Weekend getaways from Winnipeg
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Best Weekend Getaways From Winnipeg

From Winnipeg, lake country, the Whiteshell and Riding Mountain are all an easy weekend drive. These are the best weekend getaways from Winnipeg.

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Compare nearby escapes by drive time, best season, things to do and where to stay.

1.5 hours Best: May – October, January – March

Why goCanadian Shield lakes, pine forests and the Whiteshell's rivers — Manitoba's cottage country.

Things to doHunt for petroforms, paddle the lakes, hike the Trails of Whiteshell.

Where to stayLakefront cabins and lodges in the park.

Recommended hotelFalcon Lake Resort — lakeside cabins.

Suggested weekend itinerary

Day 1: lake paddle, cabin dinner. Day 2: petroforms, home.

Why goHighlands, boreal forest and a bison range — Manitoba's flagship national park.

Things to doBison drive, hike the Baldy Mountain Trail, explore Wasagaming townsite.

Where to stayWasagaming lodges and cabins.

Recommended hotelElkhorn Resort — spa resort near the park.

Suggested weekend itinerary

Day 1: bison drive, Wasagaming dinner. Day 2: Baldy hike, home.

Why goWhite-sand beaches on Lake Winnipeg — one of the finest freshwater beaches in Canada.

Things to doSwim, walk the boardwalk, watch the pelicans.

Where to stayBeach cottages and motels at Grand Beach.

Recommended hotelGrand Beach Resort — steps from the sand.

Suggested weekend itinerary

Day 1: beach, boardwalk dinner. Day 2: swim, home.

Why goMennonite heritage, farm country and a glimpse of Manitoba's prairie roots.

Things to doVisit the Mennonite Heritage Village, browse the farmers market, drive the prairie backroads.

Where to staySmall-town inns in Steinbach.

Recommended hotelSteinbach Heritage Inn — prairie hospitality.

Suggested weekend itinerary

Day 1: heritage village, market. Day 2: prairie drive, home.

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