Forillon National Park of Canada
Camping
Things you should know regarding Cap-Bon-Ami, Petit-Gaspé and Des-Rosiers Campgrounds
Cap-Bon-Ami Campground © Parks Canada/Véronique Lavandier/FNP Collection
Staying in an unspoiled park, soaking up the peace and quiet of nature, breathing in the salt air-all this is enjoyed by campers who use any of the park's 367 semi-serviced campsites. A group campground and three unserviced campgrounds in the backcountry are also available to you.
Campgrounds
| Camping |
Sites |
Other observations |
Petit-Gaspé (South Area) May 28 to September 18, 2011 |
- Wooded campground
- Recreation Centre, swimming pool, bicycle rentals and coin-operated laundry machines nearby n
- Talks at the amphitheatre
- Dumping station at the campground entrance
- Water outlets along the loops
|
Without electricity |
135 |
With electricity |
33 |
Des-Rosiers (North Area) May 14 to October 10, 2011 |
- Semi-wooded campground
- Talks at the amphitheatre
- Dumping station at the campground entrance
- Water outlets along the loops
|
| Without electricity |
113 |
| With electricity |
38 |
Cap-Bon-Ami (North Area) May 28 to September 5, 2011 |
- Tents only
- Unwooded campground
- Lookout and trail nearby
|
| Without electricity |
8 |
Petit-Gaspé Group Campground (South Area) All year |
- Groups of 10 people and more, maximum 60 campers
- Reservations required:
(418) 368-5505
(418) 892-5911 (summer)
|
| Without electricity |
4 areas |
Park Camping fees
Reservations
To ensure that you will have a campsite for your visit to Forillon, it is recommended to use the Parks Canada Campground Reservation Service.
Via the Internet: www.pccamping.ca
By Telephone:
(toll-free line)
Beginning on April 11, 2011, the service will accept reservations for stays between June 20 to August 26, 2011.
Group Camping
For a reservation at the Petit-Gaspé group campground, please call 418-368-5505 or at 418-892-5911, from May 28 to October 10.
Wilderness Camping
Backcountry campsites are located along the Les Crêtes and Les Lacs trails. These sites include basic amenities, such as dry toilets and picnic tables. There is no cost for camping at backcountry sites, but registration at a reception centre or toll kiosk is mandatory. Open-air wood fires are prohibited in all areas of the backcountry.
Information and Rules
- Check-out time is 11 a.m.;
- Wood fires are permitted only in designated fireplaces;
- It is not permitted to use deadwood, tree branches or driftwood as fuel;
For those who haven’t booked…
Nearly 20% of the 360 semi-serviced campsites in the park are available to those who have not booked in advance. These sites are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Restaurants and Lodging Outside the Park
Lodging
There are also private campgrounds (with and without services) near the park. For visitors who prefer other types of lodging, the towns and villages neighbouring the park can accomodate them. There are motels, hotels, inns, cottages, cabines, and many B&B accomodations closeby.
Restaurants
Visitors of Forillon National Park can grab a bite at the Recreation Centre restaurant, located in the south area of the Park.
The restaurant is open from June 4 to September 5 2011.
Besides that, a very diversified catering trade is offered in the surroundings of Forillon. From the friendly snack-bar to the finest regional gastronomy, restaurateurs from the areas are sure to satisfy everyone's appetite!
For more information on Lodging, Restauration, and other Services nearby the park, contact the Chambre de commerce et de tourisme de Gaspé. You can reach them at this address:
Chambre de commerce et de tourisme de Gaspé
27 York Boulevard East
Gaspé, Quebec
G4X 2K9
Phone: (418) 368-8525
Fax: (418) 368-8549
info@cctgaspe.org
www.cctgaspe.org