Canyon des Portes de l'Enfer

Canyon des Portes de l’Enfer (“hell’s gate” canyon) is located 35 km (22 mi.) south of downtown Rimouski. Starting at the 20 m (65 ft.) high Grand Sault Falls, the canyon stretches over more than 5 km (3 mi.) between sheer narrow cliffs reaching heights of up to 90 m (295 ft.). A network of 14 km (9 mi.) of hiking trails provides access to breathtaking views as well as the highest suspension bridge in the province of Québec, which is 63 m (207 ft.) high and 99 m (325 ft.) long. Test your mettle with the Descente aux Enfers (“descent into hell”), a 300-step staircase that takes you down to the level of the Rimouski River. Some 13 km (8 mi.) of mountain bike trails with bike rentals available on site. Learn more about the history of timber driving at a site that pays tribute to the timber drivers of old. Explore the habitat of the beaver and its hidden treasures. Snack bar and wilderness camping (15 sites) also on site.

New in 2012:
Geocaching activity
Portes d’Oniria, a hidden trail created by Dufour

Opening dates

From late May to mid-October

Schedule

From late May to June 22 and from August 27 to mid-October: 9:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. From June 23 to August 26: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Cost

$9.50/adult, $5.00/child aged 5 to 17, $24.00/family. $11.50 for GPS rentals for geocaching activity. Group rates also available.

Note for this reservation

Required for groups only

Payment methods

• Cash
• Interac
• Visa

Activities available in spring

Cycling

Intermediate mountain bike trails over 13 km (8 mi.) through the forest. Bike rentals available on site.

Hiking

14 km (9 mi.) of hiking trails and spectacular view of the canyon. Highest suspension bridge in the province (63 m or 207 ft. high). Descente aux Enfers (300-step "descent into hell") and Grand Sault and Chaud falls ( both 20 m or 65 ft. high).

Interpretation Sites

Discover interpretation panels all along the hiking trails with information about timber driving, white-tailed deer, beavers, red squirrels and various birds. Explore the new 1.8 km (1.12-mi.) beaver trail.

See what this partner is offering in fall or in summer.

Services

• Picnic area
• Pets allowed on leashes only
• Boutique
• Restaurant or snack bar
• Free parking

How to get there

Located on Chemin Duchénier in Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski, via Route 232 or Highway 20, exit 610.

Affiliations and distinctions

Affiliation
Tourisme Bas-Saint-Laurent

Distinction
Certified as part of the network of Québec hiking trails by the Québec Hiking Federation (FQM) in 2011
Winner of a Québec Tourism Award (Grand Prix du tourisme québécois) in the "Outdoor Recreation" category in 2008 and 2010