The best places to enjoy Gaspé with your dog

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The best places to enjoy Gaspé with your dog

Welcome to Gaspé, the ideal destination for traveling with your dog! Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a culture lover, a foodie, or simply looking for welcoming accommodation, Gaspé has everything you need for a memorable stay with your loyal companion. Discover the best dog-friendly places in Gaspé here and get ready to create unforgettable memories with your furry friend!

Chien profitant d'une promenade sur la plage de Gaspé, avec le sable et l'océan en arrière-plan.

Outdoor Activities with Your Dog in Gaspé

  • Gaspé Beaches : Dogs are welcome on several beaches in Gaspé, although they must be kept on a leash at all times. Don't forget to check the regulations for each beach, online or on-site, to ensure a pleasant and safe experience for everyone.
  • Mont-Béchervaise : Explore the trails of Mont-Béchervaise with your four-legged companion. Dogs are allowed, but again, they must be on a leash. Also, be sure to respect the trails designated for hikers and those for mountain bikers to ensure harmonious coexistence.
  • Forillon National Park : Forillon Park is an ideal place to enjoy nature and hike with your dog. Dogs are allowed on all trails, with the exception of cross-country ski trails, and must always be kept on a leash. However, dogs are not permitted inside service buildings. It is crucial to respect the local flora and fauna to continue enjoying this magnificent territory with your four-legged companion.
  • Cap Aventure (Penouille) : For those who wish to venture out on the water, Cap Aventure offers self-guided activities with boat rentals where animals are welcome. A unique experience to share with your dog!

Cultural and Historical Activities to Enjoy with Your Dog in Gaspé

  • Pointe-à-la-Renommée : Enjoy the historical beauty of the Pointe-à-la-Renommée site with your dog. Leashed dogs are welcome on the site and trails. However, only small dogs, carried in a bag or in arms, are permitted inside the interpretation buildings.
  • Birthplace of Canada : Explore the Birthplace of Canada with your dog. Leashed dogs are welcome, and a water bowl is available near the tavern to ensure your companion's comfort.
  • Gespeg Mi'gmaq Interpretation Site : Discover the history of the Mi'gmaq with your dog. Leashed dogs are allowed on the site, and a water bowl is also provided for them.
  • Gaspésie Museum : Although dogs are not allowed inside the museum, they are welcome on the outdoor grounds, provided they are kept on a leash. A great opportunity to enjoy the fresh air while exploring local history.
  • Fort Péninsule (Forillon National Park) : Stroll through this historic site with your dog on a leash. Fort Péninsule is a fascinating place where you can discover an important part of history while sharing the experience with your loyal companion.

Gaspé restaurants where you can dine with your dog

  • Sarcelle : Enjoy a meal on Sarcelle's patio with your dog on a leash. A welcoming spot to savor a good meal and a drink with local flavors outdoors with your four-legged friend.
  • Paquebot Café : Relax outside Paquebot Café with your dog. A water bowl is available for your pet, and homemade treats will be available soon!
  • Brise-Bise : Brise-Bise offers a special section on its patio, reserved for customers accompanied by their dogs! Perfect for sharing a friendly moment.
  • Cap-aux-Os Leisure Community Center and Auberge La Petite École Forillon : This establishment welcomes dogs on their patio. Water bowls are available for your dog to cool off.

Dog-friendly accommodations in Gaspé

  • Camping Griffon : Dogs are welcome at Camping Griffon, an ideal place to enjoy nature with your four-legged friend.
  • Camping Baie de Gaspé : Dogs are allowed everywhere on the site, except inside service buildings.
  • Camping Gaspé : Leashed dogs are welcome, allowing you to share the joys of camping with your pet.
  • Les Cabines sur Mer : Dogs 20 lbs and under are allowed, with larger dogs possible upon approval. Enjoy a peaceful seaside stay with your little companion.
  • Chalets de la Bernache : Dogs are allowed for a $100 fee per stay, with bowls included for your pet's comfort.
  • Cap Aventure : Cap Aventure is running a pilot year for pet-friendly campsites, though ready-to-camp units are excluded from this offer.
  • Auberge Griffon Aventure : Dogs are welcome and can even join the festive atmosphere of evening bar events. A warm and friendly accommodation for travelers with pets.
  • Motel du Haut Phare : Dogs 25 lbs and under are accepted, but only in the eco-chalets. A comfortable and environmentally friendly stay for you and your dog.
  • Forillon National Park : Dogs are welcome on campsites and in some oTENTik tents, offering a memorable camping experience in nature.

In Gaspé, the possibilities are endless for fully enjoying your stay with your dog. From picturesque hiking trails to welcoming beaches, comfortable accommodations, and enriching activities, this destination is a true paradise for animal lovers. Don't wait any longer to plan your next adventure in Gaspé with your loyal companion!

Gaspé: A Sustainable Destination

Sustainable development at the heart of our destination

Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central and cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It aligns with Cruise the Saint Lawrence's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the Saint Lawrence destination.

The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while also participating in the preservation and regeneration of ecosystems. The Saint Lawrence destination offers a positive-impact, human, and sustainable experience, building bridges between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism, and scientific stakeholders.

Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years regarding sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise terminal with waste sorting stations and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts educational content on sustainable and responsible tourism for cruise passengers via a screen located in its terminal.

The organization also launched its very first stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, regularly participates in the sustainable tourism best practices sharing community 'Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent', and is involved in a social acceptability campaign led by Cruise the Saint Lawrence.

Destination Gaspé's brand new, optimized website also helps stimulate the local economy and enhance the tourism offering by improving the visibility and attractiveness of local businesses. It provides a modern and engaging showcase on a centralized platform, while integrating rich content related to local stories and the region's unique cultural events.