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Eeyou Istchee Baie-james

WACHIYA! Welcome to Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, a true playground of 350,000 km2 (135,135 mi.2) with an abundance of snow, limitless landscapes, and an amazing diversity of culture and wildlife! Ride over 1,100 km (680 mi.) of well-groomed trails through the vast peacefulness of the boreal forest, for a unique escape. Whether observing hundreds of caribou around Radisson, or visiting different native communities to discover authentic Cree culture, Eeyou Istchee Baie-James is a destination that offers an exciting and exhilarating experience for snowmobilers. This easily accessible northern region is renowned for the warm welcome of its people, and offers an unmatched quality of trails, and a winter season that lasts until April!

Trail conditions

Centre de villégiature Marina Chibougamau

A unique place in Chibougamau for snowmobilers! Snowmobile relay with direct trail acces with a restaurant with a beautiful view on Chibougamau lake!

Centre de plein air du Mont-Chalco

Come and visit le centre de plein air du Mont-Chalco this winter to admire or do some skiing with your friend. Located at 5 minutes from the city center of Chibougamau.

Dancing in the sky : Northern lights

Let’s do an expedition this winter with pure Canadian Eskimos dogs! You will witness the wealth of Chibougamau and its wide spaces while visiting the Crees !

Festival Folifrets Baie-James

The Festival Folifrets Baie-James is a unique snowmobile competition held in Chibougamau, in the Nord-du-Québec region for over 50 years. Two major events are the hallmark of this event: the “Randonnée du président”, with nearly 650 participants, and the cross-country, an endurance race that welcomes some of the best recreational riders in Québec on 345 kilometers across the boreal forest.

Nuuchimi Wiinuu

Eco-tourism site opened. It consists of a chalet, multiple traditional and authentic Cree dwellings that feature comfort and unique experiences that immerse guests into the Cree cultural environment. In the winter, snowshoeing, traditional crafts and trapping are the main activities that will astound you as you skill your hands to connect the Cree history.

Aanischaaukamikw Museum

Aanischaaukamikw is a museum, archives center, library, teaching centre, cultural centre, and a virtual hub designed for interactivity. It is also a public space of learning, experience and celebration of the cree culture. You absolutly need to visit it when you’ll go to Oujé-Bougoumou!

Trails

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Starting at $100 CAD

Contacts & maps

Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Tourism

1 888 748-8140

info@tourismebaiejames.com

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Trail permits

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Eeyou Istchee Baie-james

Centre de villégiature Marina Chibougamau

Centre de plein air du Mont-Chalco

Dancing in the sky : Northern lights

Festival Folifrets Baie-James

Nuuchimi Wiinuu

Aanischaaukamikw Museum

Trails

Lodging offers

GÎTE DE LA BELLE RIVIÈRE

Hôtel Chibougamau

Hôtel Motel Nordic

Centre de villégiature Marina Chibougamau

Motel du Lac

Hôtel Matagami

Contacts & maps

Trail permits

Annual trail permits

LET’S KEEP IN TOUCH