25+ Photos Guaranteed to Inspire a Manitoba Road Trip
When I talked to friends, strangers and fellow adventurers about my plans to visit Manitoba, there was a unified response – why Manitoba? My first reason was that it was a province I hadn’t visited yet and seemed like the next best destination to conquer my goal of visiting every province and territory in Canada. I was also fuelled by all of the amazing adventures I had found while researching my epic Canada bucket list. With lots of ground to cover, it only made sense to hop in a car for a Manitoba road trip!
As soon as I grabbed the rental car, we couldn’t hit the road fast enough. Check out my road trip post to see just how much we jammed into a week. Curiosity fuelled me as I couldn’t wait to see the Prarie landscapes. And I have to say, they surely didn’t disappoint! The province is so much more than just Winnipeg and I HIGHLY recommend planning a road trip in Manitoba. While I only covered the southern half, I already can’t wait to return and head north.
Don’t believe me? I think the following photos will make you change your mind! The majority of these were taken from the car and the ones that weren’t were taken just a short walk from the car. It’s amazing how much the scenery can vary from east to west. Or in my case, west to east… because I like to do things backwards. Enough babble, take a look at these snippets from my week-long road trip across Manitoba!
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So, when are you going to plan your Manitoba road trip? Check out my adventure where I share all about my route and the hot spots you should check out while exploring Canada’s 8th largest province.
Disclaimer
A huge thank you to Travel Manitoba for helping me with this epic road trip! While the rental car cost was covered by them, all reviews, photos and opinions are my own – as always!
Lauren
In that second to last one…is that a hint of the northern lights? Oh my goodness, I’m in love with all of these pics. I’ve always wanted to go to Manitoba, too, and your photos reaffirmed that!
Lindz author
It sure is! Unfortunately the clouds didn’t lift so we couldn’t get a full view, but I’ll take a taste over nothing!! If you ever need a travel buddy… 😉
Deb
Exceptional photos, Lindsay! You did a fantastic job of capturing the magic of Manitoba. 🙂
Lindz author
I’m so glad you think so Deb! And thank you for your suggestions while planning my trip! It was definitely a jam-packed one haha 😊
Hayley Hornberg
My husband and I LOVE a good road trip…just might have to add this to the list 🙂 You have a great eye too!
Lindz author
Aww thanks Hayley! I’d say Manitoba is a great road trip to do – I think you’d enjoy it! You can easily extend it across the Prairies into Saskatchewan as well… or even into Northern Ontario!
Ruth
Can this place get any better! My goodness, so much beauty in there! Will like to road trip around. Want to read more of your trip! #feetdotravel
Lindz author
Aww thanks Ruth! I’ll be sure to share when I post more about the actual trip itself – I just couldn’t resist posting all these photos first!
Nadeen
Wow!! Gorgeous pics! Like your friends I had not heard of this area. But I have heard of Winnipeg and want to explore more of Canada so thank you for this introduction!
Lindz author
You’re very welcome! I’m so glad you want to explore more of Canada – it’s definitely a beautiful country with lots to see!
Danielle
Beautiful pictures, a road trip along there would be so much fun! I’ll definitely be reading your post about the route you took!
Lindz author
Thanks so much! It’ll be coming soon so stay tuned! 😊
Michael
To be honest I didn’t even know where Manitoba was until I googled it. But I’ve now added it to my list of places to go! Is that the northern lights going on behind the clouds in the second to last photo?
Lindz author
I’m so glad to hear that – one of the reasons I love blogging! 😊 And yes! Unfortunately clouds rolled in so we didn’t get the full effect but I’ll take a glimpse over nothing!
Karolina
This is an amazingly blissful place! Just looking at your gorgeous pictures calmed me down 😀 Thanks! 🙂
Lindz author
Glad you enjoyed! 😊
Kate
Your photos are simply incredible! And, who wouldn’t want to see buffalo freely roaming?! This looks like an area chocked full of natural beauty!
Lindz author
It sure is! Manitoba is a severely underrated destination 😊
Shona
Well, you’ve convinced me. Your photos are beautiful. I’m grateful for the time and effort you put into them.
Lindz author
Glad to hear it!
Lexx
Fantastic photos and definitely plenty of reasons to visit Manitoba right there! I really need to explore Canada more and savour all the stunning locations there. Thanks for sharing
Lindz author
One of the reasons I love my country so much! Hope you can make it back to explore more of Canada soon 😊
Tracy
I love Canada but have yet to explore Manitoba! It looks amazing and I can’t wait to get there to see it for real one day!
Carmen Baguio
We love a good road trip. In fact, we’re heading on another road trip tomorrow. Manitoba looks like our kind of destination, lots of varying landscapes and beautiful vistas!
Sanna
Such beautiful pictures….did remind me of my native Finland though 😉 Hence doesn’t make me want to see Manitoba as it’s too homely but I can appreciate the beauty of your photography 🙂
Kate and Kris
I’ve never even heard of it so thanks for sharing. So flat…..love the wildlife. Amazing to see bison in the road (are they bison?)
Tatiana Santos
Great pictures! Manitoba is the only province in Canada I visited so far but I fell in love with it.
I had the chance to stay in a small city south Manitoba and it hooked me. Morden has only 9,000 people but is a very charming place to visit.
Don’t underestimate Manitoba! I was so in love that even created a blog about the region.
Can’t wait to explore it further more!
Lindz author
I hope you’re able to explore more of Canada soon, it truly is a beautiful country and I’m so lucky to call it home!
I didn’t have a chance to visit Morden but I’ll add it to my list when I do. Thank you so much for your comment and I’m glad I could do the province justice! 😀
Christie
Thank you for highlighting all the awesome things to do in Manitoba. I no longer live in Manitoba, so seeing your photos brought back some great memories!
Lindz author
Awww you’re so very welcome, Christie! I hope I could do the province justice! I can’t wait to return again one day soon. I know there’s still so much to see and explore! 🙂