Sightseeing

Miguasha National Park

📍 231 Rte de Miguasha O, Nouvelle, QC G0C 2E0, Canada

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Gaspé
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: 2-3 hours
Address: 231 Rte de Miguasha O, Nouvelle, QC G0C 2E0, Canada
Coordinates: 48.0333, -66.3167

Introduction

Miguasha National Park (Parc national de Miguasha) is located on the south shore of Baie-des-Chaleurs in Nouvelle, Quebec. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. The park is famous for preserving fossils of fish and plants from the Devonian period, approximately 380 million years ago, which record a key stage in the evolution of fish to tetrapods and are of great scientific significance for understanding vertebrate evolution. The park features a natural history museum displaying precious fossil specimens and offers guided visits to the fossil cliffs.

✨ Highlights

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Devonian fossil site from 380 million years ago

At Miguasha National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Devonian fossil site from 380 million years ago is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Museum displaying precious fish and plant fossil specimens

At Miguasha National Park, Museum displaying precious fish and plant fossil specimens is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Guided fossil cliff visits to learn about vertebrate evolution

At Miguasha National Park, Guided fossil cliff visits to learn about vertebrate evolution is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Microscopes available for observing fossil details

At Miguasha National Park, Microscopes available for observing fossil details is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Transportation：From Quebec City, take Highway 132 east approximately 550 km to Nouvelle; driving is required as there is no direct public transit

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: June 1 to mid-October (approximately October 13), daily 9:00-17:00; admission: Adults approximately CAD$9.85, ages 17 and under free (Sepaq standard admission; online booking recommended).

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Miguasha National Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: June 1 to mid-October (approximately October 13), daily 9:00-17:00; admission: Adults approximately CAD$9.85, ages 17 and under free (Sepaq standard admission; online booking recommended). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.