You can enjoy a walk on my sand, relax in the sun or play at water sports along my shoreline. Your kids can have great fun building sandcastles out of me.
Some of my deserted sandy shorelines are great places to stroll in quiet solitude, if peace and serenity is what you seek. I offer in a wide range of choices, some sandy, some rocky shores.
For some I am a busy, lively place [ mainly the Lake Winnipeg beaches] but for some I am a quiet, restorative spot.
The Lake Winnipeg area Lakes, Beaches & Parks
Name of Park Location What You'll Find on Your Visit
Arborg Aquatic Park
(Arborg)
Adjoining the Arborg Bifrost Recreational Complex at the north end of Arborg on
Hwy 68 between Hwy 7 & Hwy 8
Water park with slides, paddling pool area, picnic seating area, site to rent for birthday or family parties, swimming lessons
Beaver Creek Provincial Park (Beaver Creek)
Found on Lake Winnipeg. Drive north on PR234- 40 km.(25 miles) north of Hwy 8 turnoff - north of Riverton
Northern most Provincial campground on Lake Winnipeg
Camp Morton Provincial Park (Camp Morton-Gimli)
Found on Lake Winnipeg. Drive north on PR222 about 8 km.(5 miles) north of Gimli
Sunken gardens, Nature & Cross Country Ski Trails, historic buildings, large concentration of white pelicans, campsites, Cabins & Yurts for rent
Chesley's Resort
(Petersfield)
Found on Netley Creek east of Petersfield on Hwy 9- watch for signs
Found on Lake Winnipeg about 10 minutes south of Riverton, east off of Hwy 8 to PR 222
(north of Gimli)
Sandy beach, convenience store, boat launch, picnic & playground right on the shoreline
Old Town Campground
(east of Arborg)
On the Icelandic River east of Arborg at the Arborg & District Multicultural Heritage Village
-Hwy 68
Picnic tables, fire pits, serviced sites, modern showers, dump station, connected to the Icelandic River walking trail that leads into Arborg. A short drive or energetic walk from the Arborg Aquatic Park
Sandy Bar Beach
(east of Riverton)
Near Riverton 130 km (81 miles) north of Winnipeg on Hwy 8 then east on PR 329
Sandy beach reaching into Lake Wpg., swimming, fishing, boating, sailing and waterfowl viewing
Sandy Hook RV Resort
Close to Lake Winnipeg, west side of Hwy 9- in Sandy Hook
Close to Lake Winnipeg beach, in ground pool, playground, restaurant, close to golfing, festivals, marinas, entertainment
Selkirk Park
(Selkirk)
On Red River in City of Selkirk – access from Hwy 9 north of Winnipeg about a 35-minute drive
Located on banks of the Red River this campground, has a bird sanctuary, boat launch, swimming pool with sand beach, picnic area and walking trails. Marine Museum at entrance to park.
Spruce Sands RV Resort
(Arnes)
Found on Lake Winnipeg about 10 milesnorth of Gimli, off PR 222
Beautiful sandy beach, public access, , rental, swimming, restaurant, fresh baking, tasty ice cream
Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park
(Winnipeg Beach)
Found on Lake Winnipeg located approx 60 km (37.5 miles) north of Winnipeg - via Hwy 8 or 9
New in 2011. Handicap accessible sites.Famous sandy beach, boardwalk, Bandstand with weekend entertainers, windsurfing, fishing, sailing, marina, wildlife & people watching
Middle of the Interlake Lakes, Beaches & Parks
Fisher Branch Golf & Country Club & RV Campground
(Fisher Branch)
North on Hwy 7 to Teulon, left on PR17, continue north past Poplarfield - 2 miles south of Fisher Branch, watch for signs for Golf Course.
NEW fully serviced RV campground, on golf course with driving range, licensed clubhouse with dining room and lounge.
Lake St. Andrew
North on Hwy 7 to Teulon, left on PR17 to Hodgson, PR224 to Dallas, follow signs for St. George Provincial Park , 2kms further
Great fishing- northern pike & bass,
Lake St. George
Provincial Park
Found on Lake St. George north of Fisher River – take Hwy 7 to Teulon, then PR17 to Hodgson, PR224 to Dallas, & then 37 km north to the Provincial Park
Great fishing- pickerel, perch, northern pike, beautiful wilderness experience, wildlife viewing, 28 basic campsites with picnictables, firepits, firewood and non-modern washrooms
Norris Lake Provincial Park
(Teulon area)
Found north of Winnipeg on Norris Lake. Hwy 7 to Teulon (45 km -28 miles) then west on Hwy PR17 for 15 km (9.5 miles)
Campground, boat launch, quiet area for camping
Stonewall Quarry Park
(Stonewall)
Located in Stonewall, 30 km (19 miles) north of Winnipeg on Hwy 7, then west on PR67
Man-made lake with giant limestone kilns as the focus of the park. Walking trails, ball diamonds, campgrounds, picnic area, New Quarry Heritage Arts Centre
Teulon Green Acres Park
Located at the south end of Teulon -take Highway 7 north of Winnipeg
Beautiful area in municipal park with serviced sites, playground, museum, ball diamonds, stage, soccer pitches, race track, interpretive signage on walking path
The Lake Manitoba area Lakes, Beaches & Parks
Elm Point Campground
(Steep Rock)
Found on Lake Manitoba NW of Winnipeg, travel 210 km on Hwy 6- 25km west on PR 239, south on Township Line, west on Elm Point Rd.
Serviced & non-service sites, high land above Lake Manitoba level
Hilbre Beach
(Lake St. Martin)
Found on Lake St. Martin just off Hwy 6 about 41 km (25.5 miles) north of Ashern, off Hwy #6
A quiet beach open to the public
Laurentia Beach
(St. Laurent)
Located off Hwy 6, turn west at north end of St. Laurent onto Laurentia Rd.
Sandy beach, open to public
MAY NOT be open in 2012
Long Point Beach
(Eriksdale)
On Lake Manitoba. From Eriksdale(off Hwy 6) go 13 km (8 miles) west,3.2 km south (2 miles),1.6 km (1 mile) & 4.8 kms. (3 miles) south
A lesser-known beach good for getting-away-from-it all
Lundar Beach Provincial Park
(Lundar)
On Lake Manitoba, about100 km (63 miles) north of Winnipeg on Hwy 6, turn west 19 km (12 miles) on PR 419
Location is 240km north of Winnipeg along Highway No. 6, right at Fairford Dam.
(Operating Season Mid-May to Mid-October), serviced sites, showers, tap water, modern washrooms, dump station, hiking trails, boat launch
Rubber Ducky Resort & Campground
(Warren)
Located 20 minutes northwest of Winnipeg on Highway 6, watch for signs
Serviced & unserviced campsites, picnic tables, fire pits, modern amenities, in ground swimming pool, duck pond, playground, trout fishing, restaurant, store, cabin & motel rooms
Sandpiper Beach
(St. Laurent)
Found on Lake Manitoba, north of St.Laurent, west off Highway 6
Sandy beach, MAY NOT open in 2012
Sharptail Park
(Ashern)
Found in Ashern on Highway 6, about 2 hours north of Winnipeg,
Serviced & unserviced campsites, picnic tables, fire pits, showers, washrooms, dump station, close to golf course & museum. Just 15 minutes from Lake Manitoba & boat launch at Silver Bay- west of Ashern on Silver Bay Rd
Steep Rock Beach Campground
(Steep Rock)
Found on Lake Manitoba northwest of Winnipeg, travel 195 km (122 miles) on Highway 6 then west on PR 239.
Sandy beach, marina & boat launch, hiking trails, picnic area, playground, beach-front restaurant. Minutes from the unique lime stone cliffs at Steep Rock town site
Watchhorn Provincial Park (Moosehorn)
MAY open in late August
Located near Moosehorn on Lake Manitoba, 175 km. (109 miles) north of Winnipeg on Hwy 6, west on PR 419 for 19km (12miles)
Sandy beach, campground, convenience store, boat launch, picnic area, excellent fishing on Lake Manitoba
