Enjoy unsurpassed comfort at Lac Gilles Domain!
Lac Gilles Domain outfitter stands out because of its village of neighbouring cottages. Get in on the action as there are over 40 lakes that are ideal for native brook trout fishing, boating and swimming.
The vast 189-km2 territory for small and big game hunting guarantees that you’ll have an unforgettable experience. At the end of the day take a drive on your ATV and visit our other nearby outfitters.
Vast 189-km2 territory
40 fish-filled lakes
Solar-powered lighting
Information
46 De la Réserve Street
Essipit, Quebec G0T 1K0
Canada
Establishment number 850481
Check-in : 4:00 p.m.
Check-out : 11:00 a.m.
GPS coordinates
Latitude: 48.72118 N
Longitude: -69.938506 W
Rental details
- Propane cook stove, electric refrigerator
- Solar-powered lighting (propane in case of emergency)
- Woodstove with firewood
- BBQ (propane extra)
- Running water (hot tap water – not drinkable)
- Indoor toilet with toilet paper
- Indoor shower with hot water
- Couch
- Dishware, utensils, pots and pans
- Dishcloths and dish soap
- Garbage and recycling bin outside
- Waste and recycling collected
- Mattresses and mattress cover
- Pillows and pillowcases
- Screened-in deck
- Access to the central fire area
Fishing
- Average trout size is 6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
- 14-foot aluminum watercraft provided (1 watercraft per 2 people*)
- Fishing license is required (available on-site at the government rate)
- 20-trout quota per fishing license**
- Fishing trip
- Lake, stream and river fishing
- No release required
- Trout weighed upon return from fishing
- Mandatory trout cleaning at the location provided for this purpose on the site
- Fish smoker
- Expert on-site advice
- No pets allowed
* For their safety, children in watercraft must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
** Fishing and quota rights are issued for adults and children. They are included in the family package. Children without a license can fish by using a parent’s license, according to applicable law. Fish caught by the child are included in the adult’s quota, however you can buy a license for the child if you would like to benefit from an additional half-quota.
Moose hunting*
- Two-week hunt
- Week 1: Friday through Saturday
- Week 2: Saturday through Sunday
- Hunting license required (available on-site)
- Group of 2-4 hunters per territory
- Quota: 1 animal per 2 hunters per territory
* Only hunters registered at the outfitter are authorized in the exclusive hunting territory.
Outdoor activities
- Unsupervised swimming in the lake near the cottages
- Pedal-boat
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Hiking on groomed trails
- Wildlife observation
- Picking wild fruit (in season
- Picnics
- Campfires* (central campfire area)
- Biking and ATV**
- Children’s play area
- Personal floatation jackets
* Campfires or open fires are permitted, as long as the head ranger approves it. The head ranger will check the forest fire index and notify you where to make the fire.
** ATVs are permitted as long as you do not disturb other users’ peace and quiet.
Some activities are completely free, such as hiking, canoeing, kayaking, pedal boating, unsupervised swimming in the lakes and observing wildlife.
Other activities, like whale watching tours in a zodiac and black bear watching, are available for a small fee. For more information, contact our Reservation and Information Centre, which is open 7 days per week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Rates 2024
European plan – Cottage, boat, fishing permit
Regular rates (per day and per person)
Cottage, boat, fishing permit
| 4 stars | |
|---|---|
| 2 days | $ 111 |
| 3 days + | $ 105 |
| From 1st Sunday in July | $ 95 |
Family rates
Cottage, boat, fishing permit
Rates in effect as of the second Sunday in July.
The 5 days stays are from Sunday to Friday and the 7 days stays are Sunday to Sunday or Friday to Friday.
Price per day and per type of package (2 persons, one family, two families)
Two person
| 4 stars | |
|---|---|
| 3 days | – |
| 5 days | $ 140 |
| 7 days | $ 117 |
One family
2 adults / 2 children under 17 years old
| 4 stars | |
|---|---|
| 3 days | – |
| 5 days | $ 155 |
| 7 days | $ 127.50 |
Two families (rates by family)
2 X 2 adults / 2 children under 17 years old in the same cottage
| 4 stars | |
|---|---|
| 3 days | – |
| 5 days | $ 125 |
| 7 days | $ 106 |
Additional child from 6 to 17 years old without permit
Free for children 5 years and younger
| 4 stars | |
|---|---|
| 3 days | – |
| 5 days | $ 26 |
| 7 days | $ 25.75 |
Additional adult
| 4 stars | |
|---|---|
| 3 days | – |
| 5 days | $ 52 |
| 7 days | $ 51.50 |
Moose hunting
| 1st week | $ 2 060 |
| 2nd week | $ 1 960 |
- Exclusive territory with hunting camp or cottage – Max. 2 to 4 people
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First week from Friday 4 p.m. to Saturday 9 a.m.
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Second week from Saturday 4 p.m. to Sunday 9 a.m.
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No hunting the day of your arrival and departure.
Notes :
- Quota: 20 trout per adult with permit
- Quota: 10 trout per child with permit (family rate)
- Credit carts are not accepted in the forest.
- 25 % deposit required upon reservation for regular stays and 50% for weeks with families (non-refundable).
- Taxes not included.
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Perdrix or Pileu cottage no 10
Perdrix or Pileu cottage no 10
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Loutre or Nitshuku cottage no 11
Loutre or Nitshuku cottage no 11
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Castor or Amishku cottage no 12
Castor or Amishku cottage no 12
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Loup or Maikan cottage no 13
Loup or Maikan cottage no 13
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Ours or Mashku cottage no 14
Ours or Mashku cottage no 14
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Nuage or Kashkun cottage no 15-A
Nuage or Kashkun cottage no 15-A
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- 2 electric refrigerators
- Couch and 2 rocking chairs
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #3
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #4
- 1 single bed (1 person)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Renard or Matsheshu cottage no 15-B
Renard or Matsheshu cottage no 15-B
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- 2 electric refrigerators
- Non-smoking
- Couch and 2 rocking chairs
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #3
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #4
- 2 single bunk beds (4 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Oiseau or Pileshish cottage no 16
Oiseau or Pileshish cottage no 16
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #3
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Brulôt ou Pikush cottage no 17
Brulôt ou Pikush cottage no 17
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- Couch and rocking chair
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #3
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Village or Utenau cottage no 18
Village or Utenau cottage no 18
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- 2 electric refrigerators
- Couch and 2 rocking chairs
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #3
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Orignal or Mush cottage no 19
Orignal or Mush cottage no 19
Amenities
- View of Lac Gilles
- Non-smoking
- 2 electric refrigerators
- Couch and 2 rocking chairs
- Running water (hot running water, not drinkable)
- Bedroom #1
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #2
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #3
- 1 bunk bed, double below and single above (3 people)
- Bedroom #4
- 1 single bed (1 person)
- Picnic table
- Access to the main wharf
- Access to swings for the children
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Eight hunting camps
Eight hunting camps
Amenities
- Propane stove
- Propane refrigerator
- Propane heating
- Gravity-fed water supply
- Indoor toilette
- No shower
- Dishes, cutlery and pots
- 2 single double beds (4 people)
- Mattresses are mattress covers**
- Pillows and pillow cases
* Except for the Moccasin lands, where hunters are lodged in fishing cottages at Lac des Coeurs.
** Bed sheets, comforters, sleeping bags, towels and washcloths are not provided. Be sure to bring your own.
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