Winnipeg 
Manitobans and visitors alike are invited to take advantage of free access to all provincial parks as part of the annual Canada’s Parks Day celebrations across the country, Environment, Climate and Parks Minister Jeff Wharton announced today.
Visitors to provincial parks will not require park vehicle permits from July 11 to 17. Nightly camping fees and fees in national parks still apply.
“This week-long free access, which coincides with Canada’s Parks Day on Saturday, July 16, is designed to ensure all Manitobans can enjoy the extraordinary natural beauty of our provincial parks even more affordably,” said Wharton in a news release. “From hiking and birdwatching in lush boreal forests to exploring intriguing historic sites that showcase our province’s cultural heritage to paddling a pristine, tranquil lake, Manitoba’s provincial parks have something for everyone.”
Manitoba’s provincial parks will also offer numerous interpretive programs including guided experiences and tours designed to connect visitors to each park’s natural, cultural and historical resources during this week.
Highlights of the interpretive programs during free admission week include events such as:
- Guided Walks including Kudlowich Homestead Tours at Birds Hill Provincial Park
- Bohémier & Turenne House Tours at St. Norbert Provincial Park
- Hecla Village Tour at Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park
- Fish Hatchery Tours and Guided Paddling at Whiteshell Provincial Park
- Wolf Howl Adventure (short walk outside to try howling for wolves) at Whiteshell Provincial Park
- Spirit Sands Sunset Hikes at Spruce Woods Provincial Park
Manitoba says park visitors should check online for the latest flood-related closures and advisories, road closures and potential detours before travelling as flooding and wet conditions continue to affect several provincial parks.
