Outdoor adventures near Winnipeg
Getting out of Winnipeg for the weekend — hikes, trails, paddling and the day trips locals do when the city gets loud.
Top spots in Winnipeg
Assiniboine Park
OutdoorsTuxedo
Gardens, the Leaf conservatory, free outdoor theatre.
Little Mountain Sportsplex Karting
OutdoorsNW Winnipeg
Outdoor go-karts, paintball and laser tag — best group hangout in the city.
FortWhyte Alive
OutdoorsSouth Winnipeg
Bison prairie, lake trails and a sod-house homestead — easy hike for friends, family or a quiet solo walk.
Grand Beach
OutdoorsLake Winnipeg — 1h north
White-sand dunes and boardwalk on Lake Winnipeg's east shore.
Patricia Beach
OutdoorsLake Winnipeg — 1h NE
Long, quiet sand spit — locals' alternative to Grand Beach.
Red River Mutual Trail
OutdoorsThe Forks
World-record holder: longest naturally frozen skate trail.
Riverwalk along the Assiniboine
OutdoorsDowntown
Riverside path from The Forks to Osborne — sunset stroll, run or bike.
Stony Mountain Ski Area
OutdoorsStony Mountain — 25 min N
Tubing, snowboarding and night skiing minutes from the city.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Assiniboine Park, Grand Beach, Patricia Beach. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Winnipeg and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.