Take advantage of your visit to Baie James (James Bay) to visit La Grande-1 generating station, the last facility in the complex before the river empties into Baie James. See energy in the making and admire the northern landscapes! Visitors aged 18 years and over must present official photo ID.
La Grande-1 Generating Station (Hydro-Québec)
Contact details
Centrale La Grande-1
James Bay Road, Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, Québec, Canada, J0Y 2X0
James Bay Road, Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, Québec, Canada, J0Y 2X0
53.73391000, -78.56992720
Vue aérienne de la centrale La Grande-1 © Hydro-Québec
Intérieur de la centrale La Grande-1 © Hydro-Québec
Visiteurs © Hydro-Québec
Visite commentée © Hydro-Québec
Sentier vers le belvédère © Hydro-Québec
Belvédère de la centrale La Grande-1 © Hydro-Québec
Activities
Recreational and cultural activities
Guided tour
Facilities
Well-being and relaxation
Indoor relaxation area
Outdoor relaxation area
Infrastructure and equipment
Lookout / observation tower
Interpretation panels
Production observation showcase
Services
Visitor services
Air conditioning
Admitted customers
Teens
Adults
Childrens
Groups
Groups
Reservation required
Guided tour in english
Guided tour in french
Getting there
Parking
Free on-site parking
Accessibility (Keroul)
Not accessible (Kéroul)
Adapted services for hearing impairment
Adapted services for visual impairment
Last updated: January 7, 2026