Manitoba—the land of 100,000 lakes. It's home to some AMAZING beaches that you should definitely check out.
*As there are, oh you know, like 100,000 lakes in Manitoba, we may have missed your favourite beach. If we have, add it in the comments!
Get your beach bum on a beach.
*As there are, oh you know, like 100,000 lakes in Manitoba, we may have missed your favourite beach. If we have, add it in the comments!
If white sand is your thing, take a day trip to Grand Beach. Go for a dip in the clear water, see the sand dunes, or visit the boardwalk for a complete beach-vacation feel.
Where to find it: Near Grand Marais, Manitoba. 99 KM from Winnipeg.
Patricia Beach boasts fine sand and clear water—AND parts of it are clothing optional. You know, if you're up for that.
Where to find it: 84 KM north of Winnipeg.
Victoria Beach is its own little town surrounded by magnificent beaches. If you're into sailing, there's even a yacht club.
Where to find it: Victoria Beach is 100 KM north of Winnipeg.
Gimli Beach is a beautiful beach with great amenities for families. The harbour and boardwalk offer dining and shopping, and the beach itself features a large play structure that kids will love.
Gimli also has strong Icelandic roots and hosts an annual Icelandic Festival worth checking out.
Where to find it: Gimli Beach is located in Gimli, MB. It's 90 KM from Winnepeg.
Falcon Lake Main Beach is a public beach in Falcon Lake, MB. This resort community offers camping and cottages near the lake. The beach itself has a beautiful pier and boardwalk to enjoy.
Where to find it: 152 KM east of Winnipeg.
A sandy beach escape, Minnedosa beach offers summer fun with good amenities. Bring out a beach towel and enjoy the sun, swim in the lake, or bring a picnic to enjoy in the designated picnic area.
Where to find it: 50 KM north of Brandon.
Located in Birds Hill Provincial Park, Birds Hill Beach is a smaller, man-made beach that does provide a great place to swim for kids. There's clear water, a lifeguard on duty, and picnic areas.
Where to find it: Birds Hill Provincial Park is 24 KM from Winnipeg.
There's lots to do in the community of Winnipeg Beach. Fun in the sand, strolls on the piers, beach volleyball, water sports—you may need to spend a few days there!
Where to find it: 76 KM from Winnipeg.
Pinawa Beach, located in the small resort-community of Pinawa, MB, is a great place for water sports and boating. It has 2 boat launches so you can get your fishing on.
Where to find it: Pinawa is 110 KM from Winnepeg.
Located in Northern Manitoba, Clearwater Lake is a spectacularly clear freshwater lake with sparkling white beaches. It's a perfect spot for fishing, kayaking, and camping.
Where to find it: Clearwater Lake Provincial park is about 40 KM from The Pas.
Pelican Lake is a large lake bordering the town of Ninette. Its beaches are perfect for a day of relaxation and swimming. Pelican Lake is also great for fishing.
Where to find it: Ninette, MB is 74 KM from Brandon.
Delta Beach is on the south shore of Lake Manitoba and was flooded in 2014. While still recovering, Delta beach offers beautiful expanses of sandy lakefront.
Where to find it: 111 KM from Winnipeg.
St. Ambroise Beach is a public beach that caters well to young families with its sandbars and shallow waters.
Where to find it: 95 KM north-west from Winnipeg.
Located in St. Malo Provincial Park, St. Malo beach offers a quiet atmosphere without motorized boats. Its sandy beach and calm waters make it the perfect place to enjoy the sun before going for a swim.
Where to find it: St. Malo Beach is 76 KM from Winnipeg.