where to shop : Swim In Style Retail therapy beckons beach babes to The Hula Hut , a fun shop packed with colourful swimwear , sandals , hats and accessories . Primo brands Billabong , O ’ Neill and Jantzen fill the store with looks to keep you looking cool in the sun ’ s heat . Grab some skincare to ensure the day leaves no afterburn . thehulahut . ca |
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Winnipeg Beach Ice cream shops , boutiques and a beach-side boardwalk that stretches along the sand coaxes visitors to this iconic beach town . Read interpretive signs along the route that tell the story of its glamourous past of swanky hotels , dance hall nights and amusement park rides .
where to eat : Pleasant Pasta Located in a restored Winnipeg Beach home , Casa Bianca mirrors its quaint cottage surroundings in an intimate dining room . For dinner , try an Italian favourite like rich veal scallopini or classic chicken parmesan . Vino is abundant , with varieties hailing from around the world , or opt for a classic or flavoured martini . 204-389-5007 .
CLEAR LAKE To put it simply , Riding Mountain National Park is the place to be ; lush stretches of boreal forest , aspen groves , prairie , wetlands , and lakes make it an oasis for any adventurer looking to immerse themselves in Manitoba ’ s diverse scenery . For city slickers who are tempted by nature but crave cosmopolitan comforts , Wasagaming is the perfect middle ground . Perched on the shore of Clear Lake ’ s crystal blue water , this ultrabustling townsite beckons visitors with an abundance of sunny patios , trendy clothing stores and souvenir shops . If the sun is shining , be sure to
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Clear Lake Marina
hit the beach opposite the town ’ s main drag . There is plenty of shaded space to spread a blanket to chill out .
what to do : Lake Cruise What better way to enjoy Clear Lake ’ s stunning water than spending an afternoon cruising it ? Clear Lake Marina rents a variety of watercraft , from pontoon and motor boats to self-propelled pedal boats and kayaks . For those who don ’ t want to man the mast , hop aboard Lady of the Lake or the Martese for a relaxing cruise with a knowledgeable captain . clearlakemarina . ca
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where to eat : Quick And Delicious Tucked beneath the suites at Lakehouse Boutique Hotel find a rustic chic lounge and an ice cream / smoothie bar for quick take-aways . Familiar lounge staples and lighter , more elegant fare ( think smoked salmon crostini ) intermingle on this spot ’ s diverse menu . An outdoor deck dotted with Adirondack chairs is the perfect perch to people watch while enjoying your meal . staylakehouse . ca
Forest
More than three-quarters of Manitoba is boreal forest , part of the largest intact forest ecosystem remaining on the planet . No other
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Falcon Lake Trails
Canadian province or territory includes four of the country ’ s major boreal ecozones — Boreal Plains , Boreal Shield , Hudson Plains , and Taiga Shield .
Manitoba ’ s boreal region is bigger in area than California , and every U . S . state except Alaska and Texas – covering 140 million acres ( 56 million hectares ). Remarkably , 80 percent is still highly intact and free from development .
WHITESHELL PROVINCIAL PARK
Only an hour drive east from Winnipeg lies a backwoods playground presenting a myriad ways to connect with nature . Whether it ’ s a shoreside nosh or a challenging trek through towering trees and the oldest rocks on the planet , Southeast Manitoba has lakeside resorts , weaving bike paths , and plenty of hikes , including the world ’ s longest trail , The Trans Canada , stretching from Saskatchewan to Newfoundland .
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FALCON LAKE what to do : Nature Hike Top of the World Trail , renowned as the best trail in the Whiteshell is a nature lover ’ s choice . The trailhead is about a 15 – 20-minute drive east from the townsite of Falcon Lake |
Photography : Travel Manitoba , Bison by Scott Munn |