Saint-Ulric lies between the St. Lawrence River and the mountains. Notable features of the municipality include Chutes Ă Ti-MĂ©, Parc des Rives, the covered Pierre-Carrier Bridge and seasonal offerings at Vignoble Carpinteri. Nature, riverbanks, local history and culinary experiences each offer a different focus. When looking for a vacation rental, it helps to first consider which of these aspects you want to shape your stay.
Waterfalls and Swimming Conditions
Chutes à Ti-Mé consists of two waterfalls nearly 12 meters high, located 300 meters from the parking lot. Swimming is possible when the river’s water level is low; water conditions may vary seasonally. Before planning to swim, check on site whether this condition is met. The two falls are nearly the same height, but whether swimming is possible also depends on the water level at the time. This means you can consider visiting the waterfalls whether or not swimming is currently possible.
Riverside in the Town Center
Parc des Rives provides public access to the banks of the Blanche River and is located in the town center. Its amenities include tables, benches and play equipment for children. The park therefore combines access to the water with practical options for taking a break; visitors traveling with children can also make the play equipment part of their visit. Its focus differs from that of Chutes Ă Ti-MĂ©: here, the riverside setting in town and the park amenities take center stage.
A Covered Bridge with a History
The Pierre-Carrier Bridge was built in 1918. It is one of the first bridges of its type in Quebec and the seventh-oldest structure of this kind still in operation. Its construction date and ranking tell different aspects of its story: the date places the bridge in time, while its ranking among structures still in operation highlights its standing among covered bridges of this type. For travelers who want to get to know a place through its buildings as well, it offers a tangible connection to Saint-Ulric’s cultural history.
Seasonal Offerings and Fishing
Vignoble Carpinteri offers seasonal on-site tours and free tastings of all its products. Check current visiting dates before your trip so you can plan for this offering. Fishing is also one of the activities in Saint-Ulric: trout and eels can be caught in rivers. Access and regulations may vary by season, so find out about the conditions in advance. For wine tastings and tours, the dates matter; for fishing, both access and rules may vary seasonally. A boat launch is available behind the Saint-Ulric municipal office.
Discover more destinations: Baie-Des-Sables, Sainte-Félicité, Matane, Sainte-Paule, Les Méchins.
Go to the main travel overview: Matane.
