National parks near Beaupré, Quebec
La Mauricie National Park is the closest national park to Beaupré, Quebec — 160 km (99.3 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 2 hr 48 min behind the wheel.
Laurentian lakes and hills north of Shawinigan. Canoe routes, forests, and wood turtle habitat.
La Mauricie National Park makes a full day trip — leave early. Acadia National Park is better with a night booked nearby.
Nothing near Beaupré gates the entrance itself, but Acadia National Park puts a road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket.
Beaupré has a population of about 2,803.
La Mauricie National Park
Acadia National Park
Kouchibouguac National Park
Fundy National Park
Thousand Islands National Park
Forillon National Park
Best time to visit La Mauricie National Park. Getting to La Mauricie National Park.
National parks near Beaupré
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mauricie National Park | 160 km (99.3 mi) | 2 hr 48 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Acadia National Park | 365 km (227 mi) | 5 hr 49 min | Best as a weekend |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 450 km (280 mi) | 7 hr 4 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Fundy National Park | 484 km (301 mi) | 7 hr 34 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Thousand Islands National Park | 494 km (307 mi) | 7 hr 43 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Forillon National Park | 529 km (329 mi) | 8 hr 14 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kejimkujik National Park | 529 km (329 mi) | 8 hr 14 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 543 km (337 mi) | 8 hr 26 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 599 km (372 mi) | 9 hr 16 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Mingan Archipelago National Park | 668 km (415 mi) | 10 hr 17 min | Worth a longer road trip |
What to book before you leave Beaupré
| Park | What needs booking | Covers | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | Cadillac Summit Road Vehicle Reservations | One road or area | Timed reservation |
Camping near Beaupré
Within reach of Beaupré, 4 campgrounds across 1 park appear on Recreation.gov: 4 at Acadia National Park.
Recreation.gov releases most national park campsites six months before the arrival date, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. Windows are set per campground, so confirm yours on the Seasons and Fees tab on that campground page.
Once a date is gone, cancellations are the real supply, and they get taken within minutes of appearing.
When to make this trip
La Mauricie National Park is generally best May through October, with April and early November as the quieter shoulder either side.
Winter brings cold, shorter days, and reduced services, though lower-elevation trails often stay walkable.
Peak summer weekends and autumn colour weekends fill parking lots early — arrive before mid-morning.
Planning a trip from Beaupré
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
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Common questions
What is the closest national park to Beaupré?
La Mauricie National Park. It is about 160 km (99.3 mi) from Beaupré, roughly 2 hr 48 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Beaupré?
Yes — La Mauricie National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Beaupré?
10 parks are within reach of Beaupré, and 1 of them is close enough for a day trip.
Do you need a reservation for the national parks near Beaupré?
None of them gate the entrance itself. Acadia National Park puts a specific road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket — Cadillac Summit Road Vehicle Reservations at Acadia National Park. These requirements are usually seasonal, so check the date you plan to arrive.
Where can you camp near Beaupré?
Recreation.gov lists 4 campgrounds at the national parks within reach of Beaupré. All of them are at Acadia National Park.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Beaupré?
For La Mauricie National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.