Assinica Wildlife Reserve
A land of water waiting to be explored!
An unforgettable fishing trip!
Assinica comes from the cree word asinikaw meaning "it's stony" or "it's rocky". This is the name of a lake in the Broadback River watershed that runs through the Wildlife Reserve.
RUSTIC CAMPING & CANOE-CAMPING
Explore the rivers, lakes and landscapes of the north!
Canoe-camping
Various lakes and rivers
Canoe-camping WITHOUT fishing. To fish, you must purchase an additional access right.
Restricted access : Subject to certain conditions and remaining availabilities.
SEND YOUR WRITTEN REQUEST AT LEAST 1 MONTH IN ADVANCE
Taxes not included
Rates are subject to change without prior notice
Rustic camping and on the shores
Various lakes and rivers
Discount: 7th day is free
Restricted access : Subject to various conditions and remaining availabilities
Taxes not included
Rates are subject to change without prior notice
FISHING
Whether you are a fishing enthusiast or just a small family outing, 4 species of fish await your line in the wildlife reserve. Walleye, lake trout, brook trout and northern pike are the fish that can be caught on the territory.
Don't forget the weekly draw for some of our featured lakes!
Daily fishing access right
Upcoming
The featured waterbodies of the Assinica Wildlife Reserve are the Comencho, Cachisca and Opataca lakes. Many fishermen go there each year to catch walleye and northern pike. It's a real adventure in the wild!
Welcoming Office & Directions
The Welcoming office (Route 167 North) of this Wildlife Reserve is located on the territory of Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, about 20 km north of Chibougamau and 70km south of Mistissini.
From Quebec : Routes 73, 175, 169 and 167.
From Trois-Rivières via La Tuque : Routes 55, 169 et 167.
From Senneterre : Routes 113 et 167.
WHEN TO BOOK YOUR STAY?
FISHING AND RUSTIC CAMPING
Stays of 4 days and + :
- From the 1st June of the previous year
Less than 4 days :
- From the 1st Febuary of the current year
CANOE-CAMPING
One month before the expedition
Send your request by email:
- Itinerary with overnight locations;
- Application document;
- Consent form.