September 2023

Welcome to Cabin Country in Whiteshell Provincial Park

Dear Canada friend,

It's no wonder that Whiteshell Provincial Park is one of Manitoba’s most popular parks. Characterized by stunning lakes, rivers, boreal forest and of course the rugged Precambrian Shield, the area is a nature lover's sanctuary. Discover our 10 spots that will make you fall in love with Manitoba’s Whiteshell Provincial Park.

Getting here is pretty easy. On a road trip from Winnipeg, you’ll reach the Whiteshell in southeast Manitoba in less than two hours. The park is home to a number of great lodges and resorts, providing lakefront cabins for rent and making the Canadian (holiday) dream of living a cabin life come true!

Enjoy reading!

Falcon Trails Resort: Cabin life at its best

Falcon Trails Resort lies in a remote, dreamlike location on scenic Falcon Lake. Guests are accommodated in one of their private self-catering lakeside cabins, with 9 of them being standard cabins and 3 of them a bit larger in size. The standard cabins each have up to 5 beds, their own kitchen, bathroom with shower and a cozy fireplace in the living room. In addition, each cabin has a spacious sun deck with BBQ and a screened porch with hot tub. Each cabin has direct access to the lake with a private dock.

If you are looking for even more remoteness, you can stay in one of the 5 luxurious Eco Cabins on High Lake, about 1.6 miles away. These cabins can only be reached on foot, while the luggage is transported by ATV.

Falcon Trails Resort is ideal for those who want to experience the typical Canadian cabin life off the beaten path without having to drive hundreds of miles into the wilderness. Canoes, SUPs and fat bikes are available for rent at any time. The resort also has a small sauna right by the lake.

Numerous trails around the resort take into the beautiful scenery of Whiteshell Provincial Park. You get one of the best views from the Top of the World hike. The 2.5 miles trail is gorgeous in all seasons and brings you to the highest elevation in the area, with spectacular views of Falcon Lake. The trailhead is accessible from the parking lot at Falcon Trails Resort.

Bookable upon special request with Canadvac Travel Services and Jonview (Special Services). Cabins rented weekly only in the summer season.


Contact:
Falcon Trails Resort
Caleigh Christie
caleigh@falcontrailsresort.com

Falcon Beach Ranch: Cowboy and Cowgirl feeling in the Whiteshell

Visit Falcon Beach Ranch close to Falcon Lake townsite for a unique ranch experience! Their 3 chalet-style log cabins are situated in the forest on the ranch property. Each features a full kitchen, 3-pc bathroom, main floor and loft bedrooms, and cozy lounge area with a wood-burning fireplace. Guests can enjoy the boreal forest view from their screened deck and sundeck, which is equipped with a BBQ. A cedar log sauna and outdoor hot tub are centrally located to the cabins, and there is an outdoor fire pit in the main ranch yard – firewood and roasting sticks are complimentary. The cabins accommodate a maximum of 4 adults or a family of 6 (with children under 18).

Guests receive discounted horseback riding rates. Guided rides are offered through the boreal forest of the Whiteshell, alongside natural beaver ponds, up granite ridges and down natural sand slopes. All ages and riding levels welcome.

Also visitors not staying at Falcon Beach Ranch can book group or private horseback riding. Advance reservations are required by phone.

Bookable upon special request with Canadvac Travel Services and Jonview
(Special Services).


Contact:
Falcon Beach Ranch
Kendra Imrie
vacation@falconbeachranch.com

Cabins and guest suites at Pinewood Lodge

On the shores of Dorothy Lake in northern Whiteshell Provincial Park lies quaint and cozy Pinewood Lodge. Its 5 lakefront chalets are beautifully designed of wood and lovingly and individually furnished. All chalets offer stunning lake views and feature a fully equipped kitchen, open fireplace in the living area, sauna or Swedish steam bath, whirlpool, CD and DVD player, air conditioning and a gas-powered BBQ grill. The bedroom is in the loft.

Guests can alternatively be accommodated in one of the 16 luxurious guest suites in the main building, all equipped with kitchenettes. In the centre of the building is an indoor salt water pool which can be used, along with the multi-peson jacuzzi tub, by all guests. A small shop sells snacks and fishing gear. Room service available.
Bookable with Canadvac Travel Services and Jonview (Special Services).


Contact:
Pinewood Lodge
Terrace & James Banman
mypinewoodresort@gmail.com

Cozy B&B and Indigenous experiences:
Moon Gate Guest House

Not far from the small town of Whitemouth and at the gates of Whiteshell Provincial Park, lies Moon Gate Guest House on the banks of the Whitemouth River. In addition to 3 charming B&B rooms, the owners Jenny and Michel Dupas – both Métis, i.e. descendants of European fur traders and Indigenous women – offer inspiring cultural experiences providing insights into the spiritual world of the Indigenous people of the area.

During your visit, immerse yourself in nature with a guided plant walk led by a knowledgeable Spirit Keeper. Discover the significance and uses of local plants as you explore the land, equipped with a basket and journal. Learn about edible plants, optimal harvesting times, and various medicinal plants for teas, poultices, and tinctures. Take home your own wild harvest and cherish the memories of this unique culinary and nature-filled experience. Guests can also join a Smudge Ceremony & Sharing Circle or a Voyageurs Snowshoe Walk (winter only).

An oasis of retreat without WiFi connection, Moon Gate Guest House provides a peaceful refuge from technology, cell phones, and constant connectivity, while also serving as an ideal base for excursions into Whiteshell Provincial Park.


Contact:
Moon Gate Guest House
Jenny Dupas
moongateguesthouse@gmail.com

Voyageur Houseboats:
Tranquility in Whiteshell Provincial Park

If you're looking for tranquility, Voyageur Houseboats is the place to be! Guests board their cozy 4-person houseboat in the small town of Pinawa on the northern edge of Whiteshell Provincial Park and are taken by a licensed Voyageur captain down the Winnipeg River to their scenic and protected mooring area in the provincial park. A boat operator's license is not required.

The fleet to date includes 2 houseboats, each with the following equipment:

• Refrigerator with small freezer compartment
• shower
• 12 V USB sockets
• compostable dry toilet
• motorhome kitchen with sink and 2-plate propane hob
• 1 XL bed and 1 double bunk bed for 2 persons each
• hammock
• BBQ
• bathing ladder
• up to 4 kayaks including KajaArm for easier entry and exit from the houseboat
• towels and bed linen

If you feel like a change of pace, you can take the pontoon shuttle to Pinawa for a 2- or 4 hour excursion, where you can go tubing with XL floats in the Pinawa Channel or play a round of golf.

For 1- to 2-hour scenic cruises, a licensed Voyageur captain can also be booked to discover the six beautiful lakes along the Winnipeg River. Romantic sunset cruises are also on offer.

In 2023, the houseboats start at 335 CAD in shoulder season, to 385 CAD per night in summer season (June to August). The prices include propane gas and drinking water.


Contact:
Voyageur Houseboats
Jérémy Faure
voyageurhouseboats@gmail.com

Whiteshell Petroforms: Indigenous walks at Bannock Point Petroforms

Bannock Point Petroforms is a sacred site of the Anishinaabe in the north Whiteshell Provincial Park. It features rocks carefully arranged in the shapes of humans and snakes, birds and turtles in moss-covered rocks on the Canada’s Precambrian shield. They are believed to have been placed here centuries ago for teaching and healing ceremonies. Visitors can either explore the petroforms by themselves or by joining a tour with Diane Maytwayashing from Whiteshell Petroforms. The Anishinaabe knowledge keeper knows these rocks well and takes visitors on guided walks of the sacred site, sharing stories of the teachings and healings that continue to this day through ceremony and song. Visitors learn about the original name of the site – Manidoo-Abi – that loosely translates into “where the spirit sits”.


Contact:
Whiteshell Petroforms
Diane Maytwayashing
giizhigookwelodge@gmail.com

Paddling the Caddy Lake Tunnels

Looking for a paddling adventure in the Whiteshell? Paddle through the rock tunnels via canoe, and experience the serene landscapes of Caddy Lake. Welcome to the Caddy Lake canoe route, connecting South and North Cross Lakes and offering both short daytripper and weekend canoeing options. Stunning scenery is guaranteed! Seasonal canoe rentals are available at Caddy Lake Resort.

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