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| Sprague/Northwest Angle Provincial Forest | Sprague/Northwest Angle Provincial Forest
Sprague is the gateway to the Lake of the Woods and the Northwest Angle. Moose Lake Provincial Park and Birch Point Provincial Park, found within the forest, offer visitor accommodation, picnic area and campgrounds. Buffalo Bay is an international body of water bordering Manitoba, Ontario and Minnesota.Location: access via PTH 12 or the Trans-Canada and PR 308. | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| Riding Mountain National Park of Canada | Riding Mountain National Park of Canada
This accessible wilderness features almost 3,000 sq. km/1,150 sq. mi. of boreal forest, aspen parkland, deciduous forest and open grasslands and meadows. The area is a haven for outdoor wilderness experiences and wildlife viewing - including a herd of bison living in the park! A network of day-use and overnight trails is designed for hiking, cycling or horseback riding. Interpretive programs are offered. There are several campgrounds and picnic areas at many of the lakes. Reservations are required for camping in the backcountry. Reservations for Wasagaming Campground are advisable. Toll-free: 1-877-737-3783 or Website: www.pccamping.ca. Detailed guides and maps are available at the park office and the Visitor Centre. Admission charged. Tel. 204-848-7275; Web: www.pc.gc.ca/riding E-mail: rmnp.info@pc.gc.ca.
A small bison herd numbering approximately 30 animals is maintained on a 647 ha. fenced range near Lake Audy. An on-site exhibit relates the natural history of the bison and the native fescue grassland where they live. The herd is best viewed in the early morning or evening hours.
Clear Lake is spring-fed and 33 m/110 ft. deep. Enjoy swimming, boating, wind-surfing and fishing for northern pike, walleye, perch, lake trout and whitefish.
When Riding Mountain National Park was designated in 1930, a man known as Grey Owl gave talks and shows with his pet beavers, Rawhide and Jellyroll. Although people assumed he was Aboriginal, Grey Owl was really an Englishman named Archibald Bellaney who had assumed an Aboriginal persona. His cabin can be visited in the park by hiking or biking an 8.7 km (one-way) trail.
The Visitor Centre contains displays, pamphlets, audio-visual materials and interpretive programs. The Nature Shop, owned and operated by Friends of Riding Mountain National Park, offers quality souvenirs, interpretive and educational materials and programs for all nature lovers. Open in summer only. | | Web: www.pc.gc.ca/riding |
| 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. | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| 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; Web: www.rmgimli.com E-mail: rmgimli@rmgimli.com | | Web: www.nihm.ca |
| Assiniboine Trail | | The Assiniboine Trail commemorates an early transportation route used by Aboriginals, European explorers, fur traders and settlers. The trail runs along PTH 26 from St. François Xavier to Portage la Prairie. It follows the Assiniboine River as it passes through the historic river lot parishes. Métis families began settling in the area around 1814 and several of Manitoba’s oldest churches are located along the route. Contact: Central Plains Inc., 56 Royal Road North, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1V1. Tel. 204-856-5000; fax: 204-856-5006; Web: www.centralplains.mb.ca | | Web: www.rm-stfrancois.mb.ca |
| 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. | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| 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. | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| Snow Lake | Snow Lake
The discovery of major ore deposits led to Snow Lake's development as a major mining centre. You will find excellent fishing, canoeing, abundant flora and fauna, resorts, a Manitoba Star Attraction mining museum, Sunset Bay beach. Enjoy history and view the Aboriginal pictographs dating back 1,500 years. Tel. 204-358-2551; fax: 204-358-7703; Website: www.snowlake.com Location: on PR 392. | | Web: www.snowlake.com |
| Dauphin | Dauphin
Dauphin is nestled in the heart of Parkland region protected by the Riding Mountain National Park and the Duck Mountains. The City of Sunshine welcomes you to an all-season wonderland with an abundance of festivals and recreation. Swim at Manitoba's only indoor wave pool, golf the 18-hole course near Lake Dauphin. Tel. 204-622-3228; toll-free: 1-866-566-5669; fax: 204-622-3290; Website: www.dauphin.ca E-mail: info@dauphin.ca | | Web: www.dauphin.ca |
| Parks Route | | This route follows PTH 5 from the Canada-USA border to the Saskatchewan-Manitoba Boundary, traversing through prairie and parkland geographic regions. It accesses four major Manitoba parks: Spruce Woods Provincial Park with its fascinating sand dunes; Riding Mountain National Park with its bison herds; Duck Mountain Provincial Park with its fishing and camping and Asessippi Provincial Park where Lake of the Prairies has been created. Contact: The Parks Route Association, Box 64, Cartwright, MB R0K 0L0. Tel. 204-529-2590; fax: 204-529-2288; Web: www.parksroute.ca E-mail: edocart@hotmail.com | | Web: www.cartwrightmb.ca |
| The Boundary Commission - NWMP Route | | North West Mounted Police (NWMP) Route. The backbone of the Boundary Trail Heritage Region is a network of four historic Southern Manitoba trails from Emerson to the western Manitoba border, including the International Boundary Commission trail, the NWMP trail, and two pioneer settlement trails - the Post Road and Boiler Trail. Contact: Boundary Trail Heritage Region Inc., Box 64, Cartwright, MB R0K 0L0. Tel. 204-529-2590; fax: 204-529-2288; Web: www.bthr.ca E-mail: edocart@hotmail.com | | Web: www.cartwrightmb.ca |
| Bannock Point | | Bannock Point features petroforms: stones laid out on the bedrock in the shapes of turtles, snakes, geometric designs and a Thunderbird. They are believed to have been made centuries ago by First Nations people for their value in teaching and healing ceremonies. Tel. 204-348-2846 (Nutimik Museum) for summer tour dates and times. Location: north of Pine Point Rapids. | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| Falcon Lake Townsite | | The Falcon Lake Townsite off Hwy. 1 offers full amenities, campground, accommodation and an array of recreational activities on Falcon Lake. There's a professional golf course, miniature golf, tennis, horseshoes and a year-round riding stable. | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| West Hawk Lake | | At 115 metres, West Hawk Lake on Hwy. 44, is the deepest in Manitoba. A meteorite is believed to have created the crater which eventually became a lake. This meteor impact site is one of those listed as a World Terrestrial Impact Structure. The townsite offers full amenities including a marina, accommodation and campground. Web: www.nrcan.gc.ca/ess E-mail: crater@grc.ca//gdcinfo.agg.nrcan.gc.ca | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| St. Andrew's-on-the-Red Anglican Church (PHS) | | St. Andrew's-on-the-Red Anglican Church is the oldest stone church in Western Canada built between 1845 and 1849 still used for public worship. This Gothic Revival stone church has massive stone walls, small painted windows, a steep roof and a full wooden steeple. A Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada plaque commemorates the church site. Kneeling benches are covered with buffalo hide and many original fixtures still remain. (PHS) | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| St. François Xavier | St. François Xavier
This community dates from 1823 when Cuthbert Grant, an outstanding Métis leader, established a Métis settlement. It was the home of Pascal Breland, an influential business and political figure, and Pierre Falcon, one of Manitoba's earliest song writers. Location: on PTH 26. | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| Kaleida | Kaleida
The cemetery at a stone Anglican church southwest of Darlingford contains gravestones of pioneer families. There is an excellent view of the sweeping Pembina River Valley to the south. Location: southwest of Darlingford, off PR 528. | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| Miami Railway Station Museum | | Miami Railway Station Museum, built in 1889, is a national historic site depicting the life and times of the rural station agent. Open June to August, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays or by appointment. Admission charged. Tel. (204) 435-2013/435-2115. Location: Hwy. 23. | |
| Captain Kennedy Museum and Maple Grove Tea Room | | Captain Kennedy Museum and Maple Grove Tea Room was built in 1866 by Captain William Kennedy, an explorer, entrepreneur and trader. Three rooms are furnished in the style of the era. The glassed-in Maple Grove tearoom overlooks English gardens and the historic Red River. Closed most Mondays. Open May to October. Tel. 204-334-2498. Location: 417 River Road. | |
| Whiteshell Provincial Park | Whiteshell Provincial Park
This spectacular park offers over 2,729 km²/1,689 mi² of dazzling waters and lush forests. Park visitors of all ages enjoy hiking, mountain biking, tennis, quiet beaches and water sports of all kinds. Over 200 lakes offer walleye, northern pike, perch, smallmouth bass and lake trout fishing excitement.
A year-round playground, the Whiteshell offers winter lovers cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, winter hiking, skating and snowmobiling. The park has three entrance points: Hwy. 1 from the east or west, from the south on the La Vérendrye Trail at Hwy. 44 and driving northward on PR 307. To enter the park from the north take Hwy. 11 on the La Vérendrye Trail to Seven Sisters on PR 307. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497; Web: www.manitobaparks.com E-mail: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| Shoal Lake | | This beautiful progressive community and surrounding area offer year-round recreation including fishing, hunting, golfing, camping, boating, swimming, birding and hiking, ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. The countryside is adorned with Ukrainian heritage sites, waterfowl and wildlife. Visit the Police and Pioneer Museum, Manitoba's only North West Mounted Police museum, and the Prairie Mountain Regional Museum with its heritage village and collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Open July and August or by appointment. Celebrate Just 4 U Daze (June) and the agricultural fair (mid-July). Tel. 204-759-3343; fax: 204-759-2740; Web: www.shoallake.ca E-mail: slrcdc@goinet.ca | | Web: www.shoallake.ca |
| Asessippi Townsite | | The Asessippi Townsite was established in 1882 by the Shell River Colonization Company. When the railway failed to pass through the town, the inhabitants resettled in Roblin. Today, all that remains are the ruins of abandoned buildings. A commemorative plaque recalls the history of the town. | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| Churchill | Churchill
The Polar Bear Capital of the World is the only human settlement where polar bears can be observed in the wild. The bears tip the scale at over 1,300 pounds, stand 10 feet tall and can move with surprising speed and agility. Best viewing time is October to early November.
Churchill is also famous with birders - some 250 species of birds including the rare Ross Gull, nest or pass through on their yearly migrations.
In summer, white beluga whales surface and plunge in the blue-green waters of the Churchill River. You’ll be talking distance of the most vocal whales in the world. More than 3,000 beluga whales come in early July to feed and calve. Seals can also be seen in the harbour and caribou are frequently sighted along the coast.
Churchill, population 1,000, is accessible by air or the Hudson Bay Railway line, which was built over permafrost and muskeg in 1929 and required a crew of 3,000 to complete. The two-night, one-day trip on VIA Rail from Winnipeg to Churchill (1,600 km/1,000 mi.) provides comfortable bedrooms or roomettes and fine Manitoba cuisine in the dining car. Calm Air, Kivalliq Air run regular scheduled air service from Winnipeg, Thompson and Gillam year-round.
On the tundra, lichens and miniature shrubs and flowers bloom each spring and fall. A short distance inland are patches of taiga (sub-arctic) forest, with black spruce, scattered white spruce and a thick mat of lichens.
Visitors are awestruck upon seeing the haunting beauty of our aurora borealis (northern lights). Blue, green and white in colour, they swirl and dance in the still northern sky - with performances that can be seen on clear nights. According to legend, the northern lights will dance their way down to earth if you whistle at them. Why not give it a try? Website: www.churchill.ca E-mail: town@churchillmb.net | | Web: www.churchill.ca |
| Stott Site (PHS) | | The rich animal and plant resources of this portion of the Assiniboine Valley sustained First Nations long before Europeans settled the area. The Stott Site is an important archaeological bison kill area where bones and artifacts dating back at least 1,200 years have been found. A bison enclosure is reconstructed with a viewing platform. Location: Grand Valley Provincial Park. (PHS) | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
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