Manitoba, Canada
Explore charming towns and unique communities located within an easy drive of Winnipeg. Accessible locations within day-trip distance:
Gimli, Manitoba: (~1 hour north) Historic Icelandic community on Lake Winnipeg, famous for its annual Icelandic Festival.
Selkirk, Manitoba: (~30 minutes north) Home to the Marine Museum of Manitoba, on the Red River.
Steinbach, Manitoba: (~1 hour southeast) Host to the Mennonite Heritage Village, an open-air museum.
Portage la Prairie, Manitoba: (~1 hour west) Features Island Park on the Assiniboine River.
Making the most of your time outside the city.
Compare options to choose what fits your travel style.
Most day trips span a half-day to full-day (4-8 hours).
Discover Manitoba's natural beauty with day trips to provincial parks and significant ecological sites.
(~30 minutes northeast of Winnipeg) This large park has extensive trails for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. In winter, it is a place for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. It features a lake and wildlife.
(~1.5 hours northeast of Winnipeg) On Lake Winnipeg's southeastern shore, this park is known for its white sand beaches and large dunes. It is a place for swimming, sunbathing, and windsurfing in summer.
(~20 minutes north of Winnipeg) This vast prairie marsh is an internationally recognized wetland habitat for migratory birds. It has walking trails, canoe rentals, and an interpretive center for birdwatching. Enhance your birdwatching: Birdwatching Binoculars.
Extend your cultural exploration beyond Winnipeg's city limits.
Add a few days to your trip to explore more distant Manitoba destinations.
Dive into Manitoba with specific extended recommendations.
A world-renowned destination for wildlife viewing.
This national park features diverse landscapes including forests, lakes, and prairie.
This picturesque lake country boasts thousands of islands, granite outcroppings, and clear waters.
Advice for planning your longer excursions from Winnipeg.
Ensure you are prepared for your extended Manitoba adventure.
Pack layers, especially for northern trips like Churchill, where temperatures vary greatly.
For wildlife viewing, quality optics make a significant difference. Capture the scenery.
Especially for popular destinations like Churchill, tours and accommodation book quickly.
