Mantario Trail, Wilderness hiking trail in Whiteshell Provincial Park and Ontario, Canada
The Mantario Trail is a wilderness hiking route spanning approximately 63 kilometers through granite ridges, remote lakes, and boreal forest. The path crosses rocky terrain with elevation changes and passes through multiple waterways that shape the landscape.
The trail was established in the early 1970s through collaboration between the Manitoba Naturalists Society and the Manitoba Parks Branch. This effort created a formal hiking route through the Canadian Shield landscape.
The annual Mantario Marathon takes place in October, with participants completing the trail over two days while camping outdoors during the journey.
Hikers should bring detailed maps, bear spray, and supplies for several days since the route passes through remote terrain. Most people need three to four days to complete the full distance and must carry adequate water and emergency equipment.
Ten designated camping areas sit near lakes and feature bear-resistant storage boxes at each location. These waters are home to pike and trout that swim in clear conditions.
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