Riding Mountain National Park

Riding Mountain National Park is a national park in Division No. 17, Manitoba, Canada, rising on a plateau above the surrounding plain. Three ecosystems shape the land: boreal forest in the north, deciduous woodland in the center, and open grassland along the southern edge of the escarpment.

Indigenous peoples, including the Cree and Ojibway, used this area as hunting and fishing grounds for at least 6,000 years. Canada established the park in 1933 to protect wildlife and habitats on the Manitoba Escarpment.

The name comes from early settlers who rode horses up the steep slopes of this plateau. Wasagaming on Clear Lake becomes a hub in summer, where guests sample local specialties and browse regional crafts.

Over 400 kilometers of marked trails cross the terrain, offering routes for hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders at all skill levels. Clear Lake is suitable for swimming, paddling, and camping, with facilities accessible from spring through fall.

A herd of around 40 plains bison, descendants of animals from Elk Island National Park, lives in a fenced area near Lake Audy. Visitors can observe the animals from a viewing platform without entering the enclosure.

Location: Division No. 17

Inception: May 30, 1930

Operator: Parks Canada

Part of: Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve

Address: Wasagaming Drive

Website: http://pc.gc.ca/fra/pn-np/mb/riding

GPS coordinates: 50.86390,-100.03600

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25