White sand, clear blue waters, a horizon that seems to go on forever. You're probably thinking of some faraway beach on the other side of the world, like Tahiti or Fiji. But what if I told you that there was a place like that right here in Quebec? Well, there is, and its name is Parc national du Bic. You read that correctly — it's right in our own backyard. Editor's Choice: A Second Shark Has Been Tracked Swimming In The Gulf Of Saint Lawrence This national park is just over five hours from Montreal, but it's totally worth it when you see these views. While you may want to say sea the views, it's actually not a sea. It's not even the Atlantic Ocean — not yet anyway. The park is actually located along the St. Lawrence River estuary, just before reaching the ocean. Yep, the same river that's here in Montreal, if you can believe it. And because it's so close to the ocean, you get that crisp ocean breeze as you make your way through the gorgeous terrain. Don't be surprised if you even see seals on the shore. You'll see some impressive wildlife and greenery, too. Covering over 30 kilometres of capes, bays, coves, islands and mountains, the park feels as endless as the water and there's more to see and discover at every turn. View this post on Instagram Forêts boréales intactes, fjord vertigineux, lacs interminables et plages de sable sont autant de paysages à explorer avec la carte annuelle de la Sépaq offerte à moitié prix. En vente sur le site de @reseausepaq ! 🌲 // Untouched boreal forests, a dizzying fjord, endless lakes and sandy beaches. Get to know these endless landscapes with unlimited access to our parks with half off the annual Sépaq card. Available on @reseausepaq website! 🌲 . 📸: @preparetavalise . #BonjourQuebec A post shared by Bonjour Québec (@tourismequebec) on Jun 22, 2020 at 6:05am PDT Being such an idyllic location, it's a great spot for hiking, swimming, kayaking and a wide range of activities. Plus, there are campsites and cabins on the grounds because we know you're not gonna want to leave. And although it feels like you're in the South Pacific, it's definitely cheaper than a flight. Just $8.90 gets you a day pass. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Claudia Goulet-Blais (@c.gouletblais) on Jul 20, 2020 at 5:48pm PDT So about the same price as a water bottle at the airport. The park is just one of the many amazing and surprising places here in Quebec, but the beauty of having such a beautiful province is that there's always more to see and do. View this post on Instagram Petit souvenir de notre roadtrip au @bassaintlaurent l’été dernier! 🚗🌲 D’ailleurs, on a documenté notre périple complet sur le blogue! Consultez nos 7 articles de chaque MRC pour vous inspirer pour vos vacances dans la région! 💙 Vivement le mois d’août pour notre prochain séjour au BSL et en Gaspésie! 😍 . Si vous avez des recommandations, on est preneuses! 👇🏼😄 A post shared by Tourisme & Plein air (@fillesdunord) on Jul 19, 2020 at 5:33pm PDT And Parc national du Bic is no exception. Parc National du Bic Price: $8.90 per adult for a day pass Address: 3382, route 132 O., Le Bic, QC View this post on Instagram Ce que l’on aime le plus lors de nos voyages au Québec, c’est la facilité avec laquelle on peut se retrouver au contact de la grande nature. La vraie, l’immense, celle dans laquelle on se sent tout petit et où l’on ne demande rien d’autre que les choses les plus simples. C’est un fait : plus les années passent et plus on aime chercher l’évasion dans les endroits les plus reculés ! Autant dire que l’on est servi de ce côté au Québec. La province regorge d’endroits tous plus secrets et authentiques les uns que les autres. Bref, à quoi vous fait penser cette petite île ? #quebecoriginal A post shared by 👫 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐞 & 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐨 + 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐨 👼🏻 (@preparetavalise) on Oct 22, 2019 at 12:31am PDT Website NOW WATCH We Found 3 Of Montreal’s Massive ‘Sleeping Giants’ Hidden In Plain Sight (VIDEO)
