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The Blue Route - Baie des Chaleurs - Carleton-sur-Mer

The Blue Route - Baie des Chaleurs - Carleton-sur-Mer

🚣 Water🥾 Hiking🏖️ Swimming⛵ Sailing+3
📍 Québec 132, Carleton-sur-Mer, Québec, G0C 1J0

Baie des Chaleurs offers breathtaking marine landscapes with its calm waters and sandy beaches. It is an ideal spot for intermediate paddlers looking to explore the natural beauty of Gaspésie while enjoying a peaceful atmosphere.

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Why go

Just a few hours' drive from the city, the Baie des Chaleurs awaits you with its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking landscapes. It's the perfect spot to escape urban hustle and reconnect with nature.

What to do

Embark on an adventure in a kayak or canoe and explore the hidden coves of the bay. Stand-up paddleboarding is also a great way to glide across the calm waters while enjoying the surrounding scenery. For thrill-seekers, sea kayaking offers a chance to ride the gentle waves. Don’t forget to capture some photos of the picturesque landscapes along your route.

Nearby

After a day of water activities, why not enjoy a picnic on the beach or relax in a quiet spot to admire the sunset over the bay?

Getting there

From the nearest city, expect about a 3 to 4-hour drive to reach the Baie des Chaleurs and enjoy its wonders.

Good to know

Always bring water and snacks for your adventure. Check the weather conditions before heading out, and don’t forget your camera to capture the beauty of the landscapes.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Type
Bay
Avg. depth
10 m
Length
15 km
Place type
Trail
Region
Gaspésie
County
Avignon
Parking
Available
Parking

The stay

Practical info

Trail — recreational canoeing, sea kayaking, recreational kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding.

📍 Contact
Québec 132, Carleton-sur-Mer, Québec, G0C 1J0
County : Avignon
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Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Water activities

  • Canot récréatif
  • Sea kayaking
  • Kayak récréatif
  • Stand-up paddleboard

Facilities

  • Beach

Food & dining

  • Picnic area

Services

  • Borne de recharge électrique

Source: SIT Québec (Tourinsoft) — open data CC-BY 4.0.

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