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Even with no overnight stays allowed, you’ll find no crowds during visits to this tiny island park.

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Lake Winnipeg Beachfront Meadow

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Gimli, MB

This grassy field fronts on Lake Winnipeg beach, affording access to swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, campfire (conditions permitting), etc. Beautiful sunrises/sunsets, birding, 5 minutes from Hnausa General Store and fishing from Hnausa Dock. We have one campsite available for tent and RV campers. If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles up to 45ft in length and the site is flat. Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Pets are welcome.

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Forested Meadow at Beach Resort

7 sites · Lodging, Tents45 acres · Winnipeg Beach, MB

This 45-acre property is the original farm homestead of the Kozak family. Since 1996, the land has been stewarded and enhanced by Cheryl Cohan and Noah Erenberg and is now home to Nature On! Matlock Biodiversity Retreat and Horticultural Therapy Centre.There are 3 different listings to choose from: Deluxe Wall Tent in Forest Meadow, Bunkie in Forest Meadow, and Tent Camping in Forest Meadow. We have something for everyone, no matter the type of camper that you are! The surrounding area includes the beautiful and quaint, resort village of Dunnottar bordering along with the property: Matlock main beach on Lake Winnipeg’s southwest shore is just a three-minute walk away as is the hiking trail that meanders northward through Whytewold, Ponemah and up to Winnipeg Beach. Dunnottar Sports Courts for tennis and basketball as well as Julia’s Restaurant are a short one block to the east; Matlock General Store is a ten-minute walk to the north; many more amenities and attractions are available to explore throughout the Interlake, with lots to see and do in nearby Winnipeg Beach, Gimli, Camp Morton, Riverton, Arborg, etc.

Year Round Family Retreat

2 sites · Lodging10 acres · Grand Marais, MB

Learn more about this land:You will share the large private treed yard with other cabins, however, each cabin has plenty of private space to enjoy outdoors.Fully equipped kitchen with everything you may need for your food preparation, full-size appliances, coffee maker, toaster, BBQ and lawn chairs. We are within walking distance of a few local restaurants. We will offer bathrooms very soon, but there are clean and comfortable showers a 1-minute drive away and a bio-toilet is on the premises.There are also outdoor fire pits for you to enjoy a campfire.

Forest & Herb Farm by the Beach

1 site · Lodging80 acres · Scanterbury, MB

A stone’s throw from the beaches of southeastern Lake Winnipeg, Cityfolk Farm is home to 80 acres of wide open fields, a medicinal herb farm, and forests of poplar, pine, alder, and willow for you to explore. THINGS TO DO... Say hello to the chickens roaming the land, enjoy a relaxing walk through our forest labyrinth, tour the medicinal herb farm (@awakenherbs), meet our Great Pyrenees, Willow the gentle giant, swim at a beach with some of the finest sands in the world (a 15 minutes' drive away), and relax in a hammock, gently swayed by the breeze. THE CAMPER... Stepping into this vintage RV is like stepping back in time to the 1970s. The camper sleeps 4-6 (2 adults and 4 kids is workable), with a master bed area, a convertible kitchen booth, and a bunk above the driver's area. Equipped with bedding, towels, cloth napkins, board games, and more, we have tried to anticipate your needs. The kitchen is stocked with some basic ingredients such as spices, s&p, oats, tea herbs, oils, and honey and in the cupboards you'll find dishes and utensils. The stove in the RV is not in use, so you can enjoy the BBQ just outside the door, or use the communal campground kitchen. There is a composting toilet in the camper bathroom, and you'll also have access to the campground composting toilet outhouse and outdoor shower. There is no running water in the camper - there is a water dispenser in both the kitchen and bathroom for drinking and hand-washing. WHERE WE ARE... A stone’s throw from the beaches on the southeastern shores of Lake Winnipeg, 45 minutes north of Winnipeg, just 10 minutes to Gull Lake, 15 to Patricia Beach & the Brokenhead Wetland Interpretive Trail, and 20 minutes to Grand Beach, which features sands ranked in the top 10 worldwide. WHO WE ARE... Our family of six moved to the country from Winnipeg (hence the name Cityfolk Farm). We learn and work from home, run a re-skilling festival (@takerootfest), and a medicinal herb farm (@awakenherbs). Fostering a connection with nature and cultivating community is at the heart of all we do. WHOSE LAND... The land now stewarded by our family (Cityfolk Farm) is part of Treaty 1 territory and the ancestral land of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation. We acknowledge that we are on stolen land, and we continue to learn about both the harm that was done and the beautiful history and traditions of tending land & people of the Indigenous nations who suffered and continue to be negatively impacted by colonialism. We are working to be conscious of and active in reconciliation and welcome relationship and collaboration with Indigenous communities. We encourage all who are connected to the farm, festival, farm stays and other events here to dig into this learning as well, and come to the land in thoughtfulness and gratitude.

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Boreal Plains

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Gimli, MB

Our little piece of Canadian paradise sits in the Interlake of Manitoba, just 1hr 15 minutes from Winnipeg! This land is host to thousands of young Poplar trees and is located a short 2 minute drive from Lake Winnipeg. In addition, we are a 10 minute drive from the bustling beach town of Gimli, where the culture of the Viking runs deep as well as 30 minutes from Hecla Provincial Park. Truly the best location for those whom are passionate about the outdoors. Everything from beach days in July, to ice fishing in February is just steps away from your campsite.

Between The Flags Camp 'n Cabins

1 site · Lodging120 acres · Gimli, MB

Hip, hip, hooray! "Between the Flags Camp 'n Cabins" is now open to nice folks. Located a short drive from the tourist town of Gimli, we've got 120 acres of forest. It's secluded and quite quiet with several kilometers of mowed, signed, and mapped trails, a pond with a floating dock and seating area, a common area with outdoor games, a fire pit, and a small stage for campers/renters to interact. There are 2 tiny houses available for rent: 1.) Micro Cabin in the Secluded Forest and 2.) The Blue Owl Tiny House Experience. There are 3 non-serviced, back-in RV sites and a few shaded tent sites. Both cabins, each RV and tent sites all have a picnic table and firepit. We have 4 traditional outhouses, a septic holding tank and a black-water tote for your convenience. We've set up a couple of challenging Scavenger Hunts along the trails. Printed checklists and pencils are in the Book Box located at the common games area near the stage. Berry picking (Saskatoons, Cranberries, Loganberries are abundant while in season. There are plenty of wildflowers and an opportunity to see wildlife in it's natural setting. Gimli Motorsports Park is close by and there are endless events in the popular tourist town of Gimli and surrounding area including farmer's markets, restaurants, beach, racing, festivals and more!

The best camping near Elk Island Provincial Park guide

Overview

About

Just a bit north of Grand Beach, Lake Winnipeg’s Elk Island Provincial Park covers a small spit of beach on the mainland and a 9-square-kilometre island set a little over a kilometre offshore. In winter, the park offers great spots for snowshoeing or snowmobiling. Depending on the water levels in the summer months, you can wade in the lake or boat to the island. Spend the day exploring the wilderness, bird watching, or hiking along the lakeside trail, where you’ll find sandy beaches and boulders in muted colours, all perfect for a picnic lunch.

When to go

The park is accessible for day trips year-round. It’s undeveloped with no services, so you’ll need to bring everything you need for your wilderness day trip. Make sure you dress and prepare for the temperamental Manitoba weather—particularly if going in winter. In late fall and early spring, when the ice is freezing and thawing, it can be dangerous to walk across the lake. Look for cracks in the ice and ensure you follow proper safety precautions.

Know before you go

You must have a valid permit to enter Manitoba Provincial Parks. Purchase one online and print the permit ahead of time.
The island loop hiking trail is a little over 16 kilometres long and takes about 4 hours to complete. It’s considered a moderate hike and is inaccessible for wheelchairs or strollers.
No camping or fires are permitted in the park, so you won't find campsites or fire pits.
Parking at Elk Island Provincial Park can be challenging. Be prepared to park your vehicle down the road and walk a bit.
Varying water levels in Lake Winnipeg mean canoeing or paddling a kayak is the best bet to get out to the island.