Penouille Peninsula
Penouille
A sand spit reaching into Gaspé Bay, with calm, shallow beaches, a lagoon and a flat seaside path. Well suited to families.
Penouille is a sand spit on the north shore of Forillon Park that reaches into Gaspé Bay. The water here is warmer and shallower, making it the park's best beach for swimming. From the visitor centre, you can reach the tip of the spit along a flat path or by bike in about 2 km, passing lagoons, salt marshes and northern coniferous forest where seabirds can be seen. In summer, a little train shuttles visitors, and there are picnic areas. A national park pass is required.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 08:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Fort Péninsule
- Musée de la Gaspésie
- Christ-Roi Cathedral of Gaspé
- Haldimand Beach
- Forillon National Park
- Gespeg Mi'gmaq Interpretation Site
- Mont Saint-Alban Lookout Tower
- Forillon Whale-Watching Cruise