Discovery activities
Forillon National Park
Are you curious by nature? So are we!
Description of the activities
Our park guides know this every corner of land's end like the back of their hand. Let them guide you on a hike, ask them questions about the plants and animals, listen to their tales of legendary fishing trips, and discover with them the hidden treasures of Forillon’s natural and cultural heritage.
While our interpretation programs are presented in French, our staff members will gladly converse in English with visitors, whenever possible.
The activities will take place from September 19 to October 9, 2026, come rain or shine.
New! Strike the pose in 1920!
Accompanied by an interpreter, choose items from our collection of period costumes, whether it’s a pretty straw hat or a large fishing hat, a traditional yellow fisherman’s jacket or a lovely cotton dress. All you have to do is strike your historic pose on the site!
Please note that visitors are welcome to take their own photos.
Date Every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location : Hyman and Sons General Store (South Area)
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Photo : Laurent Auger
Feathers of Forillon (offered by a science partner)
Join a guided tour at the L’Anse-aux-Amérindiens bird banding station (South Area). Accompanied by a guide-interpreter from the Rimouski Bird Observatory, you’ll discover the fascinating phenomenon of migration, as well as the science and techniques of bird banding. A unique opportunity to get up close to our winged wildlife!
Fees apply.
Date September: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 am
Location : L’Anse-aux-Amérindiens bird banding station (South Area)
Photo: Geneviève Carrié-Riffon
The Beaver's Turf (bilingual activity)
Enter the beaver's domain and learn all there is to know about the biology and behaviour of this fascinating aquatic mammal. Accompanied by a passionate park guide, see how a beaver colony shapes an ecosystem and how a host of animals, from ducks to moose, frogs and dragonflies, benefit from it. You may even get a chance to see beavers at work in their pond! This bilingual activity is free. Bring walking shoes and a torch.
Date Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm
Location : Meet at the Le Castor parking lot in the North area
Photo: David Carrier
Cap-Bon-Ami en vedette (15 minute capsule)
An interpreter welcomes you to explore the Cape Bon-Ami area, a bustling hub at the crossroads of marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Here, you’ll have a front-row seat to a spectacular display of cliffs and sea!
Date Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon
Location : Le Quai rock, Cap-Bon-Ami
Photo: Mathieu Dupuis
Naturally curious
Are you naturally curious and enjoy sharing your discoveries with others? Come and meet the nature interpreters near your campsite in Petit-Gaspé or Des-Rosiers campgrounds. Their knowledge of the park – covering both nature and culture – will amaze you!
Date Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location : Visitor information and discovery centre
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Folklore and legends (bilingual activity)
Our grandparents always had a story to tell! Join our animators for an activity celebrating traditional songs, History and the great sea. Meet at the Blanchette barn. The activity lasts 60 minutes.
A bilingual show featuring songs in French and English.
Date Wednesdays at 2 p.m.
Location : Anse-Blanchette
Rando 100 % bio (activity in French)
Guided hike in the beaver pond area
Are you interested in biodiversity? Discover it in all its splendour and complexity as you explore the habitats around the beaver ponds with a nature guide. Enjoy this invigorating walk in the great outdoors and, at the same time, learn all about the rich ecosystems of Forillon National Park.
This activity is available to small groups of 10 participants.
Fees apply
Reservations are required at the park’s visitor centres (Penouille, Petit-Gaspé, Cap-des-Rosiers).
The path may be muddy in places. Make sure you wear suitable footwear!
Date Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location : Length: 4.5 km
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