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 season from May 25 to September 30
Accessible pools by car on forest roads
Shore fishing, no need for a canoe
Guide not required (for those interested, private guides offer their services)
Reservation for restricted areas: November draw, 48-hour draw, daily draw at 4 p.m. hat draw
Number of sectors: 7
Number of restricted sectors: 4
Number of unlimited sectors: 3
*Salmon catching prohibited in 2026*
The ultimate fishing experience