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Biker cycling in Whiteshell near Caddy Lake on Blue Highway mountain biking trail

Pedal Across Manitoba

Explore countless kilometres of Manitoba’s spectacular trails on your bike.

With lush summers, golden fall and stunning snowy winters, the landscapes of Manitoba have something to offer to bike lovers in every season. Get started with a self-guided cycling tour around Winnipeg or rent a bike for a trip on your own terms.

Pick a biking route for any level of difficulty—from relaxed urban cycling to day trips at Riding Mountain National Park, mountain biking on the 14 km Blue Highway singletrack trail in Whiteshell Provincial Park or Northgate Trails in Dauphin. Experienced bikepackers can take on the biggest challenge, the Great Northern Bikepacking Route, including more than 850 spectacular kilometres of prairie landscapes along gravel roads, trails and singletrack in Manitoba.

Bike Across Manitoba

The Power of Pedalling in the Parkland: Mountain Biking the Northgate Trails

Power. It's what makes things go! Whether it be electricity, passion, motivation, and even, people. You're venturing to Northgate Trails in Dauphin for the first time. You've packed up a mountain bike and are on the road. You arrive to a microcabin...

Bikepacking Bliss: Manitoba’s Scenic Bike Trails

Did you know that Manitoba is home to an 885 km section of one of the longest, contiguous off-road bikepacking routes in the world?

George Fischer

14 Scenic Viewpoints for Waterfalls and Rapids Across Manitoba

Manitoba is home to over 100,000 lakes and waterways, prime for paddling, swimming, fishing and lounging beach-side in nearly every corner of the province. All that water creates spectacular waterfalls and tumbling rapids that are well worth the detour.

Did You Know?

Biking in winter isn’t limited to just the fat bikes. Studded tires can improve traction enough to ride on snow-covered paths and roads. And for a true Manitoba winter experience, rent an ice bike or trike.

Plan Your Biking Trip

Walking in the dunes at Western Spirit Sands

Provincial Parks

Spruce Woods Provincial Park

Sustainable Development, Carberry District Office
Box 130
Carberry, ` R0K 0H0

St. Malo Provincial Park

Provincial Parks

St. Malo Provincial Park

Sustainable Development, Steinbach District Office
Unit B - 284 Reimer Ave
Steinbach, MB R5G 0R5

St. Norbert Provincial Heritage Park

Provincial Parks

St. Norbert Provincial Heritage Park

Sustainable Development, Winnipeg District Office
Box 30, 200 Saulteaux Cres
Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W3

Turtle Mountain Provincial Park

Provincial Parks

Turtle Mountain Provincial Park

Sustainable Development, Boissevain District Office
Box 820
Boissevain, MB R0E 0K0

Oh Canada! Whiteshell Provincial Park

Provincial Parks

Whiteshell Provincial Park

Leaving Winnipeg, take Hwy 1, 126 km/78.3 mi. east to Falcon Lake and West Hawk Lake.
Whiteshell, MB .

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to create your own biking route in Manitoba?

Browse trails in Manitoba at trailsmanitoba.ca or use an AI-powered assistant on travelmanitoba.com to customize your trip (click the red chat icon in the bottom-right corner of the page to begin) and visualize it on a map.

How to track your biking progress?

Use apps like AllTrails and Strava to track your outings, progress and map out your next adventure. Make sure to use the offline functionality to download maps as service can be spotty on some trails across the province.

Are helmets mandatory for biking in Manitoba?

In almost 90% of cases when cyclists were killed in a collision with a vehicle, the cyclist was not wearing a helmet. It is recommended that all cyclists wear a helmet. Everyone under 18 is required by law to wear a helmet while cycling in Manitoba.

Read more about cycling rules in Manitoba here.

What are the best biking routes in Manitoba?

For mountain biking, try Northgate Trails in Dauphin, a 26 km of stacked-loop single-track along the north escarpment of Riding Mountain National Park. Squirrel Hills Trail Park in Minnedosa and HyLife Back Forty Multi-Use Trail Park in Neepawa are your other options for mountain-bike routes.

East Escarpment Trails in Riding Mountain National Park is a great choice for stunning views of ravines and elevated lookouts. Pinawa to Seven Sisters is a 30 km scenic loop that follows the Winnipeg River through forest and past marshes and meadows.

Whiteshell Provincial Park is your go-to for Canadian Shield scenery. Ride shoreside trails around Falcon Lake or tackle more challenging routes such as the 14 km Blue Highway Trail near Caddy Lake and Five of Diamonds Trail at Falcon Trails Resort. Go on a 16 km mountain-biking adventure on the Onishkatoon Gwaykaadiziwin trail. Unveiled in June 2026, the trail runs along the eastern end of Falcon Lake and offers views of the exposed granite of the Canadian Shield, taking you on an exploration of vast wetlands surrounded by the boreal forest.

Manitoba’s section of the Great Northern Bikepacking Route is another spectacular route, suitable for experienced bikepackers. This approximately 885 km route runs through Winnipeg, Riding Mountain, Northgate Trails and Sandilands Provincial Forest. Another long-haul trail is the 200-kilometre Crow Wing Trail.

What are safety tips for biking?

To stay safe on your bike, wear protective gear like a helmet and make sure to include reflective elements on your bike or clothing to be visible on the road. Use bike lights for the front and back of your bike if you intend to cycle at night. As you head out for a biking trip, check that your bike is fully equipped for the trip. Remember to bring navigation devices like maps and a compass, enough water and snacks, an emergency first aid kit, spare bike tubes, patch kits and a small bike pump.