Top Things to do in Manitoba
Top Hotels in Manitoba
- 1. The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview
- 2. Hyatt House Winnipeg-South/Outlet Collection
- 3. Inn at the Forks
- 4. Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre
- 5. Best Western Premier Winnipeg East
- 6. Fort Garry Hotel
- 7. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Brandon
- 8. Super 8 by Wyndham Winnipeg West
- 9. The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview
- 10. Best Western Plus Pembina Inn & Suites
10 Hiking Trails in Manitoba That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Manitoba, Manitoba including Terry Fox Fitness Trail, Gorge Creek Trail, Pine Point Trail, Harte Trail, Windsong Trail, Bear Lake Hiking Trail, Green Acres Park, Bald Hill Trail, Riding Mountain National Park, Kinosao Trail.
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1. Terry Fox Fitness Trail
2. Gorge Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
I hiked the majority of the Gorge Creek Trail in July 2019 starting from the bottom of the gorge (the trailhead closest to the East Gate). The trail started off by following through a thick forested area. There were some pretty steep inclines in the beginning. Eventually, the trail opened up to the incredible gorge where it passed along a narrow edge. There were amazing views (and photo opportunities) of the escarpment and the lush forest covering the slopes! The trail was interesting and scenic with beautiful views, a varied landscape and lots of ups and downs to provide a good workout. You don't expect to find a hilly landscape like this in Manitoba so I really enjoyed this trail and it definitely didn't feel like I was in the Prairies. The trail is out and back and it continues along the same path back to the parking lot. I would recommend wearing sturdy hiking boots or shoes and bringing hiking poles for the steeper sections. The trail was dry and the bugs were not bad during my visit. I would also recommend re-visiting this hike in the fall when the leaves are changing colour. It's amazing! This hike is great for anyone looking for a challenge and gorgeous scenery along the way.
3. Pine Point Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
I completed this hike on the morning of June 20 2020. I arrived at 7:30 AM and was the first one there and enjoyed having the entire trail to myself for most of the hike (just passed a few groups on the way back). When I returned to the parking lot at 10:30, it was starting to fill up but the trail didn't feel busy at all on my way back. The hike begins on a wide path through the forest and arrives at a junction. I always take the trail to the right (the self-guiding 2.7 km one), as it's more scenic and interesting in the terrain. The other path is a wide, straight trail through the forest that also arrives to the first rapids and there is no elevation on that one. The scenic trail travels through a mix of forest and climbs over the rocky face of the Shield. There is a short, offshoot trail leading to a lookout point along the way, where there were beautiful views of the forest! There were quite a few muddy sections of the trail as you get closer to the first rapids... Make sure to bring extra socks and wear waterproof footwear! At the first rapids, there is a small warming hut with a wood stove. It's a nice place to enjoy a snack! There's also picnic tables on the rocks. The rapids were beautiful! The second loop is 2.8 km and is lesser traveled than the first section of trail and it's my favourite portion of the hike as it is very scenic! This section is slightly more challenging with more ups and downs over the rocks. It leads to Acorn Falls first and then Viburnum Falls. Both are gorgeous and offer pretty views! There were some fallen trees across the trail at various points, but they were easy to navigate. The mosquitoes were absolutely HORRENDOUS when I hiked here. I had to wear my bug head net to escape their attacks. Would highly recommend lots of bug spray and a bug net if you have. It was definitely helpful. There is an outhouse at the beginning of the trail and at the first rapids. I hiked the full 9 km loop and it took me roughly 3 hours to complete with some photo/snack stops along the way. Pine Point is one of my favourite hikes in the Whiteshell and I love the variety of terrain and landscapes and pretty views along the way. The natural beauty is amazing.
4. Harte Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Robs007 - Winnipeg, Canada
This trail comes alive with song birds, fresh berries and surrounds you with nature right inside the city limits. It is a historic part of the Trans Canada Trail that runs from Sturgeon Lion Parkway through Assiniboine Forest, all the way down to the Headingley trail at the perimeter. You feel you've been transported at times into the heart of the wilderness. Great for walking, biking and exploring as a family.
5. Windsong Trail
6. Bear Lake Hiking Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
I snowshoed the Bear Lake Trail on a guided trek with Manitoba Parks this winter and it was amazing and beautiful! The 6 km out and back trail starts out by entering the forest briefly before crossing a set of train tracks and an open meadow and then re-entering the woods where it continues to follow through for the rest of the hike. There were lots of ups and downs as the trail crossed the Canadian Shield and a steep descent before arriving at the lake. While standing on top of the rock before the descent to the lake, there were beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. At the lake, we sat on a large fallen tree and enjoyed a snack with views of the sea of undisturbed fresh snow covering the lake. The atmosphere was so peaceful and calm. There was thick frost on the trees which created such gorgeous scenery. Every once and awhile, my nose caught the amazing smell of junipers which was so nice. It was a wonderful day to spend appreciating nature. There is a small parking lot and outhouse bathroom at the trailhead. The trail had been packed down by other snowshoers but it was still fluffy snow and plenty deep enough for snowshoeing. It was well marked with flagging tape on the trees and frequent blue arrow signs posted on the trees as well. The trail was not groomed or maintained so there were tree branches in the face sometimes and a few fallen trees to watch out for. Overall, I really loved this trail and it was great for snowshoeing! I would rate this trail as moderately challenging, due to the frequent inclines and declines (some steep) over the rocks. Bring hiking poles, as they were helpful on the steep descent to the lake. The Parks Interpreter told us that the trail is often a swamp in the summer and fall, so winter is the best time to enjoy this trail. Take advantage during this season! I would absolutely return here again and it was a fantastic trail for snowshoeing.
7. Green Acres Park
8. Bald Hill Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Ball Hill is one of the premier sites within Riding Mountain National Park. The trail is available from either the north escarpment or burls and bittersweet trailheads at either the west or east end respectively of Highway 19 in the park. The trail is 11km round-trip and graded as difficult. Those fit enough to finish the hike will be rewarded with some of the best views and vistas in Manitoba.
Reviewed By leeadam67 - Winnipeg, Canada
Bald Hill is the premier site and hike within Riding Mountain National Park. The location features prominently on social media and many Parks Canada flyers and material in Manitoba. The site does offer outstanding and breathtaking views, particularly by Manitoba standards. You can reach Bald Hill either by hiking down from the North Escarpment parking lot or hiking from the bottom up to Bald Hill from the Burls and Bittersweets trail parking lot (which is just past the bottom Gorge Creek Trail parking lot). Those locations will all make sense as you arrive at the trail. As this was an extremely wet year, mosquitoes were oppressive, so we chose to do the "shorter" hike from the Burls and Bittersweet location. The hike up can be defined as pretty grueling for those that are not natural trail runners or very fit. There is quite a bit of elevation, at least 1,000 feet up, which is quite a number for the flatlands of Manitoba. I would recommend this trailhead as it lets you hike up Reeve's Ravine trail which is beautiful and gives many of the same fantastic views as you get on the Gorge Creek Trail. Once you reach the end of Reeve's Ravine you'll see on a post on the actual Bald Hill trail that indicates the hill is just a bit further north. Once there you will find Bald Hill which is exactly as its name indicates, a bald hill of shale. Depending on the weather, the wind will be a nice break from the mosquitoes and a lovely picnic site. It could alternatively be extremely windy with little place to shelter, so plan your hike accordingly. Overall though this trip might be intimidating for some, it is certainly worth it to hike it and enjoy those outstanding views both along Reeve's Ravine and ultimately at Bald Hill. Take some pictures and enjoy the lookouts. As a final warning, the mosquitoes can be intimidating, even apocalyptic. Remember to have long sleeves as an option to spare your arms as spray will not do much. You will also want to wear long pants as there is also a lot of poison ivy along the trail (leaves of three, leave them be). Third warning, RMNP has a lot of bears within the park, we saw lots of bear scat and some had reported seeing a bear on the trail. If you remember to make lots of noise, wear bells, etc, you will scare the bears off the trail. Reminder bears are generally more scared of us and just like we do not like running into them, they do not like running into us. So make noise and you should avoid any unpleasant bear encounters.
9. Riding Mountain National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By 510iank - Edmonton, Canada
I was pit visiting my sister and she recommended that i drive through Riding Mountain park, it was fall, the colours were spectacular, it was a beautiful drive. ????????
10. Kinosao Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
Kinosao is a pretty trail that leads to the beautiful Kinosao Lake. This hike is a favourite of mine and always a must do when I’m in the park. I typically hike the Kinosao to the lake and take the Brule on the way back for a nice loop. The trail led through the forest for the first 2 km until it opened up to the lake. Most of the path is flat with only some gentle ups and downs. There is a canoe and life jackets and oars leaned up against a tree which is available to anyone to use. I always enjoy sitting on the dock and admiring the views of the calm lake and trees in a peaceful setting in the morning. From the lake, the trail continues along a beautiful boardwalk to connect with the Brule Trail, another 2 km back to the trailhead which follows through the forest. It’s a beautiful hike and it’s a tradition for me to do this trail every time I’m in Riding Mountain. Would highly recommend! Visit in the morning for a peaceful experience and the best photo opportunities with the morning light.
