When you see the words Manitoba, Canada, it is a safe assumption that the first thing you think of is not beaches, but think again, because as summer arrives, it might be time to explore one, two, three or even thirty + beaches.
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There are perennial favourites like Grand Beach, Falcon Lake Beach and Gimli Beach that remain top picks in the province. Yet, there are many other options to explore and enjoy, including some that might lay relatively undiscovered!
Some are located in provincial parks which require a Manitoba Parks pass, some charge a small entrance fee and others are 100% free. With over 100,000 lakes and waterways, there are so many to find, but it would be so exciting to start planning your next summer adventure in Manitoba.
Here are just a few possibilities :-
Near Lundar, the heart of Canada Goose country, the park offers electrical and unserviced camping, swimming and boating.
Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497.
Location: 19 km/12 mi. west of PTH 6 on PR 419.
Open mid-May to September long weekend. Reservations accepted.
2. St. Ambroise Beach Provincial Park
The park's fine sand beach is dotted with campgrounds and picnic areas. It is a great place to view the migratory birds of Manitoba. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Location: south basin of Lake Manitoba.
3. Delta Beach
A large portion of the lake front (6,416 ha/15,855 ac.) along the south shore of Lake Manitoba was established as a privately owned and operated station, known for its research and educational activities. There is a viewing tower, boardwalk and interpretive trail for the public.
4. Hollywood Beach
A rather beautiful sandy beach along Lake Manitoba, with a gently shelving waterline that makes it lead for families with small children. Because of the area, it is also ideal for bird watching and relaxing. Wind surfing is also particularly popular here although there are some reports say the beauty is let down by rubbish and waste on the beach.
1. Lac du Bonnet Town Dock and Beach
Parkland Beaches
Northern Beaches
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1. Lac du Bonnet Town Dock and Beach
Nestled on the rustic and picturesque banks of the Winnipeg River, the townsite sits on the boundary of prairie farmland and northern boreal forest. As a recreation mecca, it is the gateway to cottage country and a centre for camping, boating, hiking, biking, golfing and snowmobiling. Over 60 kilometres of navigable waterway provides excellent fishing opportunities in a secluded wilderness paradise. (204) 340-0497 | ldbchamberofcommerce@gmail.com
2. Pinawa Beach
This resort-like community offers adventure for every season; hike, bike or golf in summer. Ski the scenic cross-country trails in winter or access the network of snowmobile trails that connect with the Can-Am Trail. Imagine yourself in a place, then discover the secret in Pinawa.
3. Dorothy Lake Beach, 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 Vรฉrendrye Trail at Hwy. 44 and driving northward on PR 307. To enter the park from the north take Hwy. 11 on the La Vรฉrendrye Trail to Seven Sisters on PR 307. Toll-free: 1-800-214-6497. Web: www.manitobaparks.com or www.explorethewhiteshell.com
1. Minnedosa Beach
The public beach at Minnedosa Lake, located just a kilometre from downtown, offers a breathtaking view of the rolling Little Saskatchewan River valley. Kayak rentals are a fun way to pass some time if you prefer being more active than lazing in the rays. Beachgoers should also reserve some energy to walk over the lake’s spillway via the Flag Walk, and head over to the Heritage Village for a little history lesson of the town.
2. Lake Wahtopanah Beach, Rivers Provincial Park
14 km north of Brandon on Highway 10, 22 km west on Highway 25 to park entrance. Reservations accepted. Call 1-888-482-2267 (Winnipeg 948-3333). Open mid-May to mid-September.
3. Oak Lake Beach Provincial Park
This quiet prairie town west of Brandon along the Trans-Canada highway technically doesn’t have a beach within its boundaries, but proudly touts Oak Lake, 15 kms south, which one of few natural beaches in southwestern Manitoba. Daytrippers come to this provincial park designated area for picnics and playtime, while weekenders stay for a game of golf and camping at neighbouring Oak Island Resort.
4. Reston Lake & Campground
Located West side of Reston Manitoba, you will find this beautiful little campground that is full of activities for all ages to enjoy! The area includes 18 full service sites, a spray park with a water slide, 9 hole family friendly golf course and new for 2019 a brand new swimming lake and beach area! Washroom and shower facilities were built in 2018. The club house offers snacks, meals and ice cream. This sites recently had landscaping work done to accommodate campers, please do not park on the grass! Our campground is equipped with 30 amp receptacles. A limited number of adapters are available for purchase the Reston Club House.
Parkland Beaches
Wellman Lake, Duck Mountain Provicial Park
East Blue Lake Beach, Duck Mountain Provincial Park
Ochre Beach
Asessippi Beach, Asessippi Provincial Park
Sandy Lake Beach
Northern Beaches
Paint Lake Provincial Park
Purple Sandy Beach
Athapapuskow Lake Beach, Bakers Narrows Provincial
Camper’s Cove Beach, Clearwater Lake Provincial Park
Manitoba is where golden wheat fields meet infinite blue sky. Cool, clean lakes and waterways-all 110,000 of them-beckon the adventurer and the rejuvenator in you. Unexplored parks and forests fill you with the indigenous spirit of our fur-trading past. On the wind-swept tundra learn more about wildlife and yourself than you'd ever imagined. Winnipeg is our cultural oasis. A capital city renowned for world-class performing arts and lively gatherings-all offered with an air of modesty and down-home hospitality.
Manitoba is bordered by Saskatchewan to the west, Ontario to the east, Nunavut Territory to the north, and the US states of North Dakota and Minnesota to the south. Located 104 km (65 miles) north of the US border, Winnipeg is easily accessible by rail, road and air. Churchill is located 1,000 km north of Winnipeg, along the Hudson Bay. There are no roads to Churchill; this remote northern town is only accessible by a 2.5 hr plane ride from Winnipeg or a 48 hr train ride from Winnipeg. Churchill is approximately 150 km from the Nunavut border (80 mi).
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