Explore Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs, Quebec, Canada, with this interactive street and satellite map. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above the map to switch views. You can “grab” the map and drag it to re-centre it, or use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out to street-level detail. You will find live weather, local and world news below.
Imagery © Google · for orientation only, not for navigation
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs, Quebec. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
Drag the map to pan to any area of Quebec or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Place | Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs |
| Type | Parish Municipality |
| Province / Territory | Quebec (QC) |
| Location | Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs; La Matapédia |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 48.475624 |
| Longitude | -67.305861 |
| Population | 298 |
| Postal Code (FSA) | G5J |
| Area Code | 263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873 |
| Importance | Village / hamlet |
| CGN ID | EHYQW |
Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs is a parish municipality in Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs; La Matapédia, Quebec, Canada. It is classified as a village / hamlet. Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs is located at 48.4756°N, 67.3059°W.
Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs rests within a cradled valley where the earth rises toward the Colline de la Tortue, defining the horizon with a sturdy, verdant permanence. It lies 9.5 km east of Amqui, QC (from Amqui, QC: bearing 81°T), and is situated 6.7 km north-north-east of Lac-au-Saumon. The waters of the Rivière Causapscal cut through the landscape, their movement providing a steady, low-frequency pulse that defines the local atmosphere. Nearby, Lac Rouge sits as a quiet mirror to the sky, reflecting the shifting moods of the clouds that drift over the surrounding ridges. At dusk, the light here thins into a pale violet, catching the edges of the trees and lending the terrain a sharpness that feels both ancient and immediate. The air holds a crispness that suggests the proximity of the wilderness, even as the land opens up to accommodate the modest, persistent human presence. History in Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs reflects a long-standing dialogue between the inhabitants and the rugged geography of La Matapédia. The local economy draws its strength from the land, shaped by forestry and agricultural practices that have sustained families for generations. While the Réserve faunique des Rivières-Matapédia-et-Patapédia lies fourteen kilometers away, its influence creates a sense of vast, protected space that informs the local identity. Life here follows the turn of the seasons, marked by the practical tasks of maintenance and the quiet gathering of neighbors. The character of the residents is as direct as the river currents, favoring a stoic endurance that finds joy in the simple clarity of a well-tended field or the sudden, sharp scent of pine needles after a rain.
Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs s'étire avec une persévérance silencieuse le long des rives de la Rivière Causapscal, là où le terrain s'incline pour épouser le murmure des eaux. À proximité immédiate, le Lac Rouge capte les reflets changeants du ciel, offrant une profondeur sombre qui contraste avec la silhouette familière de la Colline de la Tortue dominant l'horizon. Cette terre, marquée par une rudesse ancienne, demande une vigilance constante à ceux qui y travaillent le sol ou y exploitent les ressources forestières, héritières d'une tradition de labeur qui façonne les gestes quotidiens. À quelques lieues, la Réserve faunique des Rivières-Matapédia-et-Patapédia impose sa présence sauvage, rappelant que la nature sauvage dicte ici son propre rythme, bien au-delà des clôtures et des chemins. Lorsque le crépuscule descend sur Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs, une lumière dorée s'attarde sur les pentes, révélant la texture minérale et végétale d'un paysage qui ne s'offre jamais tout à fait aux étrangers. L'air y possède une netteté particulière, chargée de l'humidité des courants fluviaux, tandis que les habitants persistent dans leur attachement à ce sol, cultivant une fierté simple nourrie par la proximité constante avec les éléments bruts qui définissent chaque horizon visible depuis ces terres.
Loading news…
Loading news…
Loading news…
Explore Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs, Quebec, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 48.475624, -67.305861. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.
Detailed location data for Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs includes the postal code (G5J), telephone area code (263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.
Location data for Saint-Alexandre-des-Lacs is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |