Nature & Wildlife

Bonaventure Island National Park and Percé Rock

Percé, Quebec

One of the world's largest gannet coloniesIconic Percé Rock geological formationHarbor seal sightingsAccessible and rewarding hiking trailsRich historical interpretive contentSpectacular coastal and wildlife scenery

About Bonaventure Island National Park and Percé Rock

Bonaventure Island National Park is home to one of the world's most spectacular northern gannet colonies, alongside harbor seals and rich coastal wildlife. A moderately easy hike across the island leads visitors through forest trails and historic interpretive sites before arriving at the breathtaking seabird cliffs. Combined with views of the legendary Percé Rock, this is an unmissable Gaspésie experience.

Things to Do

Hiking island trails

Hiking island trails

Gannet colony viewing

Gannet colony viewing

Seal watching

Seal watching

Boat tour around Percé Rock

Boat tour around Percé Rock

Birdwatching

Birdwatching

Wildlife photography

Wildlife photography

Historical site exploration

Historical site exploration

Swimming at island beaches

Swimming at island beaches