Penouille trail and beach

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Penouille trail and beach

The Penouille sand spit presents a mosaic of rich and diversified habitats that are different from the rest of the park territory. On the south side, its beaches entertain bathers and on the north side, the salt marsh fulfills the curious naturalists. And in between, an easy trail guides contemplative walkers toward the end point.

Parking for persons with disabilities.

Information and reservation

You can borrow an adapted electric cart free of charge to access the beach, the trail and the tip of Penouille more easily. It is accessible to people in a wheelchair and to people with reduced mobility to help cross the 10% starting slope safely.

Reservations are required.

For information: Penouille Visitor Centre or

   418-368-5505

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View from above, the parking lot and the Penouille Visitor Centre as well as Gaspé Bay.

Overview point, parking lot and Penouille Visitor Centre.


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The Penouille Visitor Centre seen from the outside.

The Penouille Visitor Centre is near the parking lot and has a café, gift shop and washrooms. All these services are available.


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A woman prepares to give another woman in a wheelchair a ride in an adapted electric cart. The vehicle is located at the top of the slope leading to Penouille Beach.

You can borrow an adapted electric cart free of charge to access the beach, the trail and the tip of Penouille more easily. It is accessible to people in a wheelchair and to people with reduced mobility to help cross the 10% starting slope safely.

For information on availability ask the Penouille Visitor Centre or call 418-368-5505. Reservations are required.


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An adapted electric vehicle goes down the slope leading to Penouille Beach.

You can borrow an adapted electric cart free of charge to access the beach, the trail and the tip of Penouille more easily. It is accessible to people in a wheelchair and to people with reduced mobility to help cross the 10% starting slope safely.

For information on availability ask the Penouille Visitor Centre or call 418-368-5505 during off season. Reservations are required.


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A man in a wheelchair on Penouille Beach goes to the sea on a universal mat placed on the sand.

A universal accessibility mat, Mobi-mat, facilitates access to the beach by providing a firm surface to approach the sea. It is practical for wheelchairs, walkers, and even strollers. It is permanently installed for the summer, and is accessible to anyone for free.


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A woman pushes a man sitting in an all-terrain wheelchair on the Penouille Beach sand. We can see Gaspé Bay in the background.

The Mobi-chair is available to rent for free to people with reduced mobility wishing to enjoy the Penouille Beach. It allows its users to swim, as its large wheels and armrests act as floats, providing very good stability in the water.

Reservations recommended. For information call 418-368-5505 or ask the Penouille Visitor Centre.


© Parks Canada / Roger St-Laurent

 

A man in a wheelchair heads along the wooden walkway of the Penouille trail. We see the salt marsh in the background.

A portion of the paved trail is on a planked boardwalk of approximately 500 m, a 1 km round trip.


© Parks Canada / Roger St-Laurent

 

The service building located at the tip of Penouille Point has an access ramp.

The service building and the washrooms at the end of the point have a ramp. Take advantage of the picnic area and playground: A true peaceful haven. The ground is sandy under the playground equipment.


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