Mistassibi River (Quebec, Canada)
The Mistassibi is a northern Quebec Classic offering great northern Canadian Shield and boreal forest scenery and paddling. The river contains numerous runable rapids and almost constant strong current. The nature of the river is such though, that it is appropriate for paddlers who are new to whitewater. Our trip will spend 8 days descending the stunning upper stretches of the west branch of the river. Along this 120km section we will encounter almost 80 rapids, concentrated in the 2nd half of the trip. Most of these are in the class 1 to class 2 range, with the occasional class 3. There are 2 short sections that must be carried or lined, all other rapids can be run. Beautiful waterfall all along the route cascade into the river valley from the hills above. We’ve planned 8 days, a relaxed pace to allow time for fishing, swimming, whitewater practice or simply relaxing. The sometimes deep upper river valley is forested primarily with stunted black spruce, as we travel south the forest becomes more varied. On many trips we expect to encounter virtually no other paddlers. Fishing is excellent along the route. Paddling and camping Skill level required is intermediate, but no previous whitewater is required, simply previous canoeing experience .
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I'm Shawn Hodgins, owner and chief guide of Wanapitei Canoe & Northern Outdoor Expeditions.I've been guiding our trips since the late 1970s and have been heading up the company since 1985. I continue to guide a number of trips each season and still plan all of our adventures myself. Each year I try and plan a few new and exciting trips that are off the beaten path. This is one of the best parts of the job—apart from actually going on the trips of course!If you have any questions, let us know. When I’m not out on the water, I'll personally try to help you.