PROVINCIAL PARK CLOSURES AND FIRE RESTRICTIONS ARE IN EFFECT

Manitoba is experiencing extreme wildfire activity. Several provincial parks are closed due to out-of-control fires including Bakers Narrows, Grass River, Manigotagan River, Nopiming, South Atikaki, Wallace Lake, Wekusko Falls.  Partial closures are in place in Whiteshell.

Manitoba Parks is working closely with the Manitoba Wildfire Service, the Conservation Officer Service and other partners continuously evaluating the situation.  Check this webpage regularly for updates on park closures and restriction information.


Important News and Program Updates

Updated June 4, 2025

Fire Bans and Backcountry Travel Restrictions
Campfires are prohibited, and trails and water routes are closed in all provincial parks.

Whiteshell Provincial Park: Closure Area Updated June 4, 2025

Fire EA63 continues to burn out-of-control in the Mantario wilderness zone.  However, suppression efforts are holding the line which has allowed areas of the park to reopen.

As of 8 a.m. Thursday, June 5, Caddy Lake blocks 1, 2 and 5 will reopen for permanent residents, cottagers and commercial operators. The boat launch at Caddy Lake Block 4 will also reopen.

Due to their proximity to the fire, the following areas remain closed including all cottage subdivisions, commercial areas, campgrounds, group use, day use, recreational and picnic areas, playgrounds, trails, beaches and backcountry canoe routes and campsites:

  • Big Whiteshell Lake
  • Crowduck Lake
  • Florence Lake, Nora Lake, Ophir Siding

All trails and water routes are closed.  Backcountry travel is prohibited, and a full fire ban is in effect. The Caddy Lake tunnels are closed. 

Campgrounds at Brereton, Caddy, West Hawk and White lakes will reopen for seasonal and nightly camping at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 6.

Big Whiteshell Lake campgrounds will remain closed for seasonal and nightly camping until at least June 19.  This closure may be extended, depending on how the situation evolves. The Parks Reservation Service is contacting affected campers by email. 

Services may be limited at some campgrounds as park staff continue to support fire response efforts.

As the fire remains out of control, those returning to reopened areas are advised to be prepared to evacuate again with little notice. All residents, cottagers and seasonal campers should prepare an emergency go kit. More information on emergency preparedness, including what to include in an emergency go kit, is available here.

Nopiming Provincial Park:

Fire EA61 continues to burn out-of-control and has burned through most of Nopiming. The park remains closed to all park users including permanent residents, cottagers, commercial operators, seasonal and nightly campers, backcountry users and day visitors.

Reservations for Bird Lake and Tulabi Falls campgrounds have been cancelled up to June 19. This closure may be extended, depending on how the situation evolves. Campgrounds at Black Lake and Beresford Lake will remain closed for the remainder of the season, along with Shoe Lake and all water routes in the park. Manitobans who were planning backcountry trips in Nopiming this summer should make alternate plans.

Northern Park Closures: Due to numerous out-of-control wildfires in the region, the following provincial parks are closed to all park users including permanent residents, cottagers, commercial operators, seasonal and nightly campers, backcountry users and day visitors:

Campsite reservations for Bakers Narrows and Wekusko Falls have been cancelled until June 19.  These closures may be extended, depending on how the situation evolves. The Parks Reservation Service is contacting affected campers by email.

Additional Information:
Park closures and evacuations are a protective measure to safeguard lives and reduce harm when a wildfire poses a significant threat. Any opportunities to reopen provincial parks will depend on daily analysis of fire behaviour, suppression efforts, environmental and weather conditions, expert judgement and real-time conditions.

Manitoba Parks recognizes many Manitobans are eager to return to areas that remain closed, but public safety remains the top priority. Restrictions and closures remain in place for everyone’s safety and allow fire crews and emergency responders space to do their work. Manitoba Parks asks for everyone’s patience and co-operation as this situation continues to unfold.

Manitoba Parks thanks the Manitoba Wildfire Service, partner agencies and assistance from across Canada for their work protecting our parks. 

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