Rivière Rimouski offers diverse paddling from easy to advanced levels with 9 rapids, 3 portages, and 6 established campsites along its 28 accessible kilometers. This tea-colored river flows from the Notre-Dame Mountains through wilderness areas to downtown Rimouski, featuring steep gradients, waterfalls including Grand Sault, and 61 pools. The river provides excellent access to both urban amenities and wilderness experiences, with salmon fishing opportunities and varied landscapes from cliffs to forested valleys. Multiple access points and established camping make it popular for multi-day trips.
Rimouski River is rated R1-2, R1-R2, R2, R2+S3, R3, S1-2, S3+S5, avancé, facile, intermédiaire.
The best time is May-September.
Rimouski River is located in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region of Canada.
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