Randonnée et pont suspendu, SLSTJ © Contact Nature

Belvédère et chute glacée, Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean © Contact Nature

Camping près de la rivière, SLSTJ © Contact Nature

Belvédère et paysage, Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean © Contact Nature

Interprétation, Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean © Contact Nature

Pêche blanche sur le fjord, SLSTJ © Laurent Silvani

Observation ours noirs, Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean © Contact Nature

Pêche blanche sur le fjord, SLSTJ © Contact Nature

Randonnée et pont suspendu, SLSTJ © Contact Nature

Rabaska dans la baie, Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean © Contact Nature

Belvédère et paysage, Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean © Contact Nature

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Rivière-à-Mars (Contact Nature)

Centre plein air Bec-Scie · 7400 Chemin des Chutes, Saguenay

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In the respect of our nature!Experience Contact Nature in all seasons and discover the fjord and its surroundings through hiking, camping, salmon fishing and ice fishing! Contact Nature’s mission is to protect and enhance the natural environment for educational and recreational purposes. Contact Nature is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect and enhance natural environments for educational and recreational purposes.

Good to know

Free parking, pets allowed and partially wheelchair accessible (Kéroul).

Contact details

Centre plein air Bec-Scie
7400 Chemin des Chutes, Saguenay, Québec G7B 3N8

1 418 697-5458

Region: Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

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Getting there

Rivière-à-Mars (Contact Nature) is located in Saguenay (Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean), about 165 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.

Parking

Free on-site parking

Transportation services

Signposted access (blue signs)

Get directions

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On site

Recreational and cultural activities

Interpretation / observation of nature

Land sports activities

Hiking
Snowshoeing
Cross-country skiing
Backcountry skiing / alpine hiking

Water sports activities

Recreational canoeing
Sea kayaking
Fishing
Ice fishing
Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP)
Rabaska

Types of accommodation available

Winter camping
Rustic camping
Cottage
Ready-to-camp
Prospector's tent

Accommodation · Environment

On the ground

Restaurant and food services

Picnic area

Admitted customers

Teens
Adults
Childrens

Groups

Entertainment available
Reservation required
Group rate
Guided tour in english
Guided tour in french

Pets

Pets allowed

Accessibility (Keroul)

Partial access
Adapted activities / equipment (according to the operator)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Rivière-à-Mars (Contact Nature) located?

Rivière-à-Mars (Contact Nature) is located at 7400 Chemin des Chutes, Saguenay, in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region. It is about 165 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.

Is there parking?

Yes: free on-site parking.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Partially: according to the Kéroul assessment, part of the facilities is wheelchair accessible. According to the operator, adapted activities or equipment are also available.

Can I eat on site?

Yes: picnic area.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Is it a good outing with children?

Yes, children are welcome.

What activities are available on site?

Hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, backcountry skiing / alpine hiking, recreational canoeing and sea kayaking, among others.

Are there guided tours?

Guided tours are offered to groups, in French and in English.

Are groups welcome?

Yes, groups are welcome, reservation required and with a group rate. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.

How can I contact the establishment?

You can reach the establishment by phone at 418 697-5458 or on its website: contact-nature.ca.

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Rivière-à-Mars (Contact Nature) is one of the outing ideas listed by Sortir au Québec in Saguenay. Explore more activities, festivals and discoveries across Québec.

Last updated: January 7, 2026