Chaises Adirondack et vue sur le fjord © Parcs Canada/A.Cossette
Les installations vers le belvédère © Parcs Canada/A.Cossette
Bélugas © Parcs Canada
Vue à vol d'oiseau © M.Dupuis
Observation de mammifères marins © M.Dupuis
141, Route 138 (km 571), Baie-Sainte-Catherine
Parks Canada’s little hidden gem on your way to the Côte-Nord region, Pointe-Noire is one of the best spots to observe beluga whales from the shore. Along the scenic walkway, admire the beautiful scenery of the Saguenay fjord, its high cliffs and Tadoussac bay.
Good to know
Free parking, pets allowed and partially wheelchair accessible (Kéroul).
Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre is located in Baie-Sainte-Catherine (Charlevoix), about 185 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
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Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre is located at 141, Route 138 (km 571), Baie-Sainte-Catherine, in the Charlevoix region. It is about 185 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
Yes: free on-site parking.
Partially: according to the Kéroul assessment, part of the facilities is wheelchair accessible.
Yes: picnic area.
Yes, pets are allowed.
Yes, children are welcome.
Yes, a lookout or observation tower offers a panoramic view.
Yes, groups are welcome, reservation required and with a group rate. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 418 235-4703 or on its website: parcs.canada.ca/amnc-nmca/qc/saguenay.
Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre is one of the outing ideas listed by Sortir au Québec in Baie-Sainte-Catherine. Explore more activities, festivals and discoveries across Québec.
Last updated: June 22, 2026
