We made it all the way around Gaspesie as its known to locals. An amazing trip. Houses dot the shore running on either side of the road all the way. But they are only one property deep with wilderness behind. Everything is connected to the sea. Until recently it was all about fishing but now tourism is the hope of the residents. It was already shutting down for the winter - the wind was howling at the tip - and the for sale signs are common.
We stopped at Cap-de-rosier (Cape of roses named by Champlain in the 1600's - the roses still bloom.) Our goal was to see Furillon National Park and the lighthouse. The trees are starting to change colour, the sea was beautiful, and the houses charming.
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| Sheets off all the beds at B&B's and on the lines for next guests.
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| Lighthouse at Cap-des-rosiers - tallest in Canada |
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| Isle Perce. This opening was first remarked on by Champlain in 1608. He said full-sized ships could sail through opening at high tide. It is getting smaller. |
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| From the other side |
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| A bit of colour showing |
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