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Park in the car park at the Halte du Béluga Discovery and Service Centre, which is reached via a small cul-de-sac off Route 172.
(S/E) On arriving at the discovery centre, head down to the left along the small track leading to the Rivière Sainte-Marguerite.
(1) Cross the river via a pretty metal bridge, then follow the left bank. The path winds gently, offering some lovely views of Sainte-Marguerite Bay through the trees.
A little further on, the path passes through a campsite provided by Saguenay National Park.
After a stretch through the woods away from the river, the path leads to a small clearing offering two options: carry on straight ahead along a path that runs along the coast to Anse-à-Pierrot (or even Tadoussac, some thirty kilometres away), or take the wooden footbridge on the right to reach the beluga whale observatory.
(2) Continue along the footbridge which descends to the right and quickly leads to a lovely spot overlooking the River Saguenay amidst the pine trees.
(3) With a bit of luck, you might spot some belugas. In any case, it’s a lovely spot in fine weather.
A flight of steps leads down to the right, allowing you to sit a little further down on the rocks if it’s too crowded at the viewing point, but do take care, especially with children.
The return journey follows the same route as the outward journey, taking you back to the visitor centre and facilities (S/E).
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