ST. MAURICE WILDLIFE RESERVE

Réserve faunique du Saint-Maurice (784 km²) is a wild, natural haven dotted with numerous waterways (245 lakes and a dozen rivers) teeming with aquatic and terrestrial wildlife. Created in 1963, it was once a territory reserved for hunting and fishing clubs as early as 1886. It offers excellent recreational potential for anglers and sport hunters.

There is only one reception station, open from mid-May to early November: Matawin, on the right bank of the Saint-Maurice River, 2 km south of the bridge over the river (passage charged by the Corporation du Pont Mékinac).

Points of interest: Dunbar Falls, sandy shores of Lac Normand. Truly unspoiled nature for outdoor enthusiasts.

Wildlife: moose, black bear, hare and over a hundred species of birds, including ruffed grouse, heron and loon.

Lodging: cabins, Horizon cabins, rustic camp, Étoile ready-to-camp, camping.

Equipment rentals: watercraft, motors, personal flotation devices (included with watercraft rentals), bait sales, access rights and hunting and fishing licenses. Convenience store at Lac Normand.

Activities: water sports, canoe-camping (22 km circuit), moose and bear hunting, small game hunting (by the day and with accommodation), wildlife observation, forest gathering, wading, fishing by the day or with accommodation, cycling, hiking (over 40 km), dog sledding.