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5 Best Things to Do in Riviere-du-Loup

Riviere du Loup or Riviรจre-du-Loup, located in Quebec’s magnificent Bas-Saint-Laurent region, is a must-see destination for travelers eager for authentic discoveries. This charming place offers a unique blend of hospitality and breathtaking scenery! Situated between the water and the mountains, there are a lot of things to do in Riviรจre-du-Loup.

Thereโ€™s no doubt that Riviรจre-du-Loup activities are sure to please you. Here are 5 spots are to add to your list!

Parc des Chutes

Located in the heart of town, Parc des Chutes is one of the cityโ€™s best-known activities. This beautiful urban park allows you to admire one of the best Riviรจre du Loup attractions: the magnificent 33-metre-high waterfall. The view from the footbridge is very impressive. Photography enthusiasts will be delighted by the opportunities to capture breathtaking images of nature in all its splendour.

Other activities are also possible in the park with its 9 kilometres of hiking trails. Itโ€™s also a lovely spot for a picnic right in the centre of town.

Aerial View - Waterfall Parc des Chutes Riviere du Loup - Melanie Jean
Photo credit: Mรฉlanie Jean

รŽle aux Liรจvres

This beautiful unspoiled island in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, in front of Riviere du Loup, is a must-see if youโ€™re staying in the region for several days. If youโ€™re looking to escape the city, itโ€™s the perfect place to be!

With 13 kilometres of natural playground, รŽle aux Liรจvres is home to a wide variety of fauna and flora. Getting to the island couldnโ€™t be easier: just head for Riviรจre-du-Loup and book with Sociรฉtรฉ Duvetnor, which manages and protects this natural reserve.

Once on site, you have access to an inn, cottages or campsites for your stay. Youโ€™ll also have access to some forty kilometres of marked trails, for a total of 16 trails from beginner to expert levels.

One of the most beautiful things to see on the island is undoubtedly the sunrises and sunsets!

Park of the Pointe

Riviere du Loup’s Park of the Pointe (or Parc de la Pointe) is the best place to enjoy the second most beautiful sunset in the world! Set on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, this enchanting site is also the perfect place for a morning or sunset stroll.

On site, you’ll find a 5-kilometre walking and cycling trail, picnic tables, camping, swings and, above all, the best view in the area. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the scenery when in Riviere-du-Loup.

Kiskotuk Coastal Park

Kiskotuk Coastal Park (or Parc cรดtier Kiskotuk) is nearly 30 kilometers of breathtaking coastal scenery. The park is organized around 7 discovery sectors along the coast of the Bas-Saint-Laurent municipalities of Cacouna, L’Isle-Verte and Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs (รŽle Verte).

The park’s main activity is hiking and wildlife observation.

With views of the St. Lawrence River from the shore to the surrounding mountain peaks, it’s a fantastic place to stay. It’s even possible to sleep on site, in campsites or cottages. No doubt that Kiskotuk Coastal Park is one of the best things to do in Riviere du Loup area.

Parc de l’Anse

For a breath of salty St. Lawrence River air, head for Parc de lโ€™Anse in the small village of Notre-Dame-du-Portage just outside Riviere du Loup. The park has been designed to preserve the natural aspect of the site and provide a showcase for the St. Lawrence River. A pretty little boardwalk lets you make the most of the view.

A bike rental service allows you to visit one of Quebec’s most beautiful streets, the Route du Fleuve. Parc de l’Anse is the ideal destination for a day of outdoor activities, culture and relaxation.

As you can see, there are a lot of things to do in Riviere du Loup. Whether you like hiking, biking or sightseeing, you’ll find the right activity for you. This region of the Quebec province, between the St. Lawrence River and the mountains, is sure to charm you! Hope you will enjoy your stay!

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Preparing For Your Trip

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Geographer by training and photographer by passion, I have been fascinated by travel for over 20 years! The encounters they allow me to make and the places I discover on each trip are my main source of inspiration. Resident of Quebec City for more than 40 years, I am in love with my city and I like to share my favourites with those who want to discover it.

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