By Gabrielle Izaguirré-Falardeau
Looking for the perfect spot for family-friendly camping in Abitibi-Témiscamingue? Whether you prefer a lakeside retreat, a forest escape, or a campground with modern amenities, this region offers unforgettable outdoor experiences for families. From well-equipped sites to rustic backcountry adventures, we’ve selected the top six destinations to make your next camping trip a success.
La Bannik – A prime spot for family-friendly camping in Abitibi-Témiscamingue
Nestled on the shores of Lake Timiskaming, la Bannik offers modern amenities, beach access, in-ground pool and plenty of family-friendly activities. With 96 available lots, from lots for trailers to wilderness camping sites, you will surely find the option perfectly adapted to your desired level of hardiness. If you were to want a cozy and more comfortable experience, cozy cabins with spas and sauna are available.
Opémican National Park – A Nature Haven for Family
Camping in Opémican National Park is to get a privileged access to the youngest national park of the province. During the day, discover the many trails that cross the mixed forest of Témiscamingue on foot or on a bike (children under 17 years of age can borrow one for free, what a deal!) or journey across Lake Timiskaming and Kipawa on board of the various boats available for rental. In the evening, enjoy a basic camping lot or one for the 11 ready-to-camp sites, depending on your tastes. In all cases, let yourselves be charmed by the enthralling landscape and the starry nights.
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Lac Faillon Outfitter – The iconic beach in Abitibi-Témiscamingue
You know Lac Faillon without knowing it. Not only was the mythical sunset of our precious Carte Soleil health insurance cards immortalized on its shores, but its beach is also famous for being one of the most beautiful of the entire province. Boasting a variety of accommodations, but also 33 basic camping lots, the site offers access to the amenities (showers and bathrooms) of the outfitter, as well as a variety of activities perfect for family-friendly camping in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Playground for children, walkable path, boat and outdoors equipment rental, you will certainly find something to suit your needs!
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Malartic regional camping - Best camping spot for families
Could this camping in Malartic be a true gold nugget? Located less than two kilometres from downtown, the location offers 217 lots with varying levels of amenities. There are games for children, sports fields, punctual activities, a waddling pool and a heated pool. It's an excellent location for family-friendly camping in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. You can also enjoy the various installations without staying overnight.
Aiguebelle National Park
Famous for its suspension bridge perceived by some to be an “extreme” activity, Aiguebelle National Park offers various accommodation options adapted to your desired proximity with nature (we don’t have the courage to sleep in a cloud of mosquito-repellent every night, and that’s fine). Comfortable cabins, rustic camps, camping lots adapted to bikers, the traditional ready-to-camp or l’Étoile, multiple camping lots, you will certainly find something that will fit your needs for family-friendly camping in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Above all, you will be close to memorable activities; Aiguebelle National Parks offers, summer or winter, a flora and a fauna as rich as it is abundant, as well as surprising geological phenomena.
Camping municipal du lac Beauchamp
Boasting a variety of play structures and sports fields, multiple accommodations, and a developed and guarded beach, it is an ideal place to stop while exploring the Amos-Harricana sector for camping with the family in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. By going through Sainte-Gertrude-Manneville, you will also be able to take a short break to contemplate the quietude of the artistic fountain that is part of the Amos-Harricana artistic fountains circuit.
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