All three trail systems feature backcountry campsites, which consist of a tenting area, picnic tables, fire pits and emergency shelters. Backcountry travel permits are required for overnight use. Contact the Carberry district office at 204-834-8800.

There are additional trails available year-round in Spruce Woods. For more information, pick up an Interpretive Park Map at the Kiche Manitou Campground Office or the Spruce Woods Park Centre.

In case of emergency call 9-1-1

Report Wildfires - Turn in Poachers 1-800-782-0076

Cell service is limited – emergency phones are located at the Epinette Creek staging area and the Kiche Manitou Campground.

Want to know more about the natural, cultural and historical features of Spruce Woods? Take in an interpretive event or explore the interpretive exhibits and workshop at the Park Centre, located in the Kiche Manitou Day-use Area.

For more information: Spruce Woods Park Interpreter 204-827-8850 ParkInterpretation@gov.mb.ca

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Spruce Woods

Spruce Woods Provincial Park is a unique mixture of natural contrasts and wondrous adventures. Explore sand dunes shifting on the whim of the wind, listen to the quiet voices of mixed-grass prairie and linger at the striking views of remnant boreal forest.

The best way to truly experience Spruce Woods is to venture out onto one of the backcountry trails. Three trail systems allow you to explore the park in all four seasons of the year. Plan a day trip on a shorter trail, or an overnight adventure on a longer route.

Trails will take you over varying terrain following the Epinette Creek, through wooded areas and ravines, sandy hills and mixed-grass prairie. These routes are named after local conifers – spruce, juniper and tamarack. The Newfoundland Route which will take you to the Jackfish Lake Cabin is named after the Newfoundland Ravine, found in the area. The Jackfish Cabin can be reserved for overnight use during the winter season. Contact the Carberry District Office at 204-834-8800.

Seton trails is named after Ernest Thompson Seton, a well renowned naturalist, artist and father of the Woodcraft League and in turn the Boy Scouts. The Seton trails consist of four routes which feature steep inclines and sand hills, named after some of Seton’s artworks and stories – Snowy Owl, Chaska, Sleeping Wolf and Sandhill Stag. The steep inclines and sandy hills of these routes will challenge even the most experienced skiers, hikers and bicyclists.

Yellow Quill trails are named after a well renowned First Nations chief. Yellow Quill was a chief of a band of Saulteaux peoples in the late 1800s. The routes are named after local first peoples – Ojibwa, Cree and Assiniboine. These trails are perfect for beginner and experienced skiers and hikers.

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Snowy Owl 2.9 km

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Juniper 2.2 km

Assiniboine 5.8 km

Spruce3.5 km

Tamarack 10.5 km

Newfoundland 24.3 km

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Trail TipsThe backcountry trails vary in difficulty and in length. To make the most of your backcountry excursion, consider the following suggestions:

•BeBearSmart.•Selectatraillengththatisappropriatefor

all members of your group. Allow time for observation and rest breaks.

•Besuretoalwaysdressappropriately for the weather and activity.

•Bewareofpoisonivy–stayonthedesignatedtrail.• Letsomeoneknowyourintendedroute

and when you plan to return.

Trail RulesPlease observe and follow these rules in order to protect this unique and fragile landscape, which will ensure that your actions do not spoil the experience of others that follow.

•Stayonthedesignatedhikingtrails. These trails are designated for multiple uses. Respect others whom you encounter along the trails and familiarize yourself with the designated trail activities for your route. In the fall, hunters may be encountered traveling along trails. No loaded firearms or discharge of firearms is permitted within 300 metres of designated trails and campsites.

•Petsmustbeonaleashatalltimes.Dogsare not permitted on groomed ski tracks in the winter. Skijoring is permitted only on the Yellow Quill trails.

•Horse,ATVandsnowmobileridingarenotpermitted.

•Openfiresareprohibited.Pleasekeepallfires in provided fire pits.

•Doyoursharetoprotectourparkresources– take only pictures, leave only footprints. Please pack out litter.

Backcountry travel permits are required for overnight use.

Contact the Carberry District Office at 204-834-8800.