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Chute-Des-Passes/Lac Margane Seaplane Base (YWQ)
Chute-Des-Passes/Lac Margane Seaplane Base is a seasonal water aerodrome on Lac Margane, serving the Chute-des-Passes area of Quebec's Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region. Onward travel options connect the lakeshore base with the nearby settlement and regional centres such as Dolbeau-Mistassini and Saint-Félicien.
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About Chute-Des-Passes/Lac Margane Seaplane Base
Chute-Des-Passes/Lac Margane Seaplane Base (YWQ) is a small public water aerodrome on Lac Margane, in the Chute-des-Passes area of Quebec's Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, Canada. It serves a remote part of the Péribonka River watershed, where access is otherwise largely by forest road or boat.
The base is seasonal, generally operating from mid-May until November, and sits at an elevation of about 1,310 feet (399 metres) above sea level. Because the site has no conventional terminal infrastructure, seaplane operations are arranged around the lakeshore and dock area rather than through a standard airport complex.
Located roughly 14 km from the small settlement of Chute-des-Passes, the aerodrome is used mainly for private, charter, work and recreation-related flying rather than scheduled airline service. It lies far north of the region's main towns, with Dolbeau-Mistassini and Saint-Félicien approximately 160 km to the southwest.
Travel to and from the lakefront base is normally organized by boat, private vehicle or prearranged transfer, often coordinated with the flight operator. Travellers continuing into the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region should plan onward transport in advance, as services in this remote area are limited.
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Chute-Des-Passes/Lac Margane Seaplane Base is a small seasonal water aerodrome without conventional passenger terminals. Seaplane operations are based at the shore of Lac Margane and serve the surrounding Chute-des-Passes area rather than scheduled domestic or international flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Chute-Des-Passes/Lac Margane Seaplane Base
Transfers
Book onward transfers from Lac Margane to the Chute-des-Passes area and other destinations in Quebec's Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the Chute-des-Passes area to work sites, meetings or regional towns.
Car Rental
Car rental is generally arranged in larger regional centres such as Dolbeau-Mistassini or Saint-Félicien for independent travel after leaving the Lac Margane area.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize group road transfers between the Chute-des-Passes area, regional communities and work or event sites, with vehicles suited to forest-road travel.
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