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Manitoba Road Trips

Summer on the open road means a journey as incredible as the destination.

Hit the highway and discover Manitoba’s hidden gems this summer.

Whether you prefer your road trip to include sampling the latest craft beer, a visit to a world-class museum and a soak at a Scandinavian outdoor spa, or a stop in a rural drive-in to taste local eats and a hike across the serene landscape of Manitoba’s wilderness, there’s a route for you.

You may even discover a dream summer destination you never expected to find. Plan your perfect road trip now.

A Manitoba road trip means travelling through Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territory and through communities who are signatories to Treaties 6 and 10. It encompasses the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anish-Ininiwak, Dakota, Dene, Ininiwak and Nehethowuk and the homeland of the Métis. Learn More

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Winnipeg sign in front of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights at sunset
Bill Bennett

Manitoba road trips: A Day in the Peg

Here are some Winnipeg favourites to get you started if you only have a day in the Peg.

A young family walking in front of the Children's Museum

Manitoba road trips: Winnipeg Family Vacation

What is the secret to the perfect family vacation in Winnipeg? Loads of kid-approved activities, a handful of ways to spend time outdoors, a splash of hotel fun and dash of adults-only options when you’re ready to leave the kids with the grandparents for...

Looking down at the thermal spas at Thermea in summer.

Manitoba road trips: 48 Hours in Winnipeg

From luxury to joie de vivre, Winnipeg offers up culture, history and relaxation all perfect for creating your ultimate 48-hour getaway.

A lone, square, white lighthouse on the point at Hecla.

Manitoba road trips: Beachy Keen

Lake Winnipeg is massive. At 425 km long and up to 109 km wide, it is, in fact, the fifth largest lake in Canada.

Manitoba road trips: Vive les prairies!

Travel through southeast Manitoba to discover communities, trails and attractions rich in cultural diversity including Métis, Francophone and Mennonite heritage.

View of an old farm house with an old log fence in the foreground at Lower Fort Garry.

Manitoba road trips: Hot dogs and channel cats

From fur trade history and retro eats to art deco casinos and beautiful boardwalks, this road trip is perfect for those looking for a balance of adventure, history and nature.

Looking out over the green forest canopy while hiking near Falcon Trails.
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Whispers of the Whiteshell
Breathe in the outdoors in Whiteshell Provincial Park.

Manitoba road trips: Water, water everywhere

Boasting 100,000+ lakes and waterways, Manitoba has no shortage of adventures, attractions and communities to draw visitors close to shore. This scenic road trip offers some of the best vistas of Canadian Shield wilderness along the mighty Winnipeg River,...

A view of Pisew Falls lit up by the late afternoon fall sun.

10 ways Thompson calls you north

While Travel Manitoba strongly recommends that all tourism businesses adhere to the operating protocols and capacity restrictions allowed by the Manitoba government, we cannot guarantee the compliance of any business featured in the content below.

The white Inglis Grain Elevators with yellow wildflowers growing along the old train tracks.

Manitoba road trips: Perfectly Parkland

See iconic prairie giants and make your way into the wilds of the Parkland on this outdoor adventure.

Manitoba road trips: Venture to Churchill

Take Highway 6 north and explore the shores of Lake Manitoba as you head toward the coast of the Hudson Bay.

Sunset on the boardwalk at Ominik Marsh Trail

Manitoba road trips: Riding High

Travel from Canada’s National Ukrainian Capital to Manitoba’s only accessible national park for wildlife, camping and delicious dining.

Looking past the tail lights on a car at the sunset over a farm field.

Manitoba road trips: Big skies, big blooms

Get to know Manitoba's southwestern corner with this exciting road trip centred on Turtle Mountain Provincial Park.

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View of houses amongst the bush near a river in Minnedosa

Manitoba road trips: Follow the Yellowhead Highway

The Yellowhead Highway is an interprovincial highway connecting Manitoba with its western neighbours. Its name comes...

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Looking along the edge of the Souris Swinging Bridge

Manitoba road trips: Bridging the west

This summer fun itinerary is jam-packed with quirky roadside attractions, unforgettable hikes and cute small towns.

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Panoramic image of the golden wheat fields of Manitoba's western region near Brandon
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Manitoba road trips: Wild west wanderings

Explore Manitoba's second largest city, Brandon, where you instantly feel at home and are welcomed like an old friend....

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Windmill Portage la Prairie

Manitoba road trips: Windmills & Prairie Hills

From windmills to waterslides, explore the province’s central region. Spend a day or two in Portage la Prairie before...

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Iconic view of canola fields and moody skies in Manitoba prairies

Manitoba road trips: Under the prairie sun

From pretty valley views and cool prehistoric finds to modern eateries and contemporary gardens, this road trip through...

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