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Love at First Sight!

The Megantic region warmly welcomes vacationers who come from everywhere to admire the beauty of its natural scenery. Only 2½ hours from Montreal and 2 hours from Quebec City, discover exceptional natural sites and unique attractions, immerse yourself in the infinite beauty of lakes and mountain landscapes, experience art and a wonderful unique culture, and especially don’t miss the chance to savour local gastronomic delights!

	Grand Lac St-François A grand lake lined by several municipalities, each offering panoramic views of the area’s scenery. Great fishing, vacation facilities, aquatic and outdoor activities at the Parc national de Frontenac, marina and boat ramp. Fish varieties: small mouth bass, northern pike, walleye, muskellunge, brook trout, landlocked salmon, grey trout and other species.
	Lac Aux Araignées Peaceful lake with public access. Beautiful sandy beach. Superb view of natural surroundings. Aquatic activities and good fishing.
	Mont Gosford Mount Gosford (1 193 m) is the second highest summit in southern Quebec. Nature observation and network of hiking trails. From the high observation tower, enjoy an exceptional 360o view of majestic border mountains rising up from the region’s agricultural plains.
	Parc national de Frontenac Located on the periphery of the grand Lake St. Francis, a magnificent 51 k2 body of water, the park is made up of hills, vales and mountain ridges characteristic of Estrie, Beauce and Bellechasse. Rich natural marshlands and forested hillsides invite you to discover Mother Nature’s bounty. 200 bird varieties and at least 30 kinds of mammals to please all nature lovers!
	Parc national du Mont-Mégantic Within the Parc national du Mont-Mégantic are found some of the highest summits of southern Quebec and these offer most spectacular panoramas. The mountains, valleys, ridges and hillsides of the park define its unique geomorphology and reveal a very impressive natural milieu. Explore the new International Dark Sky Reserve via an astronomy research centre, a nature and astronomy interpretation centre, as well as a public observatory that lets you explore both the Earth and the stars.
	Lac Mégantic Here nature is generous and spectacular, a splendid lakefront with mountains on the horizon, and here the townspeople possess an innate sense of hospitality. Choose from a variety of activities either aquatic or on land. Enjoy a historical walking tour or relax at the Parc des Vétérans. Experience another sort of adventure on board a sightseeing boat that offers guided cruises and enables you to observe panoramic vistas from a different angle.
	Lac-Drolet et St-Sébastien  La Maison du Granit and the story of stone’s voyage through time! Here in an ancient granite quarry, discover both traditional stone-cutting methods and the know-how of modern industry. Historic and thematic exhibits, stone-cutting workshop, spectacular panorama, interpretation of the landscape, and walking trails.
	Piopolis Village The Pope’s village on the west bank of Lake Megantic founded in 1871 by Papal Zouaves! Discover Piopolis’s past during a short promenade, the historical heritage tour, all in an inviting natural environment. From the marina there is a spectacular view of the lake and the enchanting surrounding countryside.
	Stratford Attractions The lakes Aylmer, Elgin, Maskinongé, Équerre and “de la Héronnière” are all found in the Stratford area. In addition to lakes, there interesting activities: an interpretation circuit of the fauna and the flora, the Maskinongé marsh path, an observation tower, visit at the Pavillon de la Faune, a wildlife observation centre and a “bateau-mouche” cruise!
	Haut-Appalaches Observation Tower The Frontenac rest area is an ideal place to picnic and admire the scenery from atop the 30-foot observation tower. Perched up above the trees, you can admire Mount Megantic, the rural landscape of Piopolis and the vast Lake Megantic spreading out directly below.
	ZEC St-Romain  Covering 2 000 hectares, the ZEC Saint-Romain, an exceptional terrain for hunting and fishing, offers campsites near the fishing stream known as “rivière Felton”.
	ZEC Louise-Gosford Place of preference for hunting both small and large game. Rustic chalet rental available.