National parks near Saint-Augustin, Quebec
Gros Morne National Park is the closest national park to Saint-Augustin, Quebec — 184 km (114 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 3 hr 9 min behind the wheel.
Western Newfoundland highlands with fjords and exposed mantle rock. A UNESCO site for its geology and scenery.
Gros Morne National Park, Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park, and Mingan Archipelago National Park are better with a night booked nearby.
Saint-Augustin has a population of about 3,961.
Gros Morne National Park
Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park
Mingan Archipelago National Park
Terra Nova National Park
Forillon National Park
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Best time to visit Gros Morne National Park. Getting to Gros Morne National Park.
National parks near Saint-Augustin
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gros Morne National Park | 184 km (114 mi) | 3 hr 9 min | Best as a weekend |
| Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park | 247 km (153 mi) | 4 hr 5 min | Best as a weekend |
| Mingan Archipelago National Park | 337 km (210 mi) | 5 hr 25 min | Best as a weekend |
| Terra Nova National Park | 452 km (281 mi) | 7 hr 6 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Forillon National Park | 482 km (299 mi) | 7 hr 32 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park | 522 km (324 mi) | 8 hr 8 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 625 km (388 mi) | 9 hr 38 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 635 km (395 mi) | 9 hr 48 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 670 km (416 mi) | 10 hr 18 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Fundy National Park | 779 km (484 mi) | 11 hr 54 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Gros Morne 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 Saint-Augustin
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 Saint-Augustin?
Gros Morne National Park. It is about 184 km (114 mi) from Saint-Augustin, roughly 3 hr 9 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Saint-Augustin?
Not comfortably. The nearest parks are far enough that you will want at least one night away.
How many national parks are near Saint-Augustin?
10 parks are within reach of Saint-Augustin, and none of them are close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Saint-Augustin?
For Gros Morne National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.