Mauricie

Mauricie is an administrative region in Quebec between Montreal and Quebec City, covering a large area of forest and waterways including numerous lakes and the Saint-Maurice River. The territory is divided into regional county municipalities and independent sectors like La Tuque and Shawinigan.

The region was established as an independent administrative territory in 1997 following the division of the former Mauricie-Bois-Francs area, with Trois-Rivières designated as its capital. This reorganization created the region's current structure.

The Atikamekw Nation maintains strong ties to the land through traditional practices that shape daily life and local communities across the region. Their presence gives the area a distinct cultural identity that visitors can experience in settlements and shared spaces.

Summer is ideal for water activities and hiking through the forests and lakes, while winter offers snow-based recreation across the landscape. Visitors should prepare for variable weather conditions and bring appropriate gear for outdoor exploration.

La Mauricie National Park covers a vast protected forest area dotted with hundreds of lakes and offers year-round outdoor pursuits. This conservation area is a hidden treasure for visitors seeking untouched wilderness and wildlife like moose and beavers.

Location: Quebec

Capital city: Trois-Rivières

Shares border with: Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Centre-du-Québec, Lanaudière, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Laurentides

GPS coordinates: 47.00000,-73.00000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:18