6 steps to follow, where to stay, where to eat and more! PRACTICAL INFO
 
 
 
Saint-Fabien
 
 
Photo: Patric Nadeau/Tourisme Bas-Saint-Laurent
 
6 Steps to Help You Plan Your Snowmobile Trip
 
 

Sled season is fast approaching, which means it’s time to start planning your snowmobile trip in Eastern Québec! 😃 To make things easier for you, we have prepared a list of the steps you need to follow to be 100% ready to chase the snow trails in our regions. Here they are.

 
 
 
 
Matapédia Valley
 
 
Photo: Dany Vachon/Tourisme Gaspésie
 
 
 
Sledding in Eastern Québec:
Why Our Regions Are Safe Snowmobile Destinations
 

Did you know that, in addition to being renowned for their spectacular scenery, the regions of Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie and Côte-Nord have a reputation for being very safe snowmobile destinations? Find out more here!

 
 
F.-A.-Gauthier
 
 
Photo: Société des traversiers du Québec
 
 
 
Ride Farther:
Cross the St. Lawrence aboard the MV F.-A.-Gauthier
 

Would you like to enjoy an unusual and unforgettable experience? Board the ferry linking the regions of Côte-Nord and Gaspésie on your snowmobile and explore both shores of the St. Lawrence during the same trip! Find out more here!

 
 
 
 
Contest
 
 
Domaine Valga
 
 
Photo: 5Mphotographie
 
 
 
Where to Stay
 

Here are some of the accommodations in our regions offering amenities and services that will appeal to snowmobilers:

 
 
Riôtel Matane
 
 
Photo: Dany Vachon/Tourisme Gaspésie
 
 
 
Where to Eat
 

Whether you prefer grilled meat dishes, fish and seafood or comforting home-cooked meals, you will find plenty of restaurants in the maritime regions of Québec where you can enjoy a delicious meal after a day on the trails. Click here for a list of places to add to your itinerary!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Open House Event
 

On February 3 and 4, 2024, ride the snowmobile trails of Eastern Québec for free during the open house event organized by the Québec federation of snowmobile clubs (FCMQ). Register here to obtain your free temporary trail permit!

 
 
 
  Trail Permit
 
  Trail Maps
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Everything You Need to Know about Snowmobiling in Our Regions
 

 

Visit our Snowmobiling page for:

  • Ride ideas
  • Offers designed specifically for snowmobilers
  • Practical information
  • Must-see sites
  • And more!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Coming Soon…
 

In our next newsletter, discover all the sites not to miss on a snowmobile trip in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie or Côte-Nord.

 
 
 
 
Le Québec maritime, 84, rue Saint-Germain Est, bureau 205, Rimouski, Québec G5L 1A6, Canada