Things to Do in Parc National De Forillon

Parc National De Forillon offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Road cycling. The park features 44 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 3,000 visitors.

Popular hiking trails include the Cap Gaspé Lighthouse – Cap Gaspé loop from Anse aux Amérindiens, an easy 4.4 mile [7.0 km] route. Another option is the Hiking loop from Croisières Baie de Gaspé, a moderate 5.5 mile [8.9 km] trail.

Yes, Parc National De Forillon offers easy hiking trails. The Cap Gaspé Lighthouse – Cap Gaspé loop from Anse aux Amérindiens is an easy 4.4 mile [7.0 km] route. More options can be found in the Easy hikes in Parc National De Forillon guide.

For jogging, the Cap Gaspé loop from Anse aux Amérindiens is a moderate 4.4 mile [7.0 km] route. Another option is the Running loop from Cap du Petit-Gaspé, a difficult 5.2 mile [8.3 km] trail. Additional routes are available in the Running Trails in Parc National De Forillon guide.

Touring cyclists can explore routes like the Café des Artistes – Old Railway Trail loop from Gaspé, a moderate 16.4 mile [26.4 km] route. The Land's End Viewpoint, Gaspé – Cap Gaspé loop from Anse aux Amérindiens offers an easy 4.1 mile [6.6 km] ride.

Road cyclists can find routes such as the difficult Cap des Cannes de Roches – Cap des Rosiers loop from Gaspé, spanning 59.9 miles [96.6 km]. The Le Belvédère – Plage Haldimand loop from Intersection route 198 / rue Eden is an easy 25.9 mile [41.6 km] option.

Parc National De Forillon is known for its rugged limestone cliffs, dense boreal forests, and diverse coastal ecosystems. It marks the eastern extremity of the Appalachian Mountains in Canada, where mountains meet the sea. Key features include Cap Bon-Ami, Cap-Gaspé, and the Penouille Peninsula.

The park's diverse habitats support a rich array of wildlife. This includes moose, black bears, foxes, and seals. It is also home to approximately 225 bird species and is a location for whale watching, with species like minke and fin whales often spotted.

Komoot offers several guides for the park, including Hiking in Parc National De Forillon, Running Trails in Parc National De Forillon, and Cycling in Parc National De Forillon. There are also guides for Easy hikes and Road Cycling Routes.

For general information and reservations, the park can be reached at 1-888-773-8888. The official website for Parc National De Forillon is pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/qc/forillon/.