Snowshoeing at FortWhyte
Alive: Stan Swanson
Oak Hammock Marsh
King's Park
Bordering the Red River, King's Park has many
pathways (gravel and paved) to enjoy, some of
which lead to marshland. In the centre of the
park you will find the beautiful Pagoda Gardens.
The park also has a soccer field, two baseball
diamonds and an off-leash dog park area.
King's Drive and Kilkenny Drive –
Fort Garry (close to the U of M Campus)
tel: Call 311 for events & wedding
picture locations, outside of Winnipeg
call 1.877.311.4WPG (4974)
http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/
ParksandFields/ParkBooking/
Bookableparks/Kingspark.asp
La Barriere Park
Canoe, fish, hike and bike in summer or enjoy
cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter.
Nature tours available by calling 204.832.0167
Located on Waverley Street, south of the
Perimeter Highway – just outside Winnipeg
(south)
tel: Call 311 for picnic sites and event
reservations, outside of Winnipeg call
1.877.311.4WPG (4974)
http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/
ParksandFields/ParkBooking/
Bookableparks/labarriere.asp
Little Mountain Park
Enjoy hiking trails, a limestone quarry and
numerous picnic sites. Naturalist-guided tours
by reservation (204.832.0167). Large off-leash
dog park area is also located in this park.
Klimpke Road, northwest of Route 90
and Inkster Boulevard
tel: Call 311 for events and picnic site
reservation, outside of Winnipeg call
1.877.311.4WPG (4974)
http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/
ParksandFields/ParkBooking/
Bookableparks/Littlemountainpark.asp
Oak Hammock Marsh
Interpretive Centre
Come see why Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive
Centre has been voted the world's "Best
Environmental Experience." Under the guidance
of friendly interpreters, you can trek nature
trails, take a guided tour of the marsh, go
canoeing, view wildlife, watch a film in the
multimedia theatre, enjoy a meal in the café
and check out fun, interactive exhibits.
Find out the closest local park near you to let
your favourite canine run free. A full set of rules
of use for off-leash dog parks, locations and code
of ethics for dog owners is available at:
www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/
parksandfields/parks/fieldsforfido.asp
For comprehensive tour itineraries, fascinating
facts, and fabulous reasons to walk, cycle, drive
or paddle your way through the beauty you'll
find along the Red River, visit the website.
www.routesonthered.ca
St. Vital Park
Situated on the Red River, this park is the perfect
place for family get togethers and recreational
sports. Numerous picnic sites and wedding
photo locations can be booked. In winter, the
duck pond becomes a skating rink.
River Road, north of Bishop Grandin
Boulevard – St. Vital
Open daily year round.
20 minutes north of Winnipeg at
Highways 67 and 220 – just outside
Winnipeg (north)
http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/
ParksandFields/ParkBooking/
Bookableparks/stvitalpark.asp
tel: 204.467.3300 | 1.888.50MARSH
email: ohmic@ducks.ca
Prairie Pathfinders
Discover Winnipeg by foot and take part in a
hiking adventure with Prairie Pathfinders. This
urban walking club organizes more than 100 city
walks throughout the year at the city's diverse
neighbourhoods and parks. Non-members are
welcome as guests.
email: prairiepathfinders@shaw.ca
www.prairiepathfinders.mb.ca
60 Winnipeg
Explore the culture, geography, history and
wildlife of Manitoba's Red River Valley with
more than 20 self-directed Routes on the Red
Tours. Spend an afternoon or day walking in the
footsteps of voyageurs, discovering the legacy of
glaciers and grasslands or cycling the shores of
ancient Lake Agassiz.
tel: Call 311 for events and picnic site
reservation, outside of Winnipeg call
1.877.311.4WPG (4974)
www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
Designated Off-Leash
Dog Areas
Routes on the Red
2013 Visitor's Guide
Winnipeg Trails
Whether you choose to hike through river
bottom forests, cycle through urban jungles
or jog along abandoned rail beds, this website
gives a detailed look at Winnipeg's "off the
beaten path" sights, sounds and scents, along
with the city's diverse trail networks. Plan your
next outdoor adventure using this site's handy
online maps and resources.
www.winnipegtrails.ca
