Iles-de-la-Madeleine Parks & Gardens
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Parks & Gardens in Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
La Cote
The pretty park of La Côte is located at L'Étang-du-Nord's harbour, and is visited by those looking for a stroll, a chat with friends, or a quiet moment to reflect. The centre of the park is adorned with a large sculpture, a pride of the island.
Île Boudreau
The Île Boudreau is a protected piece of national parkland, where hikers enjoy several kilometres of inland and seaside trails. The island is often reached by kayak and is the perfect place for a picnic. It is also possible to walk there via a narrow strip of sand.
Rocher-aux-Oiseaux Migratory Bird Sanctuary
Surrounded by sea and difficult to approach, the Rocher-aux-Oiseaux Migratory Bird Sanctuary, located approximately 32 kilometres (20 miles) mortheast of Grosse-Île, is a natural sanctuary for aquatic birds such as petrels, razorbills, gulls and murres. High rock walls and tricky currents make the boat trip in a challenge for even the most experienced sailors.
Île-Brion Ecological Reserve
Located on the difficult-to-get-to Île-Brion, the Île-Brion Ecological Reserve is a time capsule preserving the island in its original condition. Its forest alone houses more than 140 different species of birds. and the unique vegetation consists of many endangered plants and grasses.
Réserve Nationale de Faune
The Reserve Nationale de Fauna protects vital lands used by several threatened species of birds, include the piping plover and horned grebe. The wetlands of Pointe de l'Est are where most of the rarest breeds can be spotted.
East Point National Wildlife Reserve
Protected by the Canadian Wildlife Service, the East Point National Wildlife Reserve protects a large portion of Grosse-Île, which is an example of the Îles de la Madeleines' singular landscapes. Several species of wildlife, including shorbirds and ducks, use the area as a major site of landing during their migratory process. Enter from L'Échouerie and Les Maries Salés
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