Day 102 Causapscal, QC

August 4, 2019

Another day of amazing views

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We had chilly temperatures early, a couple of really steep climbs and a strong headwind all day, but none of it seemed important because we were riding through such beautiful country.

Leaving Campbellton, we followed the Ristigouche River. Just ouside town was this paper mill.

We also saw this interesting bell tower.

A couple of long, steep climbs took us up to Morrissey Rock Park, where we were rewarded with awesome views.

A few miles later, we crossed the river and entered Quebec. We actually entered right at the confluence of the Matapedia and Ristigouche. The Matapedia is famous for salmon fishing. We followed the Matapedia the rest of the day. We had a rocky cliffs on the right, the river on the left and densely wooded mountains all around us.

We were very happy to see that the road closed ahead signs were not on our route - nor was that big hill ahead. We turned right here to cross the river into Quebec.

A train trestle from New Brunswick to Quebec

Fishermen on the Matapedia

Kayakers on the Matapedia

This is an observation tower over the river. You have to climb a steep grade to get up to it. We decided to take a pass on that.

Here are some pictures of the drive through Quebec along the river.

We stopped at a park with river access and one of the other tourists took our picture.

At one point, we left the highway for a little back road for two miles.

We found a small waterfall there.

This is the bridge on Hwy 132. We rode back to 132 at the end of our two mile side trip.

We met two terrific touring cyclists from Montreal today. Miriam and Anne are on their way from Montreal to the north end of Gaspe. They each took a short ride on the tandem with Kerry and had a great time.

There is a covered bridge at Rothierville. We didn't ride across it.

We're in the town of Causapscal tonight. There is a museum here dedicated to the history of salmon fishing. We're planning to visit it tomorrow before we get on the road.

Today's ride: 49 miles (79 km)
Total: 3,822 miles (6,151 km)

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Alexandre St-LaurentHello!!

I'm glad to hear that you made it to my province.

Remember: you are more than welcome to spend a night in Quebec City, if you choose to go across the St. Lawrence river (nice ferry to cross it, then easy bike on nice bike path).

Have fun!

Alexandre St-Laurent
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5 years ago

Lou HarminGreat pictures today. And lots of them.

miss you both

lou
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Curt & Helene ReedType your comment here
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5 years ago

Jeanna & Kerry SmithTo Alexandre St-LaurentGood to hear from you, Alexandre. We are loving your beautiful province. We aren't planning to visit Quebec City this year, but we will remember your offer.
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Jeanna & Kerry SmithTo Curt & Helene ReedDid you guys have something to say or did you just want your names on our blog???
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Jeanna & Kerry SmithTo Lou HarminI'm glad you're enjoying the pictures. Some days, I just can't put the camera down.
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Alexandre St-LaurentTo Jeanna & Kerry SmithOk. Enjoy your ride along the St. Lawrence river! :-)
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