Camping in Quebec

From forested mountains to frozen falls, Canada’s francophone heartland is geared for adventure.

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Blueberry Lake Camping

7 sites · Lodging, Tents62 acres · Val Des Lacs, QC
EN FRANÇAIS DESSOUS Welcome to camping at Blueberry Lake! Enjoy private camping only 25 minutes away from Mont-Tremblant, St-Donat, and St. Agathe, and 1hr 15 minutes from Montreal. You have two great stay options available: Blueberry Lake Camping - 6 campsites set around a private lake with access to a private beach. Private Suspended Tree Tent - You'll spend your nights curled up in a private, suspended tree tent that can comfortably sleep 3. EN FRANÇAIS Bienvenue au Lac Blueberry ! Profitez d'un camping privé à seulement 25 minutes de Mont-Tremblant, St-Donat et St-Agathe, et à 1h15 de Montréal. Deux options disponibles: Blueberry Lake Camping - Nous disposons de 6 campings répartis autour d'un lac privé avec accès à une plage privée, à la location des kayaks et des pédalos. Tente d'arbre Suspendu - Ce camping privé et tranquille est l'endroit idéal où vous passerez vos journées à profiter d'un accès privé au lac Blueberry avec un accès supplémentaire à une petite île privée.
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Terra Perma

13 sites · Lodging800 acres · Harrington, QC
Terra Perma is a growing residential and eco-entrepreneur permaculture community located in the heart of the Laurentians, Quebec, Canada. Here's what guests can expect when visiting Terra Perma: 1. Natural Sanctuary: Terra Perma spans 800 acres and is bordered by the famous Riviere Rouge to the west. It's a sanctuary where guests can immerse themselves in nature. 2. Activities: There are many exciting activities both on-site and nearby. Guests can explore the beautiful surroundings, participate in workshops, and enjoy outdoor adventures. 3. Forest Park: Within Terra Perma, there's a vast 200-acre Forest Park, which is managed jointly with the Terra Perma Foundation. This area is dedicated to preserving the natural habitat and promoting sustainable development. 4. Permaculture: Terra Perma is committed to permaculture, which involves designing human support systems based on natural energy interactions. The founders believe that this approach will create synergy benefiting residents, partners, and surrounding communities. 5. Partnerships: Terra Perma collaborates with individuals integrating permaculture into their business endeavors. They provide advice, guidance, and access to markets and micro-financing for eco-entrepreneurial projects. 6. Location: Terra Perma is only 80 minutes from Montreal, making it an accessible escape for city dwellers. Whether guests want to learn, relax, or connect with nature, Terra Perma offers a unique experience in sustainable living and community development. CITQ #295776
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Brome Lake, Knowlton (Three Pines)

1 site · RV2 acres · Fulford, QC
Welcome to our beautiful property on Lac Brome near Bondville. We offer a flat, grassy surface surrounded by trees for parking your RV or Trailer of up to 40 ft (12.2m).  15 amps electricity and water hook-up available to most sites. About the Property We have a beautiful piece of land located around Lac Brome with gorgeous lake views accessed by a public beach close by. We have a pontoon boat and would be happy to offer you a pontoon tour of Lac Brome during your stay with us.  About the Listing We can accommodate up to 3 RVs at once, with up to 4 adults per site. All of the sites are pull-through, flat, and can accommodate up to 40ft RVs. Please note as we do not have washroom facilities, your RV or Trailer must be self-contained. We can offer garbage removal (compost, recycling, and garbage) for your stay with us. We also welcome any pet travelling with you but please keep them on leash as we have two adorable cats we do not want to scare.  The town of Brome Lake is the home of the Three Pines Village from the notorious Louise Penny books série. Come and enjoy the Louise Penny Tour. Additional Details: - If there is not a fire ban in effect, we have a beautiful fire pit that you can enjoy.
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Cabine Luciole

4 sites · Lodging3 acres · Godmanchester, QC
La Cabine Luciole est une cabane patrimoniale en érable à sucre construite à la fin des années 1800. Il est situé dans une ancienne forêt d'érables moussue avec d'imposants érables majestueux. Il est construit sur une ligne tellurique par des colons irlandais (Erin), ce qui lui confère une puissante énergie pour se régénérer. Vous pouvez également parcourir le labyrinthe crétois, pour rétablir l'équilibre. La cabine cathédrale au toit de tôle a suffisamment d'espace pour manger, se divertir et faire du yoga, elle dispose également d'une mezzanine pour 2 personnes et peut être utilisée comme coin de lecture, apportez vos propres sacs de couchage, oreillers et serviettes et vous êtes invités à vous installer. monter une tente sur le camping extérieur. Il y a une douche chauffée à pleine pression, des toilettes à compost, un évier extérieur et une station de cuisson. Le site est réservé pour une intimité totale, une seule réservation de groupe à la fois, vous disposez donc de votre propre espace privé dans les bois. Il y a une cheminée dans la cabane avec beaucoup de bois. Le sol est principalement constitué de tremplins naturels, cueillis à la main dans les bois. La cabane est nichée dans une forêt magique de mousse et de fougères avec des lucioles, des hiboux, des cerfs et des renards. Il y a des sentiers de randonnée paisibles et entretenus. Un foyer extérieur de cuisine en forme de sphère sous des lampes solaires lucioles ajoute à l’expérience magique. Il existe de merveilleuses activités telles que la pêche, le kayak (Safari Kayak) et les pistes cyclables dans la région. Remontez le temps et découvrez la rare sagesse des érables à sucre mesurant plus de 150 pieds de haut. Vous ne voudrez plus jamais partir, revenir et voir la splendeur colorée des arbres à l'automne et au début du printemps, nous prévoyons de mettre la main sur la fabrication du sirop d'érable. Cabine Luciole is a heritage Sugar Maple Cabin built in the late 1800's. It is located in an mossy, old growth maple forest with towering majestic maple trees. It is built on a leyline by Irish (Erin) settlers, giving it powerful energy to rejuvinate. You can also walk the cretan labyrinth, to bring balance. The catherdral tin roof cabin has enough space for dinning, entertaining and yoga, it also has a sleeping loft for 2 people, and can be used as a reading nook, bring your own sleeping bags, pillows, and towels and you are welcome to set up a tent on the outdoor camping site. There is a heated full pressure shower, compost toilet and an outdoor sink and cooking station. The site is booked for complete privacy, only one group booking at a time, so you have your own private spot in the woods. There is a fireplace in the cabin with plenty of wood. The floor is mostly nature stepping stones, hand picked from the woods. The cabin is nestled in a moss and fern magical woods with fireflies, owls, deer, and foxes. There are groomed peaceful walking trails. A sphere shaped cooking outdoor fireplace under firefly solar lights adds to the magical experience. There are wonderful activates such as fishing, kayaking (Safari Kayak) and bike trails in the local area. Go back in time and experience the rare wisdom of the sugar maple trees that are over 150 feet tall. You will never want to leave, come back and see the trees colourful splendor in the fall and in early spring we plan to have hands on maple syrup making.
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Back to Nature Eco-Lodging

9 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Piopolis, QC
A preserved land of 20 acres awaits you in a beautiful forest where a creek flows all year round. Watch the milky way in the first international deep sky reserve where we are situated. On site and nearby nature activities available on lake Megantic a few steps away and great hiking trails at Mont-Mégantic national park and mount Gosford. All guests have access to 2km of trails, hammocks and sitting places to contemplate nature, a common area with an outdoor fireplace. We offer to all our guests the audio immersive "Encounter with forest-spirit" experience (30 to 40min duration about nature and ancestral aboriginal wisdom with drumming and flute playing performance). We also hosts activities like stargazing nights, aboriginal medicinal plants hike with storytelling, infrared sauna in our 4 season passive solar greenhouse and much more. Welcome on a cared land all season long! Paula and Benoit
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Camp, Ottawa river, Grenville C-O-G

11 sites · RVs, Tents59 acres · Brownsburg Chatham, QC
Come and enjoy a traditional, rustic camping experience on the mighty Ottawa River! Bring your water shoes and a canoe or kayak, or you may rent one of ours for an unforgettable adventure. C-O-G is located on the Quebec side of the Ottawa River, east of the bridge that passes over from Hawkesbury, Ontario. This beautiful (mostly) deciduous forest is situated on both sides of the 344/Rte Des Outaouais. The 59 acre property (50 acres on land, ~9 acres of river/water) features scenic views, privacy and is host to many outdoor activities such as swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and more. "Lock Lane Point" ...the shared area Also referred to as "the Point", this is the peninsula that the main roadway ends at (where the BBQ, kayaks and canoes are), this is a shared area for us and our guests to enjoy. It's encouraged that guests feel welcome to come and go freely, promoting a sense of community while respecting shared use. The Point offers a large picnic table, a shared propane BBQ, comfortable seating, a large rock perfect for sunbathing, and a river view. It's an ideal spot for swimming and launching canoe, kayak, or paddle-board river excursions, thanks to its shallow entry and rocky bottom. Adventurous visitors might choose to paddle upriver, around an island, and return through the remaining historic canal. For a more strenuous workout, consider paddling up the canal to the Grenville lighthouse and then drifting all the way back to camp with the river's current. Enjoy this historic, lazy river experience! Amenities... Numerous amenities are located within a distance of 1-3 kms, including a gas station with electric vehicle charging facilities, an IGA grocery store, and various restaurants such as McDonald's and Tim Horton's. For a classic poutine experience, Jos Patate is a great choice, having been around for many decades. If you're looking for a wide range of poutine options, La Fromagerie is the place to go. For ice cream lovers, La Crémière, located in the same building, is a must-visit. Tourism... Numerous tourist attractions are conveniently located in the vicinity, such as the exhilarating white water rafting experience on the Rouge River and the wildlife-filled Parc Omega zoo, both within a short 10-25 km distance. For a wider range of activities, day trips to Ottawa, Montreal, the Calypso water park, or Mont Tremblant are all approximately an hour's drive away. A little History... Our property has played host to a portion of the rich history of this area which included three railway tracks, a canal and a lock. The railway beds remain and the lock has simply been flooded over. Following the war of 1812, three Ottawa river canal systems were constructed between 1819 and 1833 to bypass the Long Sault Rapids on the Ottawa river. These canals were in use until 1961 when a large portion of the canal system was submerged due to the construction of a hydro-electric dam (~22kms downriver) at Carillion. As a result, the river level at our property rose high enough to submerge the top of the lock walls by ~3.5 feet. This submerged lock is located a few hundred feet offshore and can be seen using Google Earth as it measures 50' x 300' in size. Once you have a good idea where it is, throw on your water shoes and a life jacket and enjoy an interesting experience of walking on the walls of a submerged lock.
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Urban Regenerative Gardens

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Sherbrooke, QC
This rare urban site acknowledges our Abenaki heritage, who camped and lived along these shores for centuries. Our beautiful urban location near highway 410 and Bishop's University, directly on St. Francis river, makes it an exceptional starting point for cyclists who want to enjoy the Route Verte path; fish, canoe, kayak or tube the river or simply explore all Sherbrooke has to offer.  Our birdlife is amazing and is a recognized birding location by provincial authorities, especially for swallows and chimney swifts. A fire pit will be made available, in respect of all fire bans, with firewood available for purchase. In 1910, Agriculture Canada set up a research centre that operated until the 1950's. The property was sold to a family that emigrated to Canada from Europe, to set begin a new life post WW2. In 2015, I purchased the property to return it to its roots - regenerative farming, training, hospitality, poverty relief and healthy living. Be our guest at The Farmhouse, a vibrant small-scale farm with a heart for the earth and its people. (https://www.thefarmhouse.store) Seasonal, fresh farm produce will be available for purchase as well as guided garden tours.   Located within 5 minute walking distance to Lennoxville (Bishop's University).  It's perfect for campers who like to experience "urban" camping. Some road noise. If you are concerned about the weather, the site provides the use of a 8 sleeper tent trailer for your convenience. During the day, you are welcome to relax in it too. Portable water will be provided, but bring your own drinks if possible. As a bonus treat, you are welcome to sleep in a very HIP camper, a 1980 retro dodge camper van. Bilingual service. ________________ Ce site urbain rare rend hommage à notre héritage abénakis qui a campé et vécu le long de ces rives pendant des siècles. (https://www.thefarmhouse.store) Notre belle situation urbaine à proximité de l'autoroute 410 et de l'Université Bishop's, directement sur la rivière Saint-François, en fait un point de départ exceptionnel pour les cyclistes qui veulent profiter du sentier de la Route Verte; pêchez, faites du canot, du kayak ou du tube sur la rivière ou explorez tout simplement tout ce que Sherbrooke a à offrir. Notre avifaune est incroyable et est un site d'observation d'oiseaux reconnu par les autorités provinciales, en particulier pour les hirondelles et les martinets ramoneurs. Un foyer au bord de la rivière sera mis à disposition, dans le respect de toutes les interdictions de feu, avec du bois de chauffage disponible à l'achat. Dans 1910, Agriculture Canada met sur pied un centre de recherche qui fonctionnera jusque dans les années 1950. La propriété a été vendue à une famille qui a émigré au Canada depuis l'Europe, pour commencer une nouvelle vie après la Seconde Guerre mondiale. En 2015, j'ai acheté la propriété pour la ramener à ses racines - agriculture régénérative, formation, hospitalité, lutte contre la pauvreté et mode de vie sain. En savoir plus sur ce terrain : Soyez notre invité à The Farmhouse, une petite ferme dynamique avec un cœur pour la terre et ses habitants. Des produits agricoles frais de saison seront disponibles à l'achat ainsi que des visites guidées du jardin. Situé à moins de 5 minutes à pied de Lennoxville (Bishop's University). Certains bruits de la route. Prestation bilingue.
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Camping in Quebec guide

Overview

Quebec is a kind of promised land for campers, with vast swathes of parkland and sparsely inhabited wilderness—you won’t have trouble getting outside. North of Montreal and Quebec City, forested mountains and lake-dotted valleys dominate the landscape with endless hiking, fishing, and canoeing opportunities during reliably warm summers. To the east, the St. Lawrence River is one of Canada’s best whale-watching destinations.

Winter, though cold, proves no obstacle to the adventure-hungry. Our advice? Pack your thermals. That way, you can spend days ice climbing, snowshoeing, and skiing, and nights cozied up in a cabin, an insulated tent, a yurt, or even an igloo. As a general rule, the further north you go, the wilder the landscapes and fewer the facilities.

The Laurentian Mountains

The rounded peaks of the Laurentians are the destination of choice from Montreal and Quebec City. Jacques-Cartier, Mont-Tremblant (both part of the provincial park system), and La Mauricie (part of the national park network) have four-season appeal. You can get in some rafting, kayaking, and hiking in summer, while in winter, heated cabins, huts, and yurts mean you can wake up, strap on your skis or snowshoes, and hit the trails with minimal fuss.

The Gaspé Peninsula

The St. Lawrence River meets the Atlantic at this cliff-edged peninsula—also known as Gaspésie—on Quebec’s east coast. Scan the shoreline for whales in Forillon National Park between May and October, or cat ski on virgin powder in the Chic-Choc Mountains in the icier months.

Côte-Nord

French for ‘North Shore,’ this section of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence is ripe for road-tripping. Coastal campsites at Tadoussac overlook Saguenay Fjord, a hangout for belugas, and further east, at Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, you can set eyes on strange sea-carved rock formations and hide out on secluded offshore islands.

Eastern Townships

This farming region near the U.S. border gives off New England vibes—think covered bridges, clapboard towns, and flaming fall foliage. It’s also Quebec’s premier wine-growing region. Mont-Orford is popular for skiing or hiking, and the stargazing at Mont-Mégantic National Park is—excuse the pun—stellar.

Nunavik

Visitor footfall is low in Nunavik, home to the Inuit in the Arctic north. Little surprise why: There’s no road access. Nunavik Parks offers packages to the area’s four parks (Pingualuit, Kuururjuaq, Tursujuq, and Ulittaniujalik) including flights from Montreal, Inuit cultural experiences, and the chance to see the northern lights.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, it is not legal to camp anywhere in Québec. However, camping is allowed in designated campgrounds, provincial parks (known as "Parcs nationaux"), and on private land with the owner's permission. Québec has many beautiful campgrounds and parks, such as Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier and Parc national du Mont-Orford, where you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities and experience the region's natural beauty. Be sure to respect the rules and regulations of the area you are camping in and always practice Leave No Trace principles.

In Québec, you can find free camping in Crown land areas, which are public lands managed by the government. These areas allow for dispersed camping, but keep in mind that amenities are typically not available, so be prepared for a more rustic experience. To find specific Crown land locations in Québec, you can consult the Ministère de l'Énergie et des Ressources naturelles website for maps and information.

There are many beautiful locations for tent camping in Québec. Some popular options include:

  • Parc National de la Jacques-Cartier: This park offers numerous campgrounds with tent sites, surrounded by stunning landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities. More information can be found here.
  • Parc National du Mont-Tremblant: This vast park has several campgrounds with tent sites, providing access to hiking trails, lakes, and wildlife. Visit their website for more information.
  • Parc National des Îles-de-Boucherville: Located near Montreal, this park offers a peaceful escape from the city with tent camping options. Check out their website for more details.
  • Forillon National Park: This park on the Gaspé Peninsula has tent camping sites along the coast, with opportunities for hiking and wildlife spotting. Visit their website for more information.

Remember to make reservations in advance, as campgrounds can fill up quickly during peak season.

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