Whiteshell Provincial 
Park

HIKING



Hunt Lake is a 12.6 km (return) trail that leads north to Indian Bay returning along the east shore of West Hawk Lake. Allow at least 3 hours to reach the trails end. Steep, difficult climbs along the trail reward the hiker with spectacular views. Overnight camping is not permitted.
Type: Hike
Time: 3 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate

Mantario trail is a challenging three to six day hike. This 60 km trail takes the hiker over rugged Shield country and is accessible from PR 312 and Big Whiteshell Lake. To obtain a trail brochure, complete with contour map, contact Map Sales, 1007 Century Street, Winnipeg. Phone 1-800-214-6497.

For a change of pace, experience the Mantario trail by winter on cross country skis, using the many lakes along the way to shorten the trip.


Bear Lake is moderately difficult, traversing rock ridges through jack pine stands for 6 km. The head of the Bear Lake Trail is found on Hwy 44 13 kms east of Rennie. Overnight camping is not permitted. Rubber boots are recommended as the trail is often wet.
Type: Hike
Time: 2 Hours
Difficulty: Experienced


Amisk hiking trail is a 4.8 km loop starting at the north end of Brereton Lake just off highway 307. The trail heads through the forest and over rock ridges to a peaceful spot on the Rennie River. Morning hikers may observe beavers at work. A side loop leads you to the beach at Inverness Falls where non-modern washrooms are available.
Type: Hike
Time: 2 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate


Cabin Lake 4.6 km trail may be found wet at the beaver dam crossing a short distance from the trail head. Interpretive signs here describe beaver ecology. The lake offers scenic shorelines. Accessible from Block 3, Red Rock subdivision road, north of PR 307.
Type: Hike
Time: 2 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate


Big Whiteshell trail is 1.5 km return and offers several magnificent views and perhaps some wildlife residents on the edge of this popular recreational area.
Type: Hike
Time: 1 Hour
Difficulty: Novice



Rainbow Falls Hiking Trail is an 8 km trail starting at Jessica Lake Lodge, through the forest to White Lake Campground and then climbing a small rock ridge to reach scenic Rainbow Falls. Picnic tables and toilet facilities are available at Rainbow Falls and White Lake Campgrounds.
Type: Hike
Time: 3 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate



Inverness High Rock Ridge Trail starts at Inverness Falls Resort and is made up of several loops meandering through the forest. A picnic area is found at the halfway point. This trail is 8 km. long and can be hiked in the summer or skied in the winter. Possible wet areas in some locations (see dotted lines on the map).
Type: Hike or Ski
Time 1 - 3 Hours
Difficulty: Novice


Self Guiding Trails


The staging area for five hiking trails is adjacent to Jessica lake Lodge, off PR 307. These multi-looped trails meander through Precambrian Shield country offering an array of year-round hiking or skiing experiences.
  • Jessica Lake to Rainbow Falls - 8 km;allow 3.5 hours for the loop
  • Loop A - 1.3 km; allow 45 minutes
  • Loop B - 1.5 km; allow 45 minutes; groomed for walking in the winter
  • Loop C - 3.5 km; allow 1.5 hours
  • Loop D - 5 km; allow 2 hours
All distances are return

Type: Hike, Ski or Snowshoe
Time 3 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate


Falcon Creek trail head is located north of the Trans-Canada Highway near the entrance to Falcon Lake. This trail reveals that glaciers once covered this land; rocks and boulders were scattered randomly as the ice receded. One can see the effects of a forest fire here as well.
Type: Hike
Time: 1 Hour
Difficulty: Novice


The White Pine trail can be found on PR 312 just past Green Bay Resort. This 2.8 km trail winds down to the Whiteshell River and loops back. This area is a transition zone between 2 major forest regions - the Boreal Forest and the Great Lakes / Saint Lawrence Forest. Throughout this trail you may identify many trees such as Jack Pine, Trembling Aspen, Juniper, White Spruce, Black Spruce, White Cedar, Black Ash, Balsam Fir and Eastern Pine.
Type: Hike
Time: 2 Hours
Difficulty: Novice


McGillivray Falls trail is two loops that are accessible from PTH 44 near Caddy Lake. This 4.6 km trail will lead you through a small drainage basin typical of the Precambrian Shield. A shortcut reduces the length of the trail to 2.4 km before it reaches McGillivray Lake. This particular type of drainage system is found throughout the park.
Type: Hike
Time: 3 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate


Alf Hole Goose Sanctuary trail takes off from the Visitor Centre and circles around the south side of the Sanctuary pond. The peaceful setting is accentuated by the opportunity to see Great Canada Geese in their natural habitat. An especially rewarding hike in Spring and Fall.
Type: Hike
Time: 1 Hour
Difficulty: Novice


Forrester's Footsteps trail is a pleasant walk that loops through a natural forest as well as a Jack Pine and Red Pine plantation. Most of the trail follows old logging roads, except the last third which goes up a granite rock ridge. Part of the trail is designated as a mountain bike trail so watch for cyclists! You'll see a wide variety of flowers and trees.
Type: Hike or Bike
Time: 2 Hours
Difficulty: Novice


Pine Point Rapids is an 8.2 km. trail that passes between two sharply different communities typical to the Whiteshell: a mixed-wood forest and a rock outcrop. You will see Jack Pine, Blueberries, Sumac, Lichens, Bur Oak, Dogwood & Cranberry among many others. Wildlife is a precious sight: White-tailed Deer, waterfowl and turtles. This is a great trail to take your hot dogs and marshmallows, as fire pits are provided.
Type: Hike or Ski
Time: 4 Hours
Difficulty: Intermediate



Falcon Ridge Trails

Sunshine
This is a short hike to the south facing ski slopes and up to the rock outcrop overlooking Falcon Lake. This is a simple walk - about 2 km round trip.

Top of The World
This is a 4 km hike to a spectacular lookout point above Falcon Lake. This is the highest elevation in the area.

Pine Ridge
The trail starts on the ski trails and then heads along the pine ridges of High Lake Bay. The first destination is the famous swinging rope. This is a great spot to swim or just have a peaceful lunch. If you would like to go a little further, the trail continues to the High Lake Portage. This hike is about 3 km to the Swinging Rope and about 6 km to High Lake (one way). This trail can be tricky when wet- so check conditions at Falcon Trails Resort (204) 349-8273 before setting out.

High Lake Ski Trail
In the winter this is a beautiful 7.5 km trail going up to High Lake and along its undisturbed shoreline. To hike this is just as nice but you cannot go the entire distance because half of the trail is on the lake in the winter. You can go all the way to the lake and return on the same trail. By the end of the summer, a complete dry land route will be prepared. Keep checking for updates at the Falcon Trails Resort welcome centre.

Ski Trails
Most of these are good for hiking but some sections are very wet (the beavers have been busy). The Blue Trail (2.5 km) and most of the Red Trail (5 km) is quite dry and good for hiking.

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