Laurentides Wildlife Reserve

Laurentides Wildlife Reserve is a large protected forest area located between Quebec City and the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region, spread across rolling terrain covered in dense conifer forests. The landscape is dotted with numerous lakes and rivers where moose, deer, and beaver make their homes.

Established in 1895, the reserve ranks among Canada's earliest conservation projects aimed at protecting forest habitats and wildlife populations. This early protection allowed the forests and waters to sustain their diversity through the generations that followed.

Local guides lead visitors through the forest and across the lakes, sharing traditional hunting and fishing practices that have connected people to this land for generations. These experiences shape how visitors understand their relationship with the natural world around them.

Visitors can stay in rustic cabins by the lakeside or at campgrounds with basic facilities and enjoy various outdoor activities throughout the year. It helps to check ahead about available amenities, as conditions vary depending on the season and which area of the reserve you plan to visit.

The area around Camp Mercier features a network of marked trails cutting through the forest and leading to elevated viewing points. This setup lets visitors explore the landscape from different heights and discover how the view changes as they move through the terrain.

Location: Quebec

Inception: January 15, 1895

Operator: SÉPAQ

Website: http://sepaq.com/rf/lau/fr

GPS coordinates: 47.33333,-73.35000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04