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National park · Gaspé, Quebec
Forillon National Park
A Canadian national park at the tip of Gaspésie, with limestone cliffs, the Cap-Gaspé lighthouse, pebble beaches, the historic village of Grande-Grave and the end of the Appalachian chain.
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About Forillon National Park
Forillon National Park occupies the northeast tip of Gaspésie, between Gaspé Bay and the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Created in 1970, it protects limestone cliffs, forests, pebble beaches and the point where the Appalachian range plunges into the sea.
The best-known trail leads to Cap-Gaspé, at the end of the peninsula, with a lighthouse on the cliff, an approximately 8 km round-trip hike. The Cap Bon-Ami viewpoint shows the northern cliffs. In the village of Grande-Grave, 19th-century houses and sheds from a fishing community tell the story of those who lived off cod fishing.
Seals often haul out on the rocks, and whales and dolphins appear in summer. The park is managed by Parks Canada and charges an entrance fee; services operate mainly from June to October. Check the current schedule.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
A full day.
Best time
From June to September, when services are open. Late September brings autumn colors.
How to get there
About 30 km from Gaspé along Route 132 to the park’s sectors, roughly a 35-minute drive.
Tip
Do the Cap-Gaspé trail in the morning and stop in Grande-Grave on the return.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Forillon National Park
What is Forillon’s best-known trail?
The Cap-Gaspé trail, about 8 km round trip to the lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula.
Can you see seals in Forillon Park?
Seals often rest on the coastal rocks, and whales appear in summer.
Is Forillon Park far from Gaspé?
About 30 km to the park sectors.