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Pointe-à-la-Croix
Spend a half‑day for the historic sites and bird‑watching marshes; add a night if you want to hike or fish the Restigouche River.
Pointe-à-la-Croix sits at the eastern tip of Chaleur Bay on the Restigouche River border with New Brunswick. Its main draws are the Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site, the La Petite‑Rochelle Interpretation Centre, and extensive wetlands for birdwatching, canoeing and salmon fishing. A short visit covers the historic sites; outdoor activities benefit from an overnight stay.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited services)
- Airports
- YCL · YXC
- Nights
- 0.5
Rules in force · 6Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Canada ↗Visa-exempt travellers flying to or through Canada usually need an eTA; check your passport on the official Government of Canada site (canada.ca) and apply only there.
- Canada ↗A Parks Canada pass is needed to stop in national parks such as Banff and Jasper; some spots (for example Moraine Lake) are reached only by shuttle or tour, so book ahead.
- Canada ↗Keep well away from bears, elk and moose; carry bear spray on Rockies trails and follow trail closures.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Pointe-à-la-Croix, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD, $).Canada-wide
- SIM or eSIMRogers, Bell and Telus plus cheaper brands (Fido, Koodo, Public Mobile); prepaid SIMs in malls and stores.Canada-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable; treat water from lakes and streams (giardia).Canada-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 15–20% of the pre-tax bill.Canada-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Canada-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for slippery river banks and icy roads in winter.
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- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysStatutory holidays close shops and offices, varying by province; many park facilities are seasonal (about mid-May to mid-October).Canada-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckYCL Charlo Airport (about 70 km (43 mi) north, shuttle or car rental needed (check)).YCL Charlo Airport (about 43 mi (70 km) north, shuttle or car rental needed (check)).
- Getting aroundThe town is on Route 132; most attractions are within walking distance of the centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café$2–$4 CAD (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedCampsite pitch, a night, per personC$30 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomC$180 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomC$260 (≈ US$190)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget C$55 (≈ US$40) · Mid C$95 (≈ US$70) · High C$150 (≈ US$110)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- YCL Charlo Airport (about 70 km (43 mi) north, shuttle or car rental needed (check)) · YXC Campbellton Airport (across the Restigouche River, approx. 5 km (3.1 mi) (check))YCL Charlo Airport (about 43 mi (70 km) north, shuttle or car rental needed (check)) · YXC Campbellton Airport (across the Restigouche River, approx. 3.1 mi (5 km) (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
Feb
Avoid
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Mar
not flagged
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Apr
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
May
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jun
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jul
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Oct
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Nov
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Dec
not flagged
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)), coolest Jan (−15°C (5°F)5°F (−15°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Pointe-à-la-Croix: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
−15°C (5°F)5°F (−15°C)
8 rd
Feb
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
7 rd
Mar
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
9 rd
Apr
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
10 rd
May
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
11 rd
Jun
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
12 rd
Jul
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
13 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Sep
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
10 rd
Oct
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Nov
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
9 rd
Dec
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town is on Route 132; most attractions are within walking distance of the centre. A car or bike is useful for the marshes and river trails.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Restigouche River salmon fishing
goDoor to door: ≈30 min each way
Drive or bike north from town, about 5 km (3.1 mi)Drive or bike north from town, about 3.1 mi (5 km)
Season runs May–Oct; guide bookings recommended.
Baie‑au‑Chêne marshes
goDoor to door: ≈15 min each way
Follow Route 132 east, 3 km (1.9 mi) to trailheadFollow Route 132 east, 1.9 mi (3 km) to trailhead
9 km (5.6 mi) trail with four towers; good for birdwatching.5.6 mi (9 km) trail with four towers; good for birdwatching.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hôtel Interprôvincial
Central location on boulevard Perron; rooms and restaurant on site.
La Maison Verte en Gaspésien
Camping and chalets; good for outdoor lovers.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–$80 CAD (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–$130 CAD (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × C$180 | C$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × C$95 | C$190 |
| Car rental (compact, 2 days)2 × C$100 · check | C$200 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × C$30 · check | C$60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | C$63 |
| Trip total≈ C$347 per person per day, bed included | C$693≈ US$550 |
2026 estimate in CAD; flights and car rentals excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | $2–$4 CAD (≈ US$2–3) |
| Poutine | $5–$9 CAD (≈ US$4–7) |
| Salmon fishing guide fee (half‑day) | $80–$120 CAD (≈ US$60–90) |
| Parking in town centre | $2–$3 CAD (≈ US$2–3) per hour |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter ice can make river access hazardous; check conditions before ice‑fishing.
- Bird‑watching towers are seasonal; verify opening dates.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Pouvez‑vous me montrer le chemin?Can you show me the way?
Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate is in Quebec City; Canadian emergency services are 911.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (compact, 1 day): ≈ $50 CAD (check)
Say or show
- Bonjour — Hello / Good morning (bon-zhoor)
- Combien ça coûte? — How much is this? (kohm-byen sah koot)
- Acceptez‑vous les cartes de crédit? — Do you accept credit cards? (ahk-sep-tay voo lay kart duh kray-dee)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Pointe-à-la-Croix. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike rental option for marsh and river trails.
- Create a guided salmon‑fishing package with local outfitters.
Sources
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