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Winnipeg Beach
Go for one day, or one night if you want the beach at sunrise: 56 km north of Winnipeg, no bus, so you need a car.Go for one day, or one night if you want the beach at sunrise: 35 mi north of Winnipeg, no bus, so you need a car.
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Apr (cold, most seasonal businesses closed)
- Airport
- YWG
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 6Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Canada ↗Visa-exempt travellers flying to or through Canada usually need an eTA; check your passport on the official Government of Canada site (canada.ca) and apply only there.
- Canada ↗A Parks Canada pass is needed to stop in national parks such as Banff and Jasper; some spots (for example Moraine Lake) are reached only by shuttle or tour, so book ahead.
- Canada ↗Keep well away from bears, elk and moose; carry bear spray on Rockies trails and follow trail closures.
Winnipeg Beach is a small lakeside resort town on the southwestern shore of Lake Winnipeg, about 56 km north of Winnipeg. It was built by the CPR in 1900 as a weekend escape from the city, and today it is a beach, a boardwalk, a campground and a handful of places to eat. One day covers it; one night makes the drive worthwhile. There is no bus, so a car is the practical way in.
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Winnipeg Beach, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD, $).Canada-wide
- SIM or eSIMRogers, Bell and Telus plus cheaper brands (Fido, Koodo, Public Mobile); prepaid SIMs in malls and stores.Canada-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable; treat water from lakes and streams (giardia).Canada-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 15–20% of the pre-tax bill.Canada-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Canada-wide
- SafetyA small, quiet resort town; the main risks are cold lake water, summer swim advisories and driving Highway 9 at night.
- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 811 Health links (non-emergency advice, Manitoba)
- Sundays & holidaysStatutory holidays close shops and offices, varying by province; many park facilities are seasonal (about mid-May to mid-October).Canada-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportYWG Winnipeg Richardson International (Nearest airport, about 1 h 15 min by car; no bus to Winnipeg Beach).
- Getting aroundDowntown is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeC$2–4 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerBeer at a barC$7–10 (≈ US$6–8)
- Budget bedProvincial park campsite, a night, per roomC$30 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedProvincial park campsite, a night, per roomC$45 (≈ US$35)
- High-end bedProvincial park campsite, a night, per roomC$60 (≈ US$45)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget C$80 (≈ US$60) · Mid C$150 (≈ US$110) · High C$260 (≈ US$190)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- YWG Winnipeg Richardson International (Nearest airport, about 1 h 15 min by car; no bus to Winnipeg Beach)
Weather and climate
Winnipeg Beach: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−13°C9°F
−23°C−9°F
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Feb
−9°C16°F
−20°C−4°F
6 rd
Mar
0°C32°F
−12°C10°F
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Apr
10°C50°F
−2°C28°F
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May
18°C64°F
5°C41°F
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Jun
23°C73°F
11°C52°F
11 rd
Jul
26°C79°F
14°C57°F
10 rd
Aug
25°C77°F
13°C55°F
9 rd
Sep
19°C66°F
8°C46°F
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Oct
11°C52°F
2°C36°F
8 rd
Nov
0°C32°F
−8°C18°F
8 rd
Dec
−10°C14°F
−19°C−2°F
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High / low °C°F · rd = rain days
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Downtown is walkable. A car is needed for the campground, Matlock and nearby towns; there is no local bus.
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Gimli
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Drive north on Highway 9, about 20 min
Harbour, Icelandic heritage and more food options; pairs well with Winnipeg Beach.
Selkirk
goDoor to door: About 45 min
Drive south on Highway 9, about 35 min
Red River town with a marine museum; a half-day add-on.
St. Laurent
cautionDoor to door: About 1 h 15 min
Drive south on Highway 9 then Highway 6, about 1 h
Métis heritage and lake views; check what is open before driving.
Door to door: About 1 h 15 min
Drive south on Highway 9 and Highway 101, about 1 h
Use Winnipeg as the gateway: airport, train station and city sights.
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Downtown Winnipeg Beach
Walkable to the beach, boardwalk and Main Street restaurants; motel and B&B options.
Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park campground
120 full-service sites, open mid-May to Oct; reserve by phone.
Matlock (just south)
Lakefront B&B a short drive from town; quieter, needs a car.
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- C$80–130 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- C$130–220 (≈ US$95–160) excl. bed
- High
- C$220 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × C$110 | C$110 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × C$150 | C$300 |
| Groceries and drinks, per person per day2 × C$30 | C$60 |
| Restaurant dinner, per person2 × C$30 | C$60 |
| Fuel, Winnipeg return, per car1 × C$25 · check | C$25 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | C$56 |
| Trip total≈ C$306 per person per day, bed included | C$611≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in Canadian dollars; car and fuel excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | C$2–4 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Burger and fries | C$15–22 (≈ US$11–16) |
| Poutine | C$10–16 (≈ US$8–12) |
| Beer at a bar | C$7–10 (≈ US$6–8) |
| Groceries for a picnic | C$15–30 (≈ US$11–25) |
| Campsite, per night | C$30–60 (≈ US$25–45) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No bus service to Winnipeg Beach: a car or a lift is required.
- Most seasonal businesses close outside summer; check hours before a winter trip.
- Beach water can be cold even in July; watch for swim advisories.
- The campground fills on summer weekends: reserve ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Health links (non-emergency advice, Manitoba)
- 811
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Health links (non-emergency advice)811
Embassy
No embassies in Winnipeg Beach; consulates are in Winnipeg, embassies in Ottawa.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fuel, Winnipeg → Winnipeg Beach return: about C$25 (≈ US$19) (check)
- Motel double room: C$80–150 (≈ US$60–110)
- Campsite, per night: C$30–60 (≈ US$25–45) (check)
Say or show
- Thank you — Thank you
- Where is the beach? — Where is the beach?
- How much is it? — How much is it?
- Can I pay by card? — Can I pay by card?
- Where is the toilet? — Where is the toilet?
English is the main language; a few French speakers.
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Winnipeg Beach. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Apr (cold, most seasonal businesses closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-beach contract for YWG: drive times field-checked, no-bus fallback, overnight rung.
- Walking cluster map: beach and boardwalk, Main Street, water tower, Whispering Giant.
- Place pages with verified hours (water tower, Whispering Giant, provincial park) and eat pages with last orders.
- Seasonal and weather fixtures so gates A–D can go green.