Policies
No ATV’s in the park.
Park Info
- Season:
- May 1 - Sept 30
- Park Entry:
- $5 per vehicle per day or Regional Park Season Sticker
- Payment Information:
- Cash, Cheque, Interac, Visa and MasterCard and e-transers accepted.
- GPS:
- 52.79771 -109.78466
Park Description
Big Manitou Regional Park is a very quiet park in a natural prairie valley setting. It has all the comforts of the big parks with fewer people. We are an alkaline lake which is perfect for kayaking, swimming, sail boating and boating of all kinds. We have a nine-hole grass green golf course, horseshoe pits and ball diamonds for those that want some activity. For anyone who enjoys bird watching this is the perfect setting.
Local Services
In the nearby village of Marsden on Highway 40 there is a hotel, cafe and convenience/liquor store. There is gas, groceries and a medical centre in the village of Neilburg, 12km east on highway 40.
Park/Area History
For the past 100 years this lake and park was used as a community park. In 2019 we were given full park status and are now called Big Manitou Regional Park.
Local Attractions
Manitou Lake is a very large alkali lake that is great for boating There are no fish. The south half of the lake is surrounded by the Manitou Sandhills. These hills are in 100sq. Km of grazing reserve, that is great for hiking or exploring.
Driving Directions
1km east of Marsden on highway 40, follow signs 6km south to the park.
Camping Fees
(prices subject to change without notice)
| Description | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 30/15 Amp | Daily | $30.00 |
| 30/15 Amp | Weekly | $180.00 |
| Non Powered | Daily | $15.00 |
| Non Powered | Weekly | $75.00 |
| Kitchen Rental | Daily | $50.00 |
Golfing Fees
(prices subject to change without notice)
| Description | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Holes | Per Round | $15.00 |
| Cart Rental | Per Round | $15.00 |
- Ball Diamonds
- Camp Kitchen / Picnic Shelter
- Camping Seasonal
- Golf Course Club House (No Food Service)
- Horseshoe Pits
- Playground
- Showers
- Wildlife Viewing
- Beach Area
- Camping (Electricity and Water)
- Fire Wood
- Group Camping with Hall and/or Kitchen
- Museum and/or Historical Site
- Quiet Time Enforced
- Swimming Area
- Boat Launch
- Camping (Non-Electrical)
- Golf Course 9 Hole Grass Greens
- Hall and/or Shelter Rental
- Picnic Tables
- Sewer Dump Station
- Washrooms (Modern / Running Water)
Camping
We have 35 campsites. Of these 18 are 30 amp, 3 are 15 amp and 15 are non powered. The non powered sites are spread throughout a forested area for maximum privacy, with a toilet and water available We have washrooms with showers, an outdoor kitchen and a very comfortable indoor kitchen/ hall that can be rented for family activities. We also offer group camping in both electric and non electric areas. We also provide an RV dump station.
Group Camping
We have a large open area with water and portable toilets for group camping. Non powered sites surround a large open area.
Golf
We have an established 9-hole grass greens course. Fees are currently $15 per round with a $15 cart rental.
Swimming
We have an unsupervised sandy beach, with picnic tables and small play area. There is a change house and toilet available.
Playground/Recreational Activities
We have a small playground in the day use area. We also have a pair of horse shoe pits and three grass ball diamonds one large sand diamond.
Boating
Because of fluctuating water levels boats are Launched from beach area.
Hiking/Nature Trails
We have no groomed trails but there are road trails through the bush that are very walkable.