Road Trip Alma to Dolbeau-Mistassini – North Loop of Lake Saint-Jean

Alma Dolbeau-Mistassini

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The Itinerary

The north shore of Lake Saint-Jean between Alma and Dolbeau-Mistassini is wilder and less touristy than the south shore. Route 169 crosses blueberry farmland and boreal forests before reaching Dolbeau.

Dolbeau-Mistassini is the world capital of the wild blueberry. The Western Festival and Blueberry Festival (August) make it a lively summer destination. Pointe-Taillon Park, accessible from Péribonka, is one of Quebec's finest.

Points of Interest

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Festival du bleuet – Dolbeau (août)

Capitale mondiale du bleuet sauvage, tarte, smoothies et animations.
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Parc national de la Pointe-Taillon

Langue de sable de 15 km dans le lac, plage sauvage et vélo.
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Péribonka – Musée Louis-Hémon

Lieu d'inspiration du roman Maria Chapdelaine.
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Bleuetières ouvertes

Autocueillette de bleuets sauvages en août.