Forest walks
Immerse yourself in the heart of Gaspesian nature.
Betweencentury-old trees, resin-scented trails and babbling brooks, forest hikes in Gaspé offer a moment of calm and escape. Whether short and playful or long and immersive, they allow you to slow down the pace and reconnect with what's essential.
For a hike in the forest
La Vallée Trail - Forillon National Park
9km - 2 h 30 round trip
Total immersion in the boreal forest, with the serenity of the trees as your travelling companion.
Oasis
La Chute trail - Forillon National Park
1km - 45 min round trip
A short trail leading to a pretty waterfall, perfect for a refreshing break in the heart of nature.
For a hike with the kids
Le Castor trail- Forillon National Park
3km - 1 h 30 round trip
Ideal with children: a trail where you can observe dams and traces of beaver activity.
For hiking and camping
International Appalachian Trail - Parc national Forillon
88 km in total
From Anse-à-Valleauto Cap-Gaspé, this mythical route offers camping or huts every 10 to 12 km. A long-distance adventure for hiking and camping enthusiasts.
For a fun hike
Enchanted Forest Trail - L'Anse-à-Valleau
2km - 1 h round trip
A trail full of charm, dotted with playful little details that will appeal to families and spark the imagination.
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Gaspé sustainable destination
Sustainable development at the heart of our destination
Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central, cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It is aligned with Croisières du Saint-Laurent's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the St. Lawrence destination.
The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while helping to preserve and regenerate ecosystems. The St. Lawrence destination offers a human and sustainable experience with a positive impact, through the bridges we build between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism and scientific players.
Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years in terms of sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise lodge with waste-sorting islands and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts sustainable and responsible tourism awareness content for cruise passengers, via a screen located in its pavilion.
The organization also rolled out its first-ever stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, participates regularly in the sustainable tourism best-practice sharing community Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent, and takes part in a social acceptability campaign run by Croisières du Saint-Laurent.
Destination Gaspé's brand-new, optimized website also stimulates the local economy and enhances the tourism offering by improving the visibility and appeal of local businesses. It offers a modern, engaging showcase on a centralized platform, while integrating rich content linked to local stories and the region's unique cultural events.
