Hiking in Parc National Du Canada Forillon: trails, map and practical info

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Hiking options and route ideas

The park offers a range of hiking trails for different ability levels, including gentle walks and more challenging treks. If you're looking for a long day on the trail, the structured trail listing for Parc National Du Canada Forillon includes a 67.7 km route with 150 m of elevation gain and an Easy difficulty rating—an option that suggests extended distance without major climbing. For many hikers, though, the standout experiences in Forillon come from choosing specific trails that match the kind of scenery you want most.

The park features multiple named trails including Du Banc Trail (4 km round trip) and others that showcase coastal views, forest settings, and distinctive features like the Cap-des-Rosiers lighthouse and observation tower.

Du Banc Trail: coastal walking and lighthouse views

Du Banc Trail is a 4 km round-trip hike that follows the seashore and offers views of the dramatic Forillon cliffs and the Cap-des-Rosiers lighthouse. This route is accessible from either the Cap-des-Rosiers parking lot or the Visitor Information and Discovery Centre in the North Area, takes 1-2 hours, and gains 44 m of elevation. It can be hiked on foot or by bike.

This trail tends to feel more exposed than wooded routes, offering fresh air and wide-open scenery along the coast. If you're visiting on a day with changing light, the cliffside sections can deliver those stop-and-stare moments where the Gulf looks different every time you turn your head.