Grotte de Saint-Elzéar
A limestone cave on the Gaspé Peninsula. Visitors descend a ladder roped to a guide to see stalactites and the fossil remains of ancient animals.
The Grotte de Saint-Elzéar lies north of Bonaventure in Saint-Elzéar and is one of Quebec's oldest caves. Inside are stalactites, stalagmites and the remains of ancient animals. Every visit is led by a guide and takes about 1.5 hours. First you walk about 1 km along a forest trail, then you put on safety gear and descend a ladder of about 14 metres into the cave. The cave stays at about 6°C and is damp, so wear warm, non-slip clothing. Children aged 6 and over can take part, and booking in advance is required. The cave was closed for the entire 2025 season due to a shortage of guides and resumed operations in summer 2026. Please check the official website for opening dates.
Opening hours
Summer only, by reservation (suspended in 2025)
Nearby sights
- Bonaventure River
- Bioparc de la Gaspésie
- Musée acadien du Québec
- Mont Saint-Joseph
- Banc de Carleton & Pointe Tracadigash Lighthouse
- Miguasha National Park
- Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site