Mountain hiking
Get up high and let yourself be amazed.
AtGaspé, mountain hikes offer much more than just trails: they open onto spectacular panoramas, fragrant forests and invigorating fresh air. Whether it's a short climb or a long adventure, each summit reveals a new perspective on the peninsula's raw beauty.
For a mountain hike
Mont Saint-Alban - Forillon National Park
7.2 km - 3 h 30 round trip
Elevation gain: 405 m
A must for admiring the panorama of Gaspé Bay, the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Forillon cliffs. Efforts are amply rewarded at the summit.
For a sporty hike
Sentiers du Bout du Monde - Mont-Béchervaise
23 mountain bike trails + 7 multi-user trails
Elevation gain: 245 m
A sporty playground at the gateway to the city. Perfect for combining hiking with a dynamic atmosphere, with trails for all levels.
For a walk in the city
Sentiers des Légendes - Downtown Gaspé
Loops from 600 m to 11.6 km
Difference in altitude: 120 m
Ideal for escaping to the heart of nature while staying in town. A varied network that will appeal to families and seasoned walkers alike.
For a short hike
Viewpoint - Les Crêtes trail, Forillon National Park
3km - 1 h 30 round trip
Elevation gain: 193 m
A short hike leading to a superb lookout. Accessible from the Route 132 parking lot, it's an excellent choice for a quick outing with a view.
For a hike to the highest peak
Mount Puddingstone
6loops - from 1.4 km to 9.4 km
Elevation gain: 590 m
For hikers looking for a climb, this is Gaspé's highest peak. The trails offer total immersion in the forest and impressive panoramas.
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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.
