Snowshoe along groomed trails or set out over frozen landscapes that might be inaccessible at any other time of year. With an experienced guide, you will enjoy exploring the countryside, learning about winter ecology, and viewing wildlife. Sunrise, daytime, and moonlight – each hour of the day presents different ways to engage with your surroundings.
Hiking trails are perfect for experienced snowshoers as they can offer both visual and aerobic challenges not found on flat terrain; this is fitness country or slow travel terrain…your choice! Or leave the trail behind and explore places you can’t reach in summer like ponds, marshes, and lakes. Get out your map, stuff your day-pack and enjoy the stories in the snow. Get more information about snowshoeing on Parks Canada’s website.
EQUIPMENT RENTALS AVAILABLE AT:
Elkhorn Resort (Front Desk) at 3 Mooswa Dr E, Onanole
Friends of Riding Mountain Learning Centre at 154 Columbine Street, Wasagaming
What’s that? That’s nothing but the sound of rustling wind and the swish of your skis. Enjoy the serenity of the boreal forest in Riding Mountain National Park by cross-country ski.
Ski your way along dozens of kilometres of trails through the breathtaking snow covered townsite, campground and the many groomed trails in RMNP. Services are limited in the winter months so please call ahead to book accommodations and plan your trip.
Visit one of the highest elevation cross-country ski sites in Manitoba at Crawford Creek Trail. Up for a challenge? Try Moon Lake Trail. The lights in the trails through Wasagaming Campground are perfect for a night ski.
There are so many choices for all ages and abilities of skiers in Riding Mountain National Park.
TRAIL REPORT
For the latest on trail conditions, visit Parks Canada.
SKI RENTALS AVAILABLE AT:
Elkhorn Resort (Front Desk) at 3 Mooswa Dr E, Onanole
Glide down the Parks Canada skating trails and outdoor skating rink adorned with twinkly lights and adjacent to a great log cabin style warming shack – the perfect place to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate made over an open fire. Services are limited in the winter months so please call ahead to book accommodations and plan your trip.
