The Dartmouth River, from its source in the northeast corner of the Gaspé Peninsula, flows mostly through wilderness except at its mouth, located in a rural part of the town of Gaspé.
It offers breathtaking landscapes, the peace and quiet of a river off the beaten track and spectacular fishing when the conditions are right.
Fishing period from May 25 to September 30
Pools accessible by car on forest roads
Wade fishing, canoe not necessary
Guide not mandatory (for those interested, private guides offer their services)
Reservation for restricted sectors: November draw, 48-hour draw, daily random draw at 4 p.m.
Number of sectors: 7
Number of restricted sectors: 4
Number of unrestricted sectors: 3
*Salmon capture prohibited in 2025*
