Vue aérienne de la centrale Manic-5 © Hydro-Québec
Visiteurs et vue sur le barrage Daniel-Johnson © Hydro-Québec
Vue de nuit du barrage Daniel-Johnson © Hydro-Québec
Visite du barrage Daniel-Johnson © Hydro-Québec
Visite guidée © Hydro-Québec
Visite à l'intérieur de la centrale © Hydro-Québec
Visite commentée © Hydro-Québec
Centre d'interprétation de la centrale Manic-5 © Hydro-Québec
Visite du centre d'interprétation © Hydro-Québec
Exposition © Hydro-Québec
Québec 389, Rivière-aux-Outardes
Let yourself be mesmerized by Daniel-Johnson dam, the largest multiple-arch-and-buttress dam in the world. The permanent exhibit, Une histoire envoûtante, which takes visitors back to the 1960s when the Manic-5 jobsite was in full swing. Visitors aged 18 years and over must present official photo ID.
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Free admission and free parking.
Other fees may apply. Indicative prices, please check with the establishment.
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Daniel-Johnson Dam and Manic-5 Generating Station (Hydro-Québec) is located at Québec 389, Rivière-aux-Outardes, in the Côte-Nord region.
Yes, admission is free. Some activities or services may have a fee.
Yes: free on-site parking, parking for motor homes (RV) and parking for buses and coaches.
Yes, an electric vehicle charging station is available on site.
Yes: picnic area.
Yes, children are welcome.
On site: restrooms.
Yes, a lookout or observation tower offers a panoramic view.
Yes, guided tours are offered. For groups, they are offered in French and in English.
Yes, groups are welcome, reservation required. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 866 526-2642 or on its website: hydroquebec.com/visites-installations/visites-grand-public/daniel-johnson-manic-5-cote-nord.html.
Daniel-Johnson Dam and Manic-5 Generating Station (Hydro-Québec) is one of the outing ideas listed by Sortir au Québec in Rivière-aux-Outardes. Explore more activities, festivals and discoveries across Québec.
Last updated: June 23, 2026