Montreal‑to‑Gaspésie 2‑Day Camper Adventure (Dog Friendly)

Day 1: Montreal → Rimouski → Forillon National Park

Morning: Depart Montreal early and head east on Autoroute 20. After about 4 hours of scenic driving, stop at Rimouski for a quick walk along the waterfront promenade, where your dog can stretch its legs.

Afternoon: Continue along Route 132, crossing the stunning Chaleur Bay, and arrive at Forillon National Park. Set up camp at the dog‑friendly Camping de la Baie de la Montagne and enjoy a short hike to the Cap-Gaspé Lighthouse for breathtaking sea views.

Evening: Return to the campsite to prepare dinner on the portable stove. After sunset, relax by the campfire (where permitted) and let your dog explore the nearby forest trails under the stars.

Day 2: Forillon → Percé → Return to Montreal

Morning: Pack up and drive to Percé, a scenic 2‑hour ride along the coast. Park the camper at the Camping de la Plage, a dog‑friendly site just steps from the water.

Afternoon: Take the short ferry (dog‑allowed) to Bonaventure Island for a guided walk among the famous gannet colonies and enjoy a picnic on the beach. Return to the mainland and explore the charming village of Percé, strolling the pedestrian street with your pup.

Evening: Begin the drive back toward Montreal, stopping for dinner in Matane before continuing the journey home. Arrive late night in Montreal, with memories of the Gaspésie coast.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Fuel (round trip 1,400 km) – Approx. 12 hours driving – $180
• Camping de la Baie de la Montagne (night 1) – 12 hours stay – $35
• Forillon National Park entry – 3 hours – $10
• Camping de la Plage (night 2) – 12 hours stay – $40
• Ferry to Bonaventure Island (dog ticket) – 1 hour – $12
• Park fees & attractions (Percé, lighthouse) – 2 hours – $8
• Meals & groceries – 2 days – $80
• Miscellaneous (dog waste bags, tolls) – – $15
• Total Estimated Cost: $380

Tips

If you have extra time, add an extra day to explore the Chic‑Chocs Mountains and hike the Mount Albert trail for alpine vistas. To shorten the trip, skip the ferry to Bonaventure Island and spend more time in Percé town, or cut the return route by staying overnight in Matane and driving straight back to Montreal the next morning.