Getting to La Mauricie National Park
La Mauricie National Park sits in QC, Canada, with Shawinigan the nearest town of any size — about 30.9 km (19.2 mi) out, or roughly 45 min of driving.
Drive times from La Mauricie National Park
La Mauricie National Park sits close enough to Thousand Islands National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Thousand Islands National Park | 358 km (222 mi) | 5 hr 43 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Shawinigan | 30.9 km (19.2 mi) | 45 min |
| Sainte-Thècle | 35.9 km (22.3 mi) | 50 min |
| Saint-Ubalde | 53.9 km (33.5 mi) | 1 hr 10 min |
| Mandeville | 56.2 km (34.9 mi) | 1 hr 12 min |
| Trois-Rivières | 60 km (37.3 mi) | 1 hr 16 min |
| Louiseville | 60.5 km (37.6 mi) | 1 hr 17 min |
| Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade | 63.5 km (39.5 mi) | 1 hr 20 min |
| Saint-Gabriel | 63.9 km (39.7 mi) | 1 hr 20 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to La Mauricie National Park?
Shawinigan, about 30.9 km (19.2 mi) away — roughly 45 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting La Mauricie National Park?
The practical bases are Shawinigan, Sainte-Thècle, and Saint-Ubalde — all within a reasonable drive of the park.