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Dramatic fjord cutting through the Quebec shield
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About Saguenay Fjord
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
Year-round
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January
-10C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
-9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
-3C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
May
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
July
23C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
August
22C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
September
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
October
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
2C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
-5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
The Saguenay Fjord cuts nearly 100km inland through Quebec, its sheer cliffs rising directly from deep, cold water carved by glaciers. Saguenay Fjord National Park offers some of the region's best hiking, with clifftop trails like the Cap Trinité overlook giving sweeping views down the fjord, while boat and kayak trips bring you close to its towering rock walls.
Best areas to stay in Saguenay Fjord
Saguenay Fjord National Park
The main park area with hiking trails along the fjord's cliffs, including the Cap Trinité lookout.
Sainte-Rose-du-Nord
A small village on the fjord's edge with a marina and pleasant lookout points.
L'Anse-Saint-Jean
A picturesque village with a covered bridge, often used as a base for kayaking trips.
Tadoussac
The town at the fjord's mouth where it meets the St. Lawrence, also a base for whale watching.
Getting to Saguenay Fjord
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Flights
Fly into Quebec City (YQB), then drive 2-2.5 hours to the fjord region.
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From London
~8-9 hours from London via Montreal or Quebec City, plus the drive.
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Getting around
A car is needed to reach trailheads and villages; boat tours depart from several points along the fjord.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to experience the Saguenay Fjord?
A combination of hiking the clifftop trails in Saguenay Fjord National Park and taking a boat or kayak trip on the water gives the best sense of scale.
How do I get to the Saguenay Fjord?
Most visitors drive from Quebec City, around 2-2.5 hours, or arrive via Tadoussac at the fjord's mouth.
What is the Cap Trinité lookout?
A clifftop viewpoint reached by hiking trail in Saguenay Fjord National Park, overlooking a statue of the Virgin Mary set into the cliff face below.
Is the Saguenay Fjord good for kayaking?
Yes — guided kayak tours paddle close to the cliffs and occasionally encounter seals, with calmer water than the open St. Lawrence.
When is the best time to visit?
June to September for hiking and water activities; the surrounding hills are also striking with autumn colour in late September and October.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
The Cap Trinité hike was tough but the view down the fjord at the top was unforgettable, especially with the autumn colours starting.
Mireille L. · September 2024
★★★★★
Kayaked close to the cliffs near L'Anse-Saint-Jean and the scale of the fjord really hits you from the water. Saw seals too.
Adam G. · July 2023
★★★★☆
Stopped at Sainte-Rose-du-Nord on the drive around the fjord, a lovely quiet spot. Combined the trip with Tadoussac for whale watching.
Brigitte O. · August 2024
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