The island's first European visitor came ashore in 1534 in the vicinity of this provincial
park which bears his name, Jacques Cartier. He remarked that this was “the fairest land 'tis
possible to see!” The park holds a celebration of this great discovery every July on Rediscovery
Day.
Jacques Cartier Provincial Park offers a wide range of activities for all ages. A full-time
naturalist leads nature walks and children's games and there is supervised swimming at the
beautiful beach on the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Nearby attractions include the Alberton Museum & Genealogy Centre, Tignish and North Cape.
The Jacques Cartier Provincial Park is located within the
North Cape Coastal Drive touring region.
Season:
June 15 - September 22
Amenities:
12 flush toilets. 6 hot showers. 22 acres, 40(u), 34(2w), Park recreation and
interpretive programs with evening activities. Ocean beach with lifeguard, laundromat, kitchen
shelter, dumping station and canteen. Campers' store, 5 km. Leashed pets permitted.
Location:
Located 5 km east of Alberton.
Mailing Address:
Parks Division West
O'Leary RR3, C0B 1V0
Telephone:
902-853-8632
Off Season Telephone:
902-652-8950
Credit Cards Accepted:
Interac, Visa and MasterCard.