Jacques-Cartier National Park covers 670 km2 of boreal forest and glacial valleys in the heart of the Laurentians. Only 40 kilometers from Quebec City, it offers untouched wild nature, accessible in less than an hour from Old Quebec.

The Jacques-Cartier Valley is the jewel of the park: a deep valley carved by glaciers, whose steep walls plunge towards the turquoise river. From the perched viewpoints, one can embrace a panorama that seems to belong to another era, before human presence.

In autumn, the colors of the boreal forest transform the valley into a living painting: the oranges, reds, and yellows of the deciduous trees contrast with the dark green of the spruces. It is one of the most beautiful Indian Summer experiences in Quebec.

Jacques-Cartier Park is home to one of Quebec's most accessible woodland caribou populations. These emblematic animals of the taiga can be observed on high-altitude trails, particularly in spring and autumn. Moose are also common in the marshy areas of the valley.

Birds of prey nest in the valley's cliffs: golden eagles, great horned owls, and red-tailed hawks establish their territory here. For ornithologists, the Jacques-Cartier is an exceptional observation circuit, enriched by the diversity of forest habitats.

The river is populated with brook trout and brown trout. Trout fishing is a popular activity in the park, subject to strict regulations that guarantee the health of fish populations in these preserved waters.