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Relais GabrielFishing & hunting outfitter

In Rivière-aux-Outardes, Côte-Nord, QC·GPS coordinates : 51.3269° N, 68.1225° W

Activities
Fishing · Hunting · Nature Lodging · Equipment rental
Key species
Brook trout · Northern pike · Lake trout / charr
Capacity
16 cabins · 3 to 12 guests
Lakes & rivers
1 lakes

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Family-run stopover at km 316 of Route 389, along the Manicouagan reservoir.

Relais Gabriel is a fishing, hunting, nature lodging and equipment rental outfitter in the heart of Côte-Nord, Qc. It offers 16 lodgings (up to 12 guests) and 1 lake. Featured species: Brook trout, Northern pike and Lake trout / charr. About 11 h 01 drive from Montreal.

The territory

Where the outfitter is located

Relais Gabriel is located in Côte-Nord, Quebec. The closest service town is Rivière-aux-Outardes.

Species on the territory

  • Brook trout
  • Northern pike
  • Lake trout / charr
  • Landlocked salmon
  • Lake whitefish
  • Moose
  • Ruffed grouse
  • Willow ptarmigan
  • Snowshoe hare
  • Spruce grouse
Activities & rates

Relais Gabriel packages

Packages — Fishing

American Plan - Chalet

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American plan package including chalet lodging with two beds, indoor shower, and drinkable running water. The package includes three meals daily with a packed cold lunch for noon. Wireless internet access is available nearby the chalets for guests.

  • 1 days
  • American (3 meals)
  • Cabin
3 repas par jourEau potableAccès internet
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Fishing (Manicouagan reservoir and lake chain)

On request

No all-inclusive fishing package price is published: fishing is done from the lodging (cabin $100/day/person or room $200/night/person). Territory in zone 19 South, Part A, along the Manicouagan reservoir (one of the world's largest: 2,000 km², average depth 73 m),…

plus a chain of lakes linked on foot. Species: lake trout (touladi), landlocked salmon (ouananiche), pike, lake whitefish (coregone), brook trout (mouchetée). Boats provided on most lakes; on the brook-trout lakes the motor is NOT provided (bring your own) — brook-trout fishing boat rental $40 + taxes / day (see the 'boat rental' activity package). Free boat launch and free fish-freezing for outfitter guests.
  • European (No meals)
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Lodgings

16 Cabins and lodgings at Relais Gabriel

16 cabins available in Côte-Nord, QC.

Camping – Camping

Camping

  • Up to 6 guests
  • 1 bedrooms

Camping site available. No electricity provided, guests must bring their own sanitary setup.

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Room (Le Relais) – Room (Le Relais)

Room (Le Relais)

  • Up to 6 guests
  • 1 bedrooms
  • 1 double beds

Le Relais is the main building and features 7 double-occupancy rooms with a shared bathroom. Each room is equipped with its own sink. Recently renovated, these rooms offer the charm and comfort you need for an enjoyable stay. Additionally, guests…

will enjoy a smoke-free environment.
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Relais Rooms – Relais Rooms

Room

Relais Rooms

  • Up to 6 guests
  • 7 bedrooms
  • 7 double beds

The Relais Gabriel is constituted of one main building with 7 double rooms. Recently renovated, each room has its own basin and shares bathrooms.

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Worker Housing – Worker Housing

Rustic camp

Worker Housing

  • Up to 6 guests
  • 1 bedrooms

Specially outfitted trailers are also available for workers in need of short or long-term accommodation. Completely renovated, this simple and economical lodging option offers both small private rooms and shared rooms.

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Mobile homes for workers – Mobile homes for workers

Cabin

Mobile homes for workers

  • Up to 6 guests
  • 1 bedrooms

Mobile homes specially arranged for workers needing a short or long stay. Lately renovated, they provide private or shared rooms.

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Waters

Lake at Relais Gabriel

1 lake in the Côte-Nord region, with the species, packages and cabins tied to each one.

By species

Lake

Réservoir Manicouagan

Located in the Côte-Nord region of Quebec within fishing zone 19 south (part A), the Manicouagan Reservoir runs along the Relais Gabriel outfitting territory at kilometer 316 on Route 389, approximately 100 kilometers from the Manic 5 power station. Recognized…

as one of the largest reservoirs in the world, this massive body of water covers a surface area of 2,000 square kilometers and has an average depth of 73 meters. It offers an exceptional wilderness fishing experience for various sought-after fish species, including lake trout, landlocked salmon (ouananiche), pike, lake whitefish, and brook trout (speckled trout). To ensure safe and comfortable navigation across this vast body of water, the outfitter provides anglers with suitable motorboats. It is also a wonderful location for canoeing, wildlife viewing, hunting, and relaxing in a pristine natural environment.
  • Brochet
  • Truite Grise
  • Ouananiche
  • Truite grise
  • Grand corégone
  • Truite mouchetée
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Hunting and fishing

Species and practices offered at Relais Gabriel

Fishing

What fish species can you catch at Relais Gabriel?

The following fish species can be caught at Relais Gabriel, Côte-Nord, QC: Brook trout, Northern pike, Lake trout / charr, Landlocked salmon, Lake whitefish.

Hunting

What game species can you hunt at Relais Gabriel?

The following game species can be hunted at Relais Gabriel, Côte-Nord, QC: Moose, Ruffed grouse, Willow ptarmigan, Snowshoe hare, Spruce grouse.

Hunting methods

Hunting zones
Zone 19

How is hunting practised at Relais Gabriel?

Hunting at Relais Gabriel is practised as follows: Hunting zones: Zone 19.

Other activities

What other outdoor activities are offered at Relais Gabriel?

In addition to hunting and fishing, Relais Gabriel offers: Pêche.

Amenities

Amenities & Equipment

Included on site

  • Accès Internet
  • BBQ
  • Congélateur
  • Recharge de batterie
  • Système téléphonique

Available at extra cost

  • Alcool
  • Appât
  • Diesel
  • Essence
  • Guide de pêche
  • Huile
  • Moteur à essence
  • Rampe de mise à l'eau
  • Sonar

Getting there

Access and distances

Directions

KM 316 route 389, Rivière-aux-Outardes

Road access on the Côte-Nord, at km 316 of Route 389 (the last resupply stop before Fermont), along the Manicouagan reservoir. On-site 24-hour gas station (unleaded and diesel). Fishing territory in zone 19 South Part A; hunting territory in zone 19 South-West.

GPS coordinatesGPS coordinates : 51.3269° N, 68.1225° W

From major cities

Montreal
11 h 01992 km
Quebec City
8 h 06729 km
Gatineau
12 h 491,154 km
Sherbrooke
10 h 33950 km
Saguenay
6 h 51616 km
Trois-Rivières
9 h 24846 km

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Practical information

Total capacity
7 double-occupancy rooms and 6 cottages for 2 to 6 people.
In business since
1987
Water bodies
1
Languages spoken
French · English
Outfitter licence
09-650
CITQ number
850433
Affiliations
FPQ — 09-650

Policies

Payment
Un dépôt de 40 %, non remboursable, est exigé au moment de la réservation. Modes de paiement acceptés : Visa, Mastercard, paiement direct et argent comptant.
Cancellation
Un dépôt de 40 % est exigé lors de la réservation. Ce versement est strictement non remboursable, constituant la politique de la pourvoirie en cas d'annulation de séjour.
Taxes
L'ensemble des prix affichés sur le site, incluant les tarifs de l'hébergement en chalet ou en chambre, les forfaits motoneige et la location d'embarcations, sont indiqués taxes en sus.

Verified facts

Fish species offered
Brook trout, Northern pike, Lake trout / charr, Landlocked salmon, Lake whitefish
Game species offered
Moose, Ruffed grouse, Willow ptarmigan, Snowshoe hare, Spruce grouse
Accommodations
16
Capacity per accommodation
1 to 12 guests
Water bodies on the territory
1
Drive time from Montreal
11 h 01 (992 km)
Drive time from Quebec City
8 h 06 (729 km)
Languages of service
French, English
Outfitting permit
09-650
CITQ number
850433
About

Discover Relais Gabriel

The outfitter

Pourvoirie Relais Gabriel, founded in 1987 by Léonidas Savard and run today by his daughter Claire, is a family-run stopover on the Côte-Nord at km 316 of Route 389, along the Manicouagan reservoir — one of the largest bodies of water in the world (2,000 km², average depth 73 m). The last resupply stop before Fermont, it draws anglers for lake trout (touladi), landlocked salmon (ouananiche), pike, lake whitefish and brook trout, both on the reservoir and on a chain of lakes linked on foot (zone 19 South, Part A). The territory (zone 19 South-West) also offers moose and small-game

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hunting (ptarmigan, ruffed grouse, hare), canoeing, wildlife watching and, in winter, snowmobiling. Lodging is on the European plan: 6 fully propane-equipped, wood-heated cabins for 2 to 6 people, renovated smoke-free rooms in the main building, worker accommodation and a campground. On site: a 24-hour gas station, a convenience store, and free boat launch and fish-freezing for guests.

Its story

Relais Gabriel outfitter is part of a true family tradition. The business was founded in 1987 by Léonidas Savard. In 1989, his daughters, Claire and Josée, joined him to assist in management and gradually take over the operations on the territory. Over the years, the establishment has become a key stop and the last supply post on Route 389 heading toward Fermont, at kilometer 316, alongside the Manicouagan Reservoir and 100 kilometers from the Manic-5 power station. The outfitter's history was marked by the passing of Josée on November 13, 2006, following a battle with cancer. Today, Claire Savard continues

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the family legacy and manages the company alongside co-owner Guy Morneau, welcoming hunting, fishing, and outdoor enthusiasts to the heart of the Côte-Nord.

Territory and geography

Manicouagan reservoir (2,000 km², average depth 73 m) and a chain of lakes linked on foot.

Wildlife and habitat

Relais Gabriel outfitter is located in the Côte-Nord region at kilometer 316 of Route 389, bordering the Manicouagan Reservoir and near the Groulx Mountains. This wild territory, situated within wildlife management zone 19 south (Part A for fishing and the southwest part for hunting), offers a northern environment characterized by vast expanses of water and isolated forest environments. The Manicouagan Reservoir is the primary body of water in the sector. It covers an area of 2,000 square kilometers with an average depth of 73 meters. In addition to this immense reservoir, the outfitter's territory includes several surrounding lakes as well

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as a chain of interconnected lakes accessible by foot. Aquatic wildlife is diverse and includes several species sought after by anglers: lake trout (touladi), landlocked salmon (ouananiche), northern pike, whitefish, and brook trout (speckled trout). The smaller lakes on the territory specifically host populations of brook trout. Regarding land and avian wildlife, the territory is home to a moose population. The area also hosts small game, notably ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, ptarmigan (white partridge), and hare.

On site

Relais Gabriel offers various outdoor, hunting, and fishing activities on the Côte-Nord, while serving as a supply point along Route 389. Fishing is the outfitter's main activity. Visitors can fish for lake trout, landlocked salmon, pike, whitefish, and brook trout on the Manicouagan Reservoir or on the chain of lakes accessible by foot. The establishment provides guests with a free boat launch, a rental service for 20-foot boats with a guide, or 16-foot boats with motors. On the small speckled trout lakes, boats are provided without motors (anglers must bring their own). A fish freezing service is offered free of

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charge to guests, and a sale service for worms, basic fishing gear, and ice blocks is available on-site. In the fall, sport hunting is practiced on the territory, including both moose hunting and small game hunting (ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, ptarmigan, and hare). Beyond hunting and fishing, activities include canoeing, nature observation, and resort stays. In winter, the outfitter offers snowmobile packages including accommodation and dining. The outfitter also includes truck stop services with a 24-hour gas station (unleaded and diesel), a convenience store, tire repair service, and telephone access.

Frequently asked questions

What visitors ask

Relais Gabriel offers: Fishing, Hunting, Nature Lodging, Equipment rental. The species found on the territory are Brook trout, Northern pike, Lake trout / charr.

16 lodgings are available on the territory, hosting up to 12 guests.

Packages start at 46 $. The exact rate depends on the period, length of stay and party size.

Road access on the Côte-Nord, at km 316 of Route 389 (the last resupply stop before Fermont), along the Manicouagan reservoir. On-site 24-hour gas station (unleaded and diesel). Fishing territory in zone 19 South Part A; hunting territory in zone 19 South-West.

Un dépôt de 40 % est exigé lors de la réservation. Ce versement est strictement non remboursable, constituant la politique de la pourvoirie en cas d'annulation de séjour.

Relais Gabriel is located in Côte-Nord, Qc.

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