National parks near Havre-Saint-Pierre, Quebec
Mingan Archipelago National Park is the closest national park to Havre-Saint-Pierre, Quebec — 30.9 km (19.2 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 45 min behind the wheel.
Limestone islands in the Gulf of St. Lawrence with sea stacks, seabirds, and Atlantic puffins.
Mingan Archipelago National Park is close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. Forillon National Park makes a full day trip — leave early.
Havre-Saint-Pierre has a population of about 3,460.
Mingan Archipelago National Park
Forillon National Park
Kouchibouguac National Park
Pituamkek National Park
Gros Morne National Park
Prince Edward Island National Park
Best time to visit Mingan Archipelago National Park. Getting to Mingan Archipelago National Park.
National parks near Havre-Saint-Pierre
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mingan Archipelago National Park | 30.9 km (19.2 mi) | 45 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Forillon National Park | 159 km (98.7 mi) | 2 hr 47 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 391 km (243 mi) | 6 hr 12 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 404 km (251 mi) | 6 hr 24 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Gros Morne National Park | 425 km (264 mi) | 6 hr 42 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 427 km (265 mi) | 6 hr 44 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park | 447 km (278 mi) | 7 hr 2 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park | 456 km (283 mi) | 7 hr 9 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Fundy National Park | 526 km (327 mi) | 8 hr 11 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kejimkujik National Park | 661 km (411 mi) | 10 hr 10 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Mingan Archipelago 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.
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Havre-Saint-Pierre are close enough to each other to combine on one trip, so the drive from home only has to happen once.
| Pair | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Mingan Archipelago → Forillon | 170 km (105 mi) | 2 hr 57 min |
Planning a trip from Havre-Saint-Pierre
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 Havre-Saint-Pierre?
Mingan Archipelago National Park. It is about 30.9 km (19.2 mi) from Havre-Saint-Pierre, roughly 45 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Havre-Saint-Pierre?
Yes — Mingan Archipelago National Park and Forillon National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Havre-Saint-Pierre?
10 parks are within reach of Havre-Saint-Pierre, and 2 of them are close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Havre-Saint-Pierre?
For Mingan Archipelago National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.