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Birds Hill Campground

birds hill

Manitoba Parks
Manitoba · reservable

what to expect

This park's rolling hills and deep ridges are all that remain of the glaciers that once covered this area. Despite being a mere 20 minutes away from Winnipeg, the aspen and oak parkland and native prairie provide an ideal habitat for wildlife like deer, waterfowl, and songbirds. In addition to being a natural habitat for wildlife, Birds Hill is a natural gathering place for people. It is home to one of North America's largest folk music events, the Winnipeg Folk Festival, as well as to a range of other year-round recreational activities and sporting events. Paved and natural surface trails enable cyclists, rollerblade enthusiasts, hikers, and cross-country skiers to weave their way through the park. A man-made lake and beach provide for excellent swimming and sun tanning. Birds Hill Campgr…

the basics

drive from edmonton
16.1h · 1206 km
drive from calgary
16.2h · 1218 km
drive from vancouver
25.1h · 1881 km

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what to know

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.

what to bring

this list adapts to birds hill. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about birds hill

how far is birds hill from edmonton?
Birds Hill Campground is 1206 km from Edmonton — approximately a 16.1-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at birds hill?
Yes. Birds Hill Campground is operated by Manitoba Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at birds hill?
Peak season at Birds Hill Campground aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of birds hill.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from manitoba parks + open sources

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