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Parc National des Grands-Jardins   © Christian Ouellette/Sépaq

Parc national des Grands-Jardins

Mont-du-Lac-des-Cygnes Visitors Centre · Saint-Urbain

A memorable getaway awaits you at this park showcasing the beauty of the boreal forest and tundra. Delve into a black spruce forest carpeted in lichen. The summit of Mont du Lac-des-Cygnes offers a unique place to discover the Charlevoix crater. 

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Free parking, pets allowed and Wi-Fi.

Contact details

Mont-du-Lac-des-Cygnes Visitors Centre
Saint-Urbain, Québec
Canada
47.66564700, -70.62746100
Arthabaska Discovery and Services Centre
Saint-Urbain, Québec
Canada
47.66564700, -70.62746100

Mont-du-Lac-des-Cygnes Visitors Centre

Saint-Urbain

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Getting there

Parc national des Grands-Jardins is located in Saint-Urbain (Charlevoix), about 105 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.

Parking
Free on-site parking

On site

Recreational and cultural activities

  • Workshop
  • Interpretation / observation of nature
  • Self-guided tour
  • Guided tour

Land sports activities

  • Hiking
  • Snowshoeing
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Nordic skiing
  • Ski hok 

Water sports activities

  • Recreational canoeing
  • Recreational kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP)

High-altitude sports activities

  • Rock climbing
  • Via ferrata

Types of accommodation available

  • Cabin, tiny house
  • Equipped campsite (1, 2 or 3 services)
  • Winter camping
  • Cottage
  • Ready-to-camp
  • Refuge
  • Prospector's tent

Accommodation · Environment

  • On the ground
  • In a protected area

Sports and leisure

  • Waxing room

Infrastructure and equipment

  • Heated shelter / relay
  • Lookout / observation tower

Comfort and amenities

  • Restrooms

Restaurant and food services

  • Picnic area

Transportation

  • Baggage transport

Rental

  • Walking sticks
  • Recreational canoe
  • Rowboat
  • Walking crampon
  • Fishing equipment
  • Recreational kayak
  • Stand-up paddle board
  • Snowshoes
  • Ski hok

Visitor services

  • Internet access : wireless
  • Shop
  • Convenience store
  • Drinking water
  • Ice

Groups

  • Group rate

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Frequently asked questions

Where is Parc national des Grands-Jardins located?

Parc national des Grands-Jardins is located at Saint-Urbain, in the Charlevoix region. It is about 105 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.

Is there parking?

Yes: free on-site parking.

Can I eat on site?

Yes: picnic area.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Is there Internet access?

Yes, wireless Internet access (Wi-Fi) is available.

What activities are available on site?

Hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, nordic skiing, ski hok  and recreational canoeing, among others.

What amenities are available on site?

On site: restrooms and shop.

Can I rent equipment on site?

Yes, available for rent: walking sticks, recreational canoe, rowboat, walking crampon, fishing equipment and recreational kayak, among others.

Is there a scenic viewpoint?

Yes, a lookout or observation tower offers a panoramic view.

Are there guided tours?

Yes, guided tours are offered.

Are groups welcome?

Yes, groups are welcome, 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 418 439-1227 or on its website: sepaq.com/pq/grj.

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Last updated: January 7, 2026

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