Saguenay Fjord National Park

Saguenay Fjord National Park is a protected natural area stretching far along a river valley with steep granite walls that rise sharply from the water and create deep bays. The region spans several small communities along the shores, showing a mix of dense forests, rocky banks, and open water vistas.

The valley was shaped by ancient movements in the earth's crust and later sculpted by massive ice sheets during past ice ages, carving out its characteristic deep U-shaped form. These geological changes over thousands of years created the conditions that allowed human communities to flourish here.

The area's name reflects Indigenous roots, marking centuries of coexistence between First Nations peoples and later settlers. The surrounding villages show this shared past, where traditional ways and modern communities exist side by side.

The area offers various ways to explore, from short walks to longer day hikes, along with basic accommodation options in nature. The best time to visit is from May through October, when weather is milder and trails are fully accessible.

Cold Atlantic waters meet the fresh Saint Lawrence River current here, creating unusual living conditions that attract several marine mammal species including whales and seals. Visitors may spot these ocean animals especially during warmer months when they gather to feed in these waters.

Location: Tadoussac

Location: Sacré-Coeur

Location: Mont-Valin

Location: Sainte-Rose-du-Nord

Location: Saint-Félix-d'Otis

Location: Rivière-Éternité

Location: L'Anse-Saint-Jean

Location: Petit-Saguenay

Location: Baie-Sainte-Catherine

Inception: June 15, 1983

Operator: SÉPAQ

Website: http://sepaq.com/pq/sag/fr

GPS coordinates: 48.27570,-70.26350

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30