Pointe de Rivière-du-Loup
A headland park in Rivière-du-Loup, famed for one of the world's most beautiful sunsets, and home to whale-watching boats and the ferry terminal.
The headland lies north of downtown Rivière-du-Loup, with wooden boardwalks, grassy slopes and gazebos overlooking the wide estuary of the St. Lawrence. In summer the sun sets behind the Charlevoix Mountains across the river, which locals claim is one of the world's most beautiful sunsets. The headland wharf is the departure point for whale-watching tours, which last about three hours and often spot minke, fin and beluga whales. Boats also sail to Hare Island and the Pilgrims Islands. A ferry crosses to Saint-Siméon on the north shore, allowing a loop route that links Rivière-du-Loup with Charlevoix.
Opening hours
Open all day; whale-watching boats June–Oct
Nearby sights
- Musée du Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Parc des Chutes de Rivière-du-Loup
- Notre-Dame-du-Portage
- Île aux Lièvres
- La Maison de la Prune
- Île Verte Lighthouse
- Halte écologique des battures du Kamouraska
- Berceau de Kamouraska