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Matapédia
Spend a half‑day for fishing or kayaking; add a night at Motel Restigouche if you want to ski or relax.
Matapédia is a small village on the Restigouche River at the Quebec‑New Brunswick border, known for salmon fishing, canoeing and a nearby family ski resort. It is reachable by car on Route 132 or by VIA Rail’s Ocean train. One night is enough to enjoy the outdoors and the modest lodging.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- May–Sep for fishing; Dec–Feb for ski (check snow conditions)
- avoid Winter (Nov–Mar) if only fishing, as rivers may freeze
- Airport
- YMH
- Nights
- 1
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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
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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 Matapédia, 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; main concerns are river conditions and limited night services.
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- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 Medical
- Sundays & holidaysStatutory holidays close shops and offices, varying by province; many park facilities are seasonal (about mid-May to mid-October).Canada-wide
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- AirportYMH Mont‑Joli Airport (About 80 km (50 mi) north, shuttle or rental car needed).YMH Mont‑Joli Airport (About 50 mi (80 km) north, shuttle or rental car needed).
- Getting aroundCar on Route 132 is the easiest; VIA Rail stops at Matapédia station (The Ocean) for daily service.
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
- YMH Mont‑Joli Airport (About 80 km (50 mi) north, shuttle or rental car needed)YMH Mont‑Joli Airport (About 50 mi (80 km) north, shuttle or rental car needed)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
Feb
Best
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
Mar
not flagged
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Apr
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
May
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Jun
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Sep
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Oct
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Nov
not flagged
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Dec
Best
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Best: May–Sep, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C) low), wettest Dec (13 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Matapédia: 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)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
12 rd
Feb
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
10 rd
Mar
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
9 rd
Apr
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
8 rd
May
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
Jun
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Aug
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Sep
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Oct
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Nov
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
12 rd
Dec
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
13 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
Car on Route 132 is the easiest; VIA Rail stops at Matapédia station (The Ocean) for daily service. Local taxis are limited – plan walks or arrange rides with your accommodation.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Amqui
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
VIA Rail from Matapédia, about 15 min; walk from station to centre
Small town with shops, cafés and a river walk.
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.
Motel Restigouche
15 rooms, pet‑friendly, basic amenities; good base for outdoor activities
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
- $70–$100 CAD (≈ US$55–75) excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–$150 CAD (≈ US$75–110) excl. bed
- High
- $150 (≈ US$110)+ CAD excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room2 × 3 nights × C$90 | C$540 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × C$100 | C$600 |
| Trip total≈ C$190 per person per day, bed included | C$1,140≈ US$850 |
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Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | $2–$4 CAD (≈ US$2–3) |
| Poutine | $5–$8 CAD (≈ US$4–6) |
| Salmon guide fee (half‑day) | $80–$120 CAD (≈ US$60–90) |
| Ski lift ticket (full day) | $40–$55 CAD (≈ US$30–40) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train schedule can change; verify times on VIA Rail before travel.
- Winter river conditions can be hazardous; use a guide for kayaking.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Medical
- 911
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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 Matapédia. 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: May–Sep for fishing; Dec–Feb for ski (check snow conditions) · avoid Winter (Nov–Mar) if only fishing, as rivers may freeze · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car rental for flexible river access (check local providers).
- Combine ski day at Le Petit Chamonix with a night at the motel.
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