Looking to travel out of Winnipeg? Maybe a day trip? Why not try Manitoba Provincial Parks? Listed here are Parks situated within two hours of Winnipeg. Whether you want to camp out, spend the day relaxing at the beach or explore new terrains, these parks offer you many choices for a fantastic weekend getaway. With over 20 parks within 200 km of Winnipeg, Manitoba provincial parks are also great day trip destinations to immerse yourself in nature and to have a fun family day out.
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St. Norbert Provincial Heritage Park
Take a step back in time while you discover the history of the aboriginal people and the beginning of the agricultural French-Canadian community. Here, you can see restored pioneer houses that offers guided tours. Spend time exploring the grounds or enjoy a picnic with family. Details
Camping: Camping is not permitted in this park.
Location: Located at 40 Turnbull Drive 3.0 km/1.9 miles south of the Winnipeg perimeter off PTH 75. Approximate 20 km ~ 30 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Trappist Monastery Provincial Heritage Park
Camping: No Camping
Beaudry Provincial Park
Located along the Assiniboine River, the Beaudry Park is a place that reconnects you with nature. The park also has a number of hiking and cross-country ski trails as well as abundant wildlife. Drive to the park on a weekend and enjoy this less known piece of Manitoba. Details
Camping: Camping is not permitted in this park.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, travel west 10 km (6.2 mi.) on Roblin Boulevard/PR 241. Approximate 30 km ~40 mins from downtown Winnipeg
Birds Hill Provincial Park
The park is home to the Winnipeg Folk Festival as well as various other entertainment and sporting events, in addition to the many Interpretive programs. This is an all-season park, where visitors in summer can enjoy swimming in the beach or hiking the trails, and cross-country ski or snowshoe during the winter months. Details
Camping: Fully-serviced campsites to basic campsites.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, follow Hwy. #59 north, 24 km (14.9 mi.) to the west park entrance.
Approximate 35 km ~ 40 mins from downtown Winnipeg
Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park
Come summer and you can find visitors flocking the Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park. Spend hot summer days enjoying a swim or a nice walk along the boardwalk. Details
Camping: Full-service sites and buddy camping sites
Location: From Winnipeg, travel north 52 km on Hwy 8, turn right on PR 225 to Hwy 9. Travel north 6 km to the park.
Approximate 75 km ~ 60 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Norris Lake Provincial Park
Located an hour from Winnipeg, the Norris Lake Provincial Park is popular for swimming, fishing, waterskiing. Spend your day picnicking and enjoy yourself at the playground. Details
Camping: Basic campsites and group sites.
Location: Take PTH #7 north 45 km (28 mi.) to Teulon, then northwest 20 km (12.4 mi.) on PTH #17.
Approximate 80 km ~ 60 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
St. Malo Provincial Park
Calm waters and the natural setting attracts visitors to this park. Whether you come here for water sports or beach volleyball, hiking or picnicking, the park has ample recreational facitilies for entertainment. Details
Camping: Private serviced campsites.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, travel south on PTH 59, 64 km/39.8 mi.
Approximate 80 km ~ 75 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Patricia Beach Provincial Park
With its beautiful sandy beach and warm shallow water and sand dunes, the Patricia Beach Provincial Park is a serene place hidden in Manitoba. Lazy in the sun and play on the beach. This Provincial Park is renowned for its marshlands area that is a habitat for a variety of water fowls and wildlife species. Details
Location: Located 84 kilometres north of Winnipeg, MB off Highway 59.
Approximate 84 km ~ 60 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Marchand Provincial Park
Located within the vast sand and gravel ridge of the Sandilands Provincial Forest, this park is intended for day use recreation. The park is also the staging area for the network of trails adjacent to the park. Details
Camping: No camping.
Location: Marchand Provincial Park, Hadashville.
Approximate 95 km ~ 75 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Camp Morton Provincial Park
Site of a former summer camp by Thomas W. Morton, this park has many historic buildings and monuments for visitors to see. Nature lovers will love the setting of white spruce, oak and birch, many wildlife and birds including songbirds and white pelicans. Details
Camping: In addition to basic campsites, Yurts and Camp Morton Cabins are available.
Location: Camp Morton Provincial Park lies along the western shore of Lake Winnipeg, approximately 7 km (4.5 miles) north of Gimli. The park can be reached by either PTH 8 or 9 and PR 222.
Approximate 100 km ~ 70 mins from downtown Winnipeg
Lundar Beach Provincial Park
Lundar Beach Provincial Park, located on the eastern shore of Lake Manitoba, is a family friendly park. Enjoy many activities from a stroll along the shore, hiking the trail, watching songbirds, or swimming in the beach. Details
Camping: Basic and electrical campsites.
Location: Lundar Beach is located beside Lake Manitoba. From Winnipeg drive North 110 kilometres on PTH 6 to Lundar, then 18 kilometres west on PR 419.
Approximate 100 km ~ 75 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Saint Ambroise Beach Provincial Park
Saint Ambroise Beach Provincial Park is a bird-watcher’s paradise with lots of migratory birds. Its shallow waters makes it a very popular destination for families. Come here for a family picnic or listen to the songs of birds. Details
Camping: Basic and electrical campsites.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, take HWY 1 west 13.8 km/8.1 mi. to PTH 26, travel northwest 42 km/ 26.1 mi. to PR 430. Turn right and travel 27 km/ 16.8 mi. to the park.
Approximate 100 km ~ 75 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Grand Beach Provincial Park
One of the most popular parks in the North America with warm sandy beaches and dunes that reach 30 ft. high. Stroll along the self-guided trails or enjoy water activities. Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are some of the activities that can be enjoyed in the winter months. Details
Camping: Basic and electrically serviced sites.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, take PTH 59 north, 80 km/49.7 mi. to the Grand Beach turnoff. Follow PTH 12 west 6 km./3.7 mi
Approximate 100 km ~ 75 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Pinawa Provincial Park
This 0.68-hectare park is Manitoba’s smallest provincial park. Popular among birdwatchers and anglers this park is also provides anglers a point of access to the Winnipeg River. Details
Camping: No camping
Location: Located on the east shore of the junction of Provincial Road 211 and the Winnipeg River.
Approximate 105 km ~ 75 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Stephenfield Provincial Park
This pretty place is ideal for a short family outing. Located beside the Boyne River, your little ones can swim, fish or boat on the reservoir. Enjoy a picnic in the grounds or a spend the night camping. Details
Camping: In addition to basic, electrical and electrical/water campsites, yurts are available for rent.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, travel west 62 km/38.5 mi. on PTH 3 to Carman, continue west on PR 245 for 22 km and turn right at the park signs.
Approximate 115 km ~ 90 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Hnausa Beach Provincial Park
Located on the shore of Lake Winnipeg, Hnausa Beach Provincial Park is the perfect place for a quiet weekend. Children can enjoy the Playground while parent relax. Details
Camping: Basic and electrical campsites.
Location: 100 km north of Winnipeg on Highway 8, one mile east on Highway 68, 1km south on PR 222.
Approximate 120 km ~ 90 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Pinawa Dam Provincial Park
Pinawa Dam Provincial Park commemorates Manitoba’s first year-round hydroelectric generating station, the Pinawa Dam. After the Dam was closed and the area was designated as a Provincial Park in 1985. Details
Camping: No camping.
Location: From Winnipeg, follow PTH 59 north to PTH 44, east to PTH 11, north to PR 211, east to PR 520 and north 8.0 km/ 4.9mi. to the park.
Approximate 120 km ~ 90 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Whitemouth Falls Provincial Park
This is a widely popular day-use camp for picnicking and fishing. The principal attraction is the Whitemouth Falls where the whitemouth river flows into Winnipeg River and also provides a view of the Seven Sister Dam. This park is also the staging and nesting area of the spectacular Great gray owl, Manitoba’s provincial bird. Details
Camping: No camping
Location: Whitemouth Falls is located 90 km north-east of Winnipeg. To get here follow Hwy #44 east to Hwy 11, turn north on Hwy. 11, turn east on PR 307 until the town of Seven Sisters Falls. The access to the park is on the north side across from PR 408.
Approximate 140 km ~ 100 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Whiteshell Provincial Park
Discover the wonder of Canadian Shield at this spectacular park with its dazzling waters and lush forests. Be it summer or winter, this park offers many attractions that can be enjoyed by its visitors. Come year after year, season after season, you still won’t have seen or enjoyed it all! Details
Camping: Basic to Full-service campsites, Yurts are available for rent. In addition, there are a number of resorts all over the park.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, take Hwy 1, 126 km/78.3 mi. east to Falcon Lake and West Hawk Lake. Additional entry points to the park include PR 307 at Seven Sisters Falls and PTH 44 at Rennie.
Year-round, all season park.
Camping: May – October
Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park
Camping: Basic, electrical & Electrical/water campsites available. Hecla island cabins and Hecla community Hall provides comfort camping.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, follow Hwy. #8, 165 km (102.5 mi.) north along the west shore of Lake Winnipeg to Gull Harbour
Approximate 170 km ~ 2 hrs from downtown Winnipeg
Pembina Valley Provincial Park
A former glacial spillway, today the pleasant melodies of birds and fragrances of flowers and herbs, makes the 440 acre Pembina Valley Provincial Park uniquely refreshing. The Forest protects a variety of wildlife. One can find both challenging hiking trails or easy relaxing ones combined with stunning view-points. Details
Camping: No camping.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, take Hwy. #3, turn south on Hwy. #31, left on PR 201 to a dead end, turn right 0.5 km (0.3 mi.), turn left into the park.
Approximate 170 kms – 2 hrs 15 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Spruce Woods Provincial Park
Mixed-grass prairie and the remnant boreal forest, sand dunes that shift with the wind; stretches of open sand contrasting with lush oasis of spruce trees makes a journey to Spruce woods Provincial Park both adventurous and natural. Named for the spruce trees covering the area, the park’s most characteristic features are the sand dunes that are as tall as 30 m. Details
Camping: Basic and electrical campsites. For a comfortable camping experience, book a Yurt.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, follow Hwy. #1 west, travel 160 km (79.4 mi.) to the junction with Hwy. #5 at Carberry, drive south 20 km (12.4 mi.) to the park.
Approximate 180 km ~ 2 hours 15 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
Watchorn Provincial Park
Cool off the summer heat by indulging in water activities – swimming, fishing, boating. This 2.8 hectre park is a good place to enjoy some fun time with family. Details
Camping: Basic and electrical campsites.
Location: Leaving Winnipeg, travel north on Highway 6 for approximately 170 kms to Provincial Road 237. Travel 11.5 kms west to Watchorn.
Approximate 200 km ~ 2 hrs 20 minutes from downtown Winnipeg
2022 Fees:
Vehicle Permit Fees: Annual: $44.50; Casual: $16.50; Daily: $9.50
Camping Rates: Basic: $11.55 to $23.10; Electrical: $15.75 to $27.30; Electrical/water: $18.90 to $24.15; Full: $21.00 to $25.20
Don’t like camping in the open and need creature comforts? Manitoba Parks offer cabins at select locations for a worry free weekend getaway! Comfort Cabins
Yurts: $56.00 plus taxes/night with a minimum two-night reservation
Camp Morton Cabins: $71.96 to $78.44
Hecla Island Cabins: $37.77 to $68.54
For reservations, call 204-948-3333, Toll Free: 1-888-4U2-CAMP (1-88-482-2267)
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