Baie-des-Chaloupes rewards everyday life with big-sky horizons and the rhythm of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Set along scenic Route 138 between Havre-Saint-Pierre and Baie-Comeau in the Minganie regional county, it’s a quiet shoreline community where fishing skiffs still dot the water and seabirds ride the wind. Residents spend weekends paddling coves, beachcombing for sea glass, or heading out for salmon and trout on nearby rivers. The celebrated islands and limestone monoliths of the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve are a day trip away, opening the door to whale watching, rare orchids, and extraordinary coastal hiking. Clear nights often deliver a canopy of stars you’ll talk about for years.
Families are served by the Centre de services scolaire de la Moyenne-Côte-Nord, with primary and secondary options in nearby communities and flexible supports for this coastal stretch. Older students frequently continue at the well-regarded Cégep de Sept-Îles in Sept-Îles. Services and shopping are anchored in these regional hubs, while day-to-day life in Baie-des-Chaloupes stays refreshingly unhurried—think community suppers, snowshoe tracks in fresh powder, and summer evenings on the wharf. Outdoor-minded buyers find value in modest homes and camps with water access, while sellers appreciate interest from adventurers and remote workers drawn by the North Shore’s reputation, highlighted by Tourisme Côte-Nord. Whether you’re exploring your first purchase or planning a sale, Agent Pronto can connect you with a trusted local real estate expert to guide every step.