Laurentides Wildlife Reserve is a vast protected wilderness area between Québec City and Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean.
Location: Between Quebec City and Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, QC
Season: Open for all seasons
Laurentides Wildlife Reserve is managed by Sépaq, it features thousands of lakes and extensive forest landscapes, making it a destination for fishing, wildlife experiences, camping, hiking, and winter outdoor activities.
Best Features:
- Vast boreal forest and mountain landscapes
- More than 2,000 lakes, including hundreds of fishing lakes
- Excellent sport-fishing opportunities
- Wildlife viewing and nature interpretation
- Camp Mercier winter recreation area
Why It's Popular:
The reserve is popular for its expansive wilderness, abundant lakes, excellent fishing, and opportunities to experience Québec's forests away from busy urban areas. It also offers both summer and winter recreation, making it attractive to outdoor enthusiasts throughout much of the year.
Fishing, Hiking, Canoeing, Camping, Wildlife Viewing, Hunting, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Winter Recreation
Cabins, Campgrounds, Rustic Shelters, Fishing Shelters, Picnic Tables, Registration Centres, Boat Access, Ski Trails, Snowshoe Trails
Wilderness Adventure, Forest Exploration, Lakeside Relaxation, Wildlife Discovery, Fishing Escape, Backcountry Experience, Winter Adventure
