Where is Route de l'Île d'Anticosti?
Canada, north-america
200 km
N/A
hard
Year-round
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime on the Route de l'Île d'Anticosti (also known as Henri-Menier Road or Transanticostienne Road)! This is Anticosti Island's main artery, a super scenic, mostly unpaved path carving its way across this incredible Canadian island.
You'll find this gem on Anticosti Island, a massive landmass (over 200 km long and 50 km wide!) nestled in the Côte-Nord region of Quebec, right where the Saint Lawrence River spills into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
This road stretches for 204 km (126 miles), connecting Port-Menier, a quaint fishing village on the western edge, to various aerodromes and outfitters sprinkled throughout Anticosti National Park, all the way to the eastern coast.
Heads up: most of the road is unpaved, so while a car *can* handle it, a truck is definitely your best bet. And pro tip? Bring at least TWO spare tires – you'll thank me later! You can rent vehicles on the island, and some packages even include them. Also, this route has seasonal closures in winter.
Plan for about 5-6 hours of driving *without* stops. Keep an eye out for timber trucks and deer, stick to the speed limits, and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. For your vehicle, pack extra fuel, motor oil, wiper fluid, a tire jack and tools, emergency flares, and a radio. Always let someone know your travel plans (destination, return time). If you get stuck, stay with your vehicle. It's remote out there, with just two information centers (that also sell fuel) outside Port-Menier.
Road Details
- Country
- Canada
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 200 km
- Difficulty
- hard
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