The best outdoor activities in Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean

Discover what to do in Saguenay! Known for its winter activities, Saguenay is a city of over 160,000 inhabitants, north of Quebec City. Often linked to Lac Saint-Jean, the region has an exceptional natural setting to discover during activities!

A territory of the Innu before colonisation, traces of life dating back more than 7000 years have been found in Saguenay. A town known for its fur market, Saguenay finally became a colony in 1838. Crossed by the river of the same name, the town benefited from an ideal setting for hunting and developed around this activity. Later, during the 20th century, Saguenay became a real wood and paper mill and allowed the city to industrialize. Finally, after the Second World War, an aluminium smelter was built on the banks of the Saguenay River, a perfect location thanks to the region's powerful waterways.

Located between Lac Saint-Jean and the river of the same name, Saguenay is based around its river. It is also surrounded by the Laurentian nature reserve and the Zec Onatchiway park. The city benefits from an incredible and perfectly balanced natural setting.

Today, Saguenay is committed to strong values: Collaboration, Innovation, Commitment and Integrity. A culture that has been passed down for generations and that makes life in Saguenay so pleasant and enjoyable. And what better way to make life in Saguenay even more pleasant than with dozens of activities to do!

Start slowly by discovering Saguenay and its surroundings on boat trips, hiking or biking to the magnificent Chute aux galets or even on a horseback ride through the city. In winter, you can even discover Saguenay by dog sled or even on skis!

For those who prefer water activities, go rafting down the region's fast-flowing rivers or kayak on Lac Saint-Jean and the Saguenay River.

Before returning to the city, discover the unusual activities of Saguenay! Go deep into the snowy forest, pitch your tent and spend one or more days in a winter campsite for a true Quebec experience! Then take a paragliding flight and enjoy a unique panorama of Saguenay and its extraordinary natural setting. Finally, visit the Saint Félicien wild zoo, north of Lac Saint-Jean, to get as close as possible to the animals! Back in Saguenay, discover the city's go-karting circuit or paintball field for an entertaining activity with friends or family!

So now that you know what to do in Saguenay, it's time to do as many activities as possible and enjoy Quebec!

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