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    Chase Winter Thrills

    Discover Outdoor Winter Adventures in Manitoba

    Not sure what to do in Manitoba this winter? With our wide-open spaces and clear winter skies, Manitoba offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun. Whether you're looking for family-friendly activities like skating, want to try ice fishing with friends or maybe you're seeking solitude on a peaceful snowshoe hike through our beautiful boreal forests—winter in Manitoba has it all.

    From outdoor activities like sledding, skating, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, ice fishing and tobogganing to watching the northern lights dance across the sky, Manitoba is a winter wonderland just waiting to be discovered.

    Check out our blogs below to find places to go and things to do this winter. Plan your ultimate Manitoba winter adventure today!

    Embrace the Cold with Thrilling Activities

    9 Manitoba Hardwater Adventures For Those Who Have Never Been Ice Fishing

    Every winter, thousands of fishing enthusiasts descend on Manitoba's frozen waterways for some good ol' hard water angling. And while there are endless lakes and rivers to set up on, these 9 ice fishing adventures provide all the fixings for when your...

    11 Places to Hike and Skate in Manitoba this Winter

    Strap on your snowshoes or lace up your skates, Manitoba's winter trails are calling and they're a great way to stay active throughout the season.

    Person on a frozen lake with arms stretched to the sky under the purple and green northern lights.

    Where, When and How to See Northern Lights in Churchill, Manitoba

    Few experiences stir the heart quite like watching the northern lights dance across the subarctic sky. As ribbons of green and violet shimmer overhead, time seems to pause. Many visitors describe it as humbling and awe-inspiring — a moment where you feel...

    10 Places to Snowmobile in Manitoba

    There are many reasons why snowmobilers love Manitoba — the dense forest, the wide open lakes and the abundance of snow are just a few.

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    50 Things to Do This Winter in Manitoba

    Bright blue skies. Fresh white snow. Crisp clean air. It’s winter in Manitoba and time to play outside. Whether you slide into skis, hop on a snowmobile, lace up skates, drop a fishing line or tie up a pair of snowshoes, our wide-open spaces make it...


    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    What are the best winter hiking and camping spots in Manitoba?

    In winter, Manitoba’s top hiking and winter-camping destinations include Riding Mountain National Park, where visitors can explore snow-covered trails like Ominnik Marsh and Bald Hill and stay in winterized oTENTiks. Whiteshell Provincial Park offers winter hiking and snowshoeing on trails such as Pine Point and McGillivray Falls, along with winterized campgrounds at Nutimik Lake and Falcon Lake. Spruce Woods Provincial Park provides snowshoe access to the Spirit Sands and surrounding boreal trails, while Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park features quiet coastal hikes along Lake Winnipeg. Closer to Winnipeg, Birds Hill Provincial Park offers groomed winter trails and heated shelters for day use.

    Where can I go ice fishing in Manitoba?

    Winter in Manitoba offers exceptional ice fishing on major lakes such as Lake Winnipeg, Lake Manitoba, and Lake Winnipegosis, where anglers target walleye and northern pike from January to March. Northern destinations like Thompson, Cranberry Portage, and Flin Flon also provide remote trophy ice-fishing opportunities on backcountry lakes.

    For ice fishing gear near Winnipeg, try Big Hoss Outdoor Adventures (East Selkirk), Ice Hole Fishing Adventures (Ninette), Happy Hookers Ice Fishing Rentals (West St. Paul), Kannuk Outfitters (Matlock) and IceBound Excursions.

    Many ice fishing lodges will have rental options on site as part of packaged experiences, including Bakers Narrows Lodge, Viking Lodge, Evergreen Resort and more.

    Where can I rent winter gear or book guided tours?

    Major destinations like Winnipeg, Whiteshell Provincial Park and Riding Mountain National Park have outfitters for gear rentals and guided excursions. Wilderness Supply and Mountain Equipment Company in Winnipeg have a good supply of snowshoes and cross-country skis. Rent downhill skis or snowboards directly at the hill with Mystery Mountain (Thompson) and Falcon Ridge Ski Slopes (Whiteshell).

    What are Manitoba’s best winter activities?

    Manitoba’s top winter activities include snowmobiling on hundreds of kilometres of groomed trails in the Interlake, Whiteshell, and Parkland regions; cross-country skiing at destinations like Windsor Park Nordic Centre and Riding Mountain National Park; ice skating on The Nestaweya River Trail in Winnipeg; the snow maze in St.Adolphe and northern lights viewing in Churchill.

    Are there any guided outdoor tours in Manitoba?

    Manitoba offers a variety of guided outdoor tours for wildlife, adventure and cultural experiences. Churchill is the best place for polar bear and beluga whale tours, with options for boat, tundra vehicle and walking excursions. Fishing and hunting lodges provide all-inclusive experiences in remote areas. Adventure tours include paddling and northern lights photography trips.