Grass River Provincial Park
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Grass River Provincial Park

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Fast facts

  • Established: 1963
  • Size: about 880 square miles (2,279 km²)
  • History: the Grass River appears on the maps of Samuel Hearne and other fur-trade explorers
  • Gateway: The Pas, or Flin Flon
  • Managed by: Manitoba Parks

The landscape

Grass River follows a chain of lakes and river channels across the boundary between the Canadian Shield and the Manitoba Lowlands. Granite outcrops and boreal forest of spruce and jack pine line the shore, and the lakes run clear and deep. Woodland caribou thrive here, along with moose, black bears, wolves, wolverines, bald eagles and great grey owls. Anglers come for northern pike, walleye and lake trout.

Best time to go

June to September is paddling season, with the warmest weather in July and August. June is peak bug season. September is cooler and quieter, with colour in the aspen and birch. Wildfire and smoke are possible through the summer.

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Getting there and around

From The Pas, PTH 10 runs north and PTH 39 turns east into the park, passing three lakeside campgrounds and canoe put-ins. Paddlers follow the Grass River route east through a series of lakes, with designated backcountry campsites and some lodges along the way.

Things to do

Canoe trips range from a few days on the lakes near the highway to longer routes down the Grass River. Fishing is a major draw. Karst Spring Trail and Wekusko Falls offer short walks, and the park is one of the better places in Manitoba to see woodland caribou.

Staying safe

The larger lakes can build big waves quickly, so stay near shore and wear a life jacket. Scout rapids and use portages. Black bears are present, so store food carefully. Help is far away once you leave the highway, so carry a satellite messenger and leave a trip plan. Check fire conditions before and during your trip.

Know before you go

This page is a general overview, not a live conditions report, so confirm fire closures, campsite status and reservations with Manitoba Parks before you go.

Navigation
Coordinates
54.6535, -100.7890
Magnetic declination
5.6° E (2026)

Set this declination on your compass, then align it to the map's north lines; it is the angle between true north and magnetic north, refreshed each year.

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53 places in Grass River Provincial Park

A spread of the park’s main places shows straight away, and the rest appear as you zoom in. You can also search above, or pick any place from the lists below, and the map will go to it. Places in bold, marked , have a short description.

On the trail 3

Campgrounds

Sights 50

Lakes

Islands

Map data comes from third-party sources and may be incomplete or out of date, so carry a current official map (terms).

Trip types
Car campingMulti-day/expeditionCanoeing & kayakingBackcountryWildlife viewing

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Terrain
LakesRiversForest
Key hazards
Wind and cold water on big lakesRapids and portagesBlack bearsWildfireBiting insectsRemote from help
Best seasons
Summer, Early fall
Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Access / trailheads
From The Pas, drive north about 46 miles (74 km) on PTH 10, then east on PTH 39 into the park. PR 392 leads to Wekusko Falls.
Water
Lakes and rivers; filter or treat all water.
Cell / satellite coverage
Limited to none away from the highway. Carry a satellite messenger.
Nearest ranger / SAR / emergency
Emergencies: 911. Manitoba Parks: 1-800-214-6497.
Permits & regulations
Campgrounds and designated backcountry campsites are available; check with Manitoba Parks for reservations and any registration.
Leave No Trace
Use designated campsites, store food from bears, keep fires in existing rings and pack out all waste.
Conditions by month

October This month

Average high43°F(6°C)6°C(43°F)
Average low31°F(−1°C)−1°C(31°F)
Rainfall0.9 in(24 mm)24 mm(0.9 in)
Daylight, mid-month10 h 36 minSunrise 8:11 a.m., sunset 6:46 p.m.
  • Below-freezing nights

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Averages for 1981–2010 from Environment Canada climate normals, measured at the Flin Flon Airport station, 26 miles (41 km)41 km (26 miles) away at 997 feet (304 m)304 m (997 feet). Higher trails run colder, by about 3.5°F for every 1,000 ft (2°C per 300 m)2°C for every 300 m (3.5°F per 1,000 ft) of climb. Daylight runs from sunrise to sunset on the 15th, on the park’s own clock, for a level horizon. Valleys and slopes facing away from the sun are in shade earlier.

Before you go Conditions, permits, fire bans and closures change constantly — we summarise and link out, but always confirm with the managing agency first.
Official park website → Last verified 2026-09-21

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