

Perfect for couples, families or even a solo trip, follow a nature guide down into the fascinating world of the Sous les roches géantes (under the giant rocks) activity. You will be plunged into the geological history of the valley while going into its mysterious nooks and crannies.

Departing twice a day throughout the summer, this one-hour activity will take you through cool corridors and unusual passageways formed by imposing rock slabs covered in colourful moss. Enter a lush and fragile world, where protected nature reveals its hidden beauty.