The best camping near Matane

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Matane offers much to visitors, namely its status as the gateway to the many national parks and camping spots on the Gaspé Peninsula. Dig into some cold-water prawns (for which Matane is famous); walk the indie boutiques, artisan stores, and coffeeshops downtown; then wander the waterfront's marinas, lighthouse, and boardwalks. On the south shore of the St. Lawrence River, Matane is a great first stop on any Gaspé Peninsula road trip, with plenty of places to camp along the way.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Matane

Vans et Marées - Ste-Flavie

1. Vans et Marées - Ste-Flavie

63km from Matane · 5 sites
Vans et Marées est un lieu d'accueil en autonomie complète situé au bord du fleuve Saint-Laurent à Sainte-Flavie, conçu pour les voyageurs en van aménagé et véhicule récréatif compact. Né du désir d'offrir une expérience simple, authentique et respectueuse de l'environnement, Vans et Marées propose de vastes emplacements où les visiteurs peuvent se reconnecter au rythme des marées, profiter des paysages maritimes du Bas-Saint-Laurent et vivre des moments de détente loin du tourisme de masse. Ici, le luxe se trouve dans l'espace, les couchers de soleil sur le fleuve, les ciels étoilés et la proximité avec la nature. Vans & Tides is a fully self-sufficient camping destination located along the shores of the St. Lawrence River in Sainte-Flavie, designed for travelers with campervans and compact recreational vehicles. Created with the vision of offering a simple, authentic, and environmentally respectful experience, Vans & Tides features spacious campsites where guests can reconnect with the rhythm of the tides, take in the stunning maritime landscapes of the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, and enjoy peaceful moments away from crowded tourist destinations. Here, luxury is found in the open space, breathtaking sunsets over the river, star-filled skies, and a close connection to nature.
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P'tite Vue Sur Champs

2. P'tite Vue Sur Champs

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69km from Matane · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Simplement un bout de ma cour avec vu sur un petit champs. 1 maison voisine -Accès eau potable et rivière à saumon à 5min à pieds. -WiFi -BBQ -Feu de camp -Divan zen double Chiens normalement interdit, mais on peut discuter. Il me fera plaisir de vous guider pour les différentes activités de la région: -Randonnées pour tous les goûts -Via Ferrata -Chute Philomène -Plage de belles roches -Restos sans gluten -Petits cafés
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Matane camping guide

When to go

Matane is a year-round destination with some seasonal amenities. If touring the region and looking to take advantage of major attractions, cafes, and restaurants, pretty much everything is open from June to October. Winter in this area is amazing though, with skiing, snowmobiling, dogsledding, and many more fun snow activities on offer—plus winter camping in Gaspésie National Park and beyond.

Know before you go

  • Matane has a full schedule of summer events, concerts, and festivals, so it's worth checking dates in advance to see what's on when you are there.
  • Matane offers multiple places to charge electric vehicles. 
  • Most people you encounter in Matane will speak English, though this may be at varying levels. Having a translation app ready on your phone can be handy.
  • Matane has several outdoor outfitters where it's possible for campers to pick up gear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Just outside of Matane, there is a ski hill known for its abundant powder, fantastic snowboarding park, and nine kilometres of slopes with a peak elevation of 385 metres. In winter, visitors can choose from 19 runs, or take it easy with tobogganing or sledding. Winter camping is also available in Gaspésie National Park and beyond. You can also explore different options for camping near Matane on Hipcamp.

Matane is a year-round destination with some seasonal amenities. If touring the region and looking to take advantage of major attractions, cafes, and restaurants, pretty much everything is open from June to October. Matane also has a full schedule of summer events, concerts, and festivals, so it's worth checking dates in advance to see what's on when you are there.

Home to Québec's highest peaks, the Appalachian mountains carved into Gaspésie National Park create a natural playland of waterways and valleys for adventurers. The park is one of Québec's best destinations for backcountry campers thanks to the possibility of spotting roaming moose and caribou while hiking or kayaking through the wild nature. Matane Wildlife Reserve also offers superb fishing, hiking, and kayaking, with a very good chance of spotting moose and black bears. You can also explore different options for camping near Matane on Hipcamp.

Visitors to Matane can enjoy walking the indie boutiques, artisan stores, and coffeeshops downtown, as well as wandering the waterfront's marinas, lighthouse, and boardwalks. Matane is also a great first stop on any Gaspé Peninsula road trip, with plenty of places to camp along the way.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field