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Parc National du Bic
"At the time of creation, having made the mountains, God asked an angel to distribute them over the surface of the earth. Arriving at Bic, the end of his journey, his cloak was still quite heavy. The angel therefore did what most of us would have done under similar circumstances. Taking off his cloak, he shook it vigorously. According to the legend, this is why there are so many mountains in Bic."
(Legend taken from Michaud, Abbé J.-D., "Les étapes d'une paroisse", 1925.)
Bic, a conservation park
The Bic conservation park was legally formed on October 17, 1984, the purpose being to protect and enhance this exceptionally representative sample of the region, the southern shore of the estuary. This region covers a narrow strip of land along the south shore of the St. Lawrence from Montmagny to Sainte-Anne-des-Monts. Although typical of the area, the Bic terrain stands out from the rest of this natural region because of its alternating capes, rocky headlands, bays and coves that look out onto islands, and also its particular flora.
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Scenery etched by the sea
Covering 33 km2, this area, located in the municipalities of Bic and Saint-Fabien, is characterized by outcrops of rocks that run parallel to the river, indented by former marine terraces. From a geological point of view, the park is part of the vast Appalachian region. Rock formations consist mainly of clay-slate and limestone conglomerates. These formations are heavily folded on a northeast axis. The cold, salt waters of the river have a distinct impact on the physiognomy of the park, playing with its shapes, limiting or encouraging certain species of plant life and wildlife. The tides also have a tremendous influence, with differences of 3 to 5 metres.
A unique and wild landscape to discover
Unique in the "Parcs Québec" network, this coastal marine park is formed by a collection of islets, reefs and capes that jut out into the river. Explore the beautiful scenery etched by the sea while cycling or walking, in company of a naturalist guide or on your own. Take advantage of your visit to spy on small herds of grey seals and harbour seals as well as various colonies of marine birds including common eiders. All along your outing, you will discover the great diversity of flora including rare plants that grow primarily along the rocky capes where the maritime climate encourages their existence. The more common plants join these arctic-alpine and sub-arctic species to enrich the flora of the park. Should you wish to choose a kayak excursion , you will be treated to an entirely different view of the landscape.
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(464 Ko)
