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Flin Flon Station Museum
Flin Flon Station Museum contains artifacts collected from mining, transportation and Flin Flon Station Museum cultural sources, including a diving suit and helmet, a Linn tractor used in early freight hauls, a train sweeper and ore car. Also on display is a 63 lb. lake trout caught in the Flin Flon area. Open first weekend in June to August 31 daily 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Admission charged. Tel. 204-687-2946; Website: www.cityofflinflon.com Location: on PTH 10 at the tourist park.
20 - 1st Avenue
FLIN FLON, MB CANADA
R8A 0T4
Tel: 204-687-2946
Web: www.cityofflinflon.com
Bakers Narrows Provincial Park
Bakers Narrows Provincial Park
This spot is ideal for camping, fishing and boating. There are also playgrounds, boat launches and three beaches. A scenic tower with interpretive signs accessed by a short climb, allows one to see for miles in all directions. Open May to September. Location: 19 km/12 mi. south of Flin Flon on PTH 10.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.manitobaparks.com
Buffalo Creek Nature Park
Buffalo Creek Nature Park features a small lake, field house, fishing programs, large hill, lit trails, cross-country skiing, skating, snowboarding and tobogganing.
Box 1630
ALTONA, MB CANADA
R0G 0B0
Tel: 204-324-9005/204-324-6468
Fax: 204-324-6472
Email: info@altona.ca
Web: www.altona.ca
Little Dance Hill
Pilot Mound
The community in the heart of the Pembina Valley was named for a mound that can be seen from 25 km/16 mi. away. It was known as Little Dance Hill by the Assiniboin First Nation and a landmark for explorers and settlers travelling across the prairie.
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-2205
Fax: 204-948-2384
Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
Darlingford Memorial and Park (PHS)
Darlingford
A large boulder marks the overland route taken by Pierre Gaultier de Varennes, sieur de la Vérendrye and his party in search of the western sea. The trail was also followed by fur traders and settlers.
The Darlingford Memorial and Park, dedicated in 1921 to the men of the area who served and died in the first and second world wars, overlooks the Pembina Hills. (PHS)
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-2205
Fax: 204-948-2384
Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
Gimli
The name comes from ancient Norse mythology and means “Home of the Gods”. Located on the west shore of the world’s tenth largest freshwater lake, Gimli is the heart of New Iceland. Stroll along the sandy beaches, swim, fish, rent a kayak, golf, explore unique shops, restaurants, galleries and museums. Walk along the Gimli harbour, look at the numerous historic murals painted along the seawall by local artists. Enjoy the Islendingadagurinn (Icelandic Festival) held on the August long weekend, the Gimli Film Festival in July.

Tel. 204-642-6650
Toll-free: 1-866-642-6650
Fax: 204-642-6660
Web: www.gimli.ca
E-mail: gimli@rmgimli.com
Box 1246
GIMLI, MB CANADA
R0C 1B0
Tel: 204-642-6697
Fax: 204-642-6660
Email: gimlicdc@rmgimli.com
Web: www.gimli.ca
Symonds Kiosk
Symonds Kiosk is dedicated to the railroaders of the Rossburn Subdivision of the Canadian National Railways. The display board contains a schematic of the Rossburn Subdivision with many railway related pictures from the various places it served, and photos of Sandy Lake area pioneer families. Tel. 204-585-2419; E-mail: esymonds@mts.net
Box 146, 412 Railway Avenue
SANDY LAKE, MB CANADA
R0J 1X0
Tel: 204-585-2419
Email: esymonds@mts.net
Souris Swinging Bridge
Souris is famous for its 102 year old 177 m/582 ft. free-suspension foot bridge over the Souris River. This bridge is the longest of its kind in Canada and was built by Squire Sowden. It is located next to Sowden's former residence, now Hillcrest Museum. Tel. 204-483-5200; fax: 204-483-5203; Web: www.sourismanitoba.com E-mail: sgcdc@mts.net
Box 245
SOURIS, MB CANADA
R0K 2C0
Tel: 204-483-3790
Fax: 204-483-2538
Email: sgmc@mymts.net
Web: www.sourismanitoba.com
Duck Mountain Provincial Park
Part of a long series of highlands known as the Manitoba Escarpment. The park is composed of thickly wooded, rolling terrain with dozens of deep clear lakes brimming with trout, splake, rainbow trout, walleye, northern pike and perch. East Blue Lake is 60 m/200 feet deep and the bottom is visible at 9-12 m/30-40 ft. Boreal and deciduous forests and upland meadows support a wide variety of wildlife. Enjoy fishing, camping, boating, hiking, scuba diving and biking. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Baldy Mountain is Manitoba's highest point at 831 m/2,727 ft., with an observation tower at the summit offering a spectacular view. This historic interpretive site includes a picnic area, hiking trail and washrooms. Copernicus Hill, topped by a monument and observation tower, is a 1.5 km/1 mi. trail passing through a boreal forest.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.manitobaparks.com
Rennie, Seven Sisters
As you move north through the park on PR 307 and 309, you are treated to miles of scenic beauty dotted with cosy resorts, campgrounds and peaceful picnic areas. The border towns of Rennie on Hwy. 44 and Seven Sisters on PR 307 offer a full line of services such as grocery stores, gas stations, hotels, motels and restaurants.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.manitobaparks.com
Neepawa
Neepawa
Neepawa is a Cree word meaning "abundance or plenty". The town is also known as the "World Lily Capital". The Neepawa & Area Lily Festival is celebrated the third full weekend in July. The star attraction is the Margaret Laurence Home. Tel. 204-476-8811; toll-free: 1-866-893-0381; Website: www.lilyfestival.com E-mail: info@lilyfestival.com
Box 2376, 282 Hamilton Street
NEEPAWA, MB CANADA
R0J 1H0
Toll Free: 1-866-893-0381
Tel: 204-476-8811
Fax: 204-476-5528
Email: info@lilyfestival.com
Web: www.lilyfestival.com
Caddy Lake
Caddy Lake on Hwy. 44 is the beginning of the ancient Whiteshell River canoe route. Gas, groceries, seasonal accommodations and camping are available on this picturesque lake. Activities include canoeing, fishing, boating, camping and hiking.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.manitobaparks.com
Saskeram & Tom Lamb Wildlife Management Areas
Saskeram & Tom Lamb Wildlife Management Areas
Two of the province's largest wildlife management areas are Saskeram, covering 97,041 ha/ 239,785 ac., and the Tom Lamb WMA encompassing 218,846 ha/ 540,761 ac. Both include important breeding and staging habitat for waterfowl. Location: east and west of PTH 10 near The Pas.
Box 24 - 200 Saulteaux Crescent
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Island Park and Crescent Lake
Island Park and Crescent Lake
This scenic park is home to Splash Island, our outdoor water park, a playground area, bandshell, arboretum, deer and waterfowl sanctuary, tennis courts, picnic sites, horse racing track, strawberry farms and an 18-hole golf course. The newly constructed recreation multiplex, the PCU Centre, is the ideal place for recreation, sport and gatherings. The Crescent Lake community walking path has many historical signs that give reference to sites of the past and current heritage properties along the lake. In the winter enjoy an ice rink, a toboggan slide and national award winning Island of Lights.

Tel. 204-239-8334
Location: Portage la Prairie
97 Saskatchewan Avenue East
Portage la Prairie, MB CANADA
R1N 0L8
Tel: 204-239-8321
Email: info@city-plap.com
Web: www.city.portage-la-prairie.mb.ca
Clearwater Lake Provincial Park
Clearwater Lake Provincial Park
The water of Clearwater Lake is so clear the bottom is visible at 11 m/35 ft. It's a prime habitat for trophy-size lake trout, northern pike and whitefish. Accessible by a self-guiding trail is a natural phenomenon called "the caves," huge slabs of rock broken off the dolomite cliffs. Much of the park's 595 sq. km/ 230 sq. mi. area is made up of coniferous forests yielding a rich variety of berries and wildflowers. The park offers fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, overnight lodging and camping. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Location: 18 km/11 mi. north of The Pas at junction of PTH 10 and 287.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.manitobaparks.com
Selkirk Waterfront
The Selkirk Waterfront initiative is the result of the City's desire to stimulate downtown investment/development and champion an "inter-connected" river based tourism corridor connecting The Forks in Winnipeg with Lockport, Lower Fort Garry, the Selkirk Waterfront, Marine Museum of Manitoba and Selkirk Park. Have your picture taken at the bronze sculpture Perilous Crossing, depicting seven crewmen on a Hudson Bay York Boat crossing Lake Winnipeg in late fall.
2nd floor, 18 Main Street
SELKIRK, MB CANADA
R1A 1P5
Toll Free: 1-800-894-2621
Tel: 204-482-2022
Fax: 204-482-2033
Email: info@northredcfdc.com
Web: www.redrivernorthtourism.com
Trans-Canada Trail
Trans-Canada Trail; The Trans Canada Trail is the longest network of trails in the world. Once complete, it will extend over 22,000 kilometres between the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans. In Manitoba, the trail extends from the Ontario border through Canadian Shield terrain in Whiteshell Provincial Park, northwest through Pinawa to Grand Beach. From there it travels south through the Red River Valley, Selkirk, Winnipeg, and St. Malo to Emerson. The trail then travels west through Spruce Woods Provincial Park through prairie and the Assiniboine River Delta to Neepawa, Russell, and Roblin, through the Duck Mountain Provincial Forest to the Saskatchewan border. The trail features year-round recreational activites, historical sites, diverse ecosystems and communities. Visit our website (www.mrta.mb.ca) for maps and information.
3 - 303 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB CANADA
R3H 0W4
Tel: 204-786-2688/204-633-9879
Fax: 204-945-1365
Web: http://www.mrta.mb.ca
Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls is a favourite stopping place for visitors and camera enthusiasts. The falls can be reached by car from the White Lake Resort access road. Wheelchair accessible fishing platform and washroom. Location: White Lake off PR 307, White Lake Resort.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.manitobaparks.com
Crow Wing Trail
Crow Wing Trail, now part of the Trans-Canada Trail, closely parallels the original trail route. It connected the Red River Settlement to the railway hub of St. Paul, Minnesota, and wound through the scenic grounds of what is now the Saint-Pierre-Jolys Museum site. The first printing press of the Winnipeg Free Press was originally carried along this historic trail.
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-2205
Fax: 204-948-2384
Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
Cape Merry Battery
Cape Merry Battery features the remnants of a gun powder magazine from the fur trade era (1746). Strategically misplaced, the battery was dismantled and rebuilt in 1749 on its present site. Designed to supplement the defenses of PWF, the battery was constructed with six cannon emplacements. One lone cannon stands today, a stark reminder of its intent. Plaques honour Rev. Rasmus Jensen and the Fort Churchill fur trade post. Guided tours are available, please check Parks Canada office for tour times. Tel. 204-675-8863 Fax: 204-675-2026 Web: www.parkscanada.gc.ca E-mail: mannorth.nhs@pc.gc.ca Location: on the east shore of the Churchill River across from Prince of Wales Fort
Box 127
CHURCHILL, MB CANADA
R0B 0E0
Tel: 204-675-8863
Fax: 204-675-2026
Email: mike.iwanowsky@pc.gc.ca
Web: www.pc.gc.ca
Oak Point
Oak Point
Here ran the original northern boundary of the Province of Manitoba. Its size and shape gave it the nickname "The Postage Stamp Province." On July 15, 1870 Manitoba officially became a Canadian province. Location: PTH 6 at Oak Point.
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-2205
Fax: 204-948-2384
Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
Centre d'interprétation St-Léon
Learn about the wind farm, salamanders and other ecological aspects. Children receive a green passport with a stamp for each activity. Group tours welcome. Admission charged. Open summer months Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sundays by appointment. Tel. 204-242-4374; Web: www.cistleon.com E-mail: cistleon@gmail.com
C.P. 5044
ST. LEON, 35 Baie du Lac, MB CANADA
R0G 2E0
Tel: 204-242-4374
Email: cistleon@gmail.com
Web: www.cistleon.com
Wasagaming Townsite (PHS)
Wasagaming Townsite, on the south shore of Clear Lake, provides a variety of recreational activities including a fine 18-hole golf course, surfaced tennis courts, lawn bowling and canoeing. Motels, resorts, shops, restaurants, a cinema, campsites, a boat rental facility and a big dance hall are also found in the townsite. Two 1930s log buildings, the Park Theatre and the Wigwam Restaurant, are designated as provincial heritage sites. Wasagaming Weekend is a true family affair. (PHS)
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-2205
Fax: 204-948-2384
Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
 Brandon
Brandon
You Belong in Brandon - with its rich agricultural heritage and natural resources, the opportunity to explore becomes endless. Manitoba's second largest city, with a population of approximately 46,000, has gained valuable recognition for its ability to organize and host many world-class events. Come and discover the wonders of the "Wheat City" where hospitality is second to none! Web: tourism.brandon.com E-mail: brandontourism@wcgwave.ca Home to the Brandon Folk Music and Art Festival in July, Manitoba Summer Fair hosted in June, Manitoba Livestock Expo in November and the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair in spring.
1 - 545 Conservation Drive
BRANDON, MB CANADA
R7A 7L8
Toll Free: 1-888-799-1111
Tel: 204-729-2141
Fax: 204-729-2139
Email: brandontourism@wcgwave.ca
Web: www.brandontourism.com
Lorna Smith Nature Centre
Lorna Smith Nature Centre
This protected habitat contains a variety of prairie plants and wildlife species in an untamed, natural setting. Tel. (204) 747-2530; fax: (204) 747-2956; Website: www.tmcd.ca Location: near Boissevain.
Box 508
DELORAINE, MB CANADA
R0M 0M0
Tel: 204-747-2530
Fax: 204-747-2956
Email: tmcd.admin@goinet.ca
Web: www.tmcd.ca

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