Côte-Nord

Sault-aux-Cochons River

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About

The Sault-aux-Cochons River flows 159 km from Breault Lake to the St. Lawrence at Forestville, offering excellent family-friendly canoe-camping through the Zec de Forestville. This easy-intermediate river features mostly calm waters with Class I-II rapids, plus fascinating geological formations including potholes carved by historical log drives. Paddlers experience diverse Canadian Shield landscapes through canyon sections and past remnants of the forestry era. The river is fully canoeable with established camping facilities and detailed guide maps available. Access is well-developed through the ZEC system with parking at Lac Grace and shuttle services available.

Highlights

Family-friendlyZEC facilitiesHistorical loggingGeological featuresCanyon scenery
Best season: June-September

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difficulty level of Sault-aux-Cochons River?

The difficulty of Sault-aux-Cochons River varies by section.

When is the best time to canoe Sault-aux-Cochons River?

The best time is June-September.

Where is Sault-aux-Cochons River located?

Sault-aux-Cochons River is located in the Côte-Nord region of Canada.

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Sources

cartespleinair.org · store.avenza.com · zecforestville.reseauzec.com · wikipedia.org