River, stream, or creek camping near Shawinigan with fishing

Head to Shawi for your next outdoor escape—canoeing, skiing, or lakeside camping.

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Cute Cabins - Ready to camp

5 sites · Lodging70 acres · Joliette, QC
*** These are cabins without electricity or running water. You must bring your own bedding, food/water and lighting ***. Please make sure to locate the address on the road, you will see a sign of a man meditating : (corner Grenache street and chemin du Galet )2935 Chem. du Galet, Saint-Damien, QC J0K 2E0 LA TERRE DU RETOUR EN SOI in ST-Damien Lanaudière You want to experience nature, to get back to your roots on an enchanting site? La terre du retour en soi offers you two rental shelters and 3 km of hiking trails, a magnificent view of the mountain and snowshoeing possibilities. - 20 min from the 7 Falls Park - 15 min from St-Jean-de-Matha's snow tubing and golf - Monte à Peine Falls hike (St-Jean-Matha) - Val Notre-Dame Abbey (hiking and cross-country skiing) These are ready to camp for 2 adults (queen size bed) / No smoking, no animals for an optimal resourcing. Parking available on site (the shelters are a few steps from the parking lot but it is possible for an additional fee to have 4 wheel transportation). The material provided is : - Basic dishes, stove and pot - Two round propane burner with canister - Outside dry toilet/ No running water so a 18 liters of water provided - Wood provided for the stove - You must bring your own bedding and lighting - Grocery store at 3 km
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Koh Lanta Campsite

1 site · Tent20 acres · Portneuf, QC
Learn more about this land:This is a marvellous campsite that has been completely untouched from its original form. There’s nothing fancy here, but it is your perfect escape into nature when you need it.We’re located in the Lac-aux-Sables region, right near the lake. We’re about an hour and a half from Quebec City. About the Property: We have a twenty-acre property for you to explore during your stay with us. Some of our property is protected wetlands with Ducks Unlimited Canada with plenty of wildlife for you to see during your stay.About the Campsite:We only offer one campsite which means maximum privacy for you and your group during your stay. You can choose to bring your RV, trailer, or camping van for your stay or choose to tent camp. We can accommodate vehicles as large as 36 ft (11m) and you can easily pull in onto a grassy base that might require some levelling. During your stay you can choose to relax on the property and explore the trails or read a good book surrounded by the sounds of nature. Or, nearby you’ll find the famous Parc national de la Mauricie known for its beautiful waterfalls and it also has canoe and kayak rentals. There is also Belvédère du Lac Clair, always good for a wonderful hike. Other things to note:- pets are welcome- there’s an incinerator toilet on the property- please bring your own water for the duration of your stay 
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River, stream, or creek camping near Shawinigan with fishing guide

Overview

Shawinigan, QC (known as Shawi by locals) is just south of Quebec City. Set along the Saint-Maurice River and offering a unique blend of outdoor experiences with proximity to urban life and convenience, the town is a perfect base camp for exploring the wilds of Quebec. Experience Shawi’s natural side with hikes to trek, trails to ski, and waterways to cruise. Plus, ample camping options are available in the area, including remote countryside campsites, glamping spots overlooking the water, and calm, cozy cabins in the woods.

Where to go

La Mauricie National Park

La Mauricie is an expansive park with outdoor activities offered year-round—try swimming, fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and more. The park offers a canoe camping circuit for campers willing to pack up and portage between lakes, with over 200 campsites accessible only by boat. There are also RV campsites, cabin rentals, and glamping spots in the area.

Parc Récréoforestier Saint-Mathieu

To Shawi’s west is a sprawling recreation site with dense boreal forests that stretch more than 120 square kilometres. The trails are an especially popular attraction, with both linear and circular trails affording views of yellow maples, lakes, and Quebec’s impressive mountain ranges. Saint-Mathieu is very close to Shawinigan, meaning it’s a quick day trip from beach campsites or A-frame accommodations.

Parc de l'Île-Melville

On a small island along the Saint-Maurice River, this park is a major Shawinigan attraction. Parc de l'Île-Melville is well worth the trip thanks to easy walking trails through the woods; canoe rentals on the river and inlet; biking paths; winter snowshoeing and cross-country skiing; and even an aerial zipline course. Because the park is just outside the city, it’s a short jaunt back to creekside campsites or a romantic treehouse rental.

When to go

Shawinigan (and all of Quebec) never truly has an off-season. The boreal forests are lush, vibrant, and alive in summer, while each lake and waterway is teeming with adventure for hikers and paddlers. Winter offers its own impressive display of outdoor fun—just be prepared for chilly temps (an average high of -5°C in January). We recommend exploring the larger parks to enjoy the peaceful side of Shawi’s nature.

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