Central Plains at a Glance
Experience the beauty and serenity of the prairies in Manitoba's Central
Plains, located west of Winnipeg.
The Central Plains region offers a variety of outdoor adventure and natural attractions.
Snowmobiling and cross-county skiing are enjoyed at the Bacon
Ridge Ecological Reserve and at parks including the popular recreation spot,
Island
Park. St.
Ambroise Beach Provincial Park allows visitors to enjoy camping, picnicking,
hiking and nature watching. Learn about the history of early settlers and pioneers
at the Manitoba
Agricultural Museum in Austin
and at the Fort
la Reine Museum and Pioneer Village in the major city of Portage
la Prairie. Discover the stories of historic villages and communities such
as St.
Francois Xavier, dating back to 1823 where a Metis settlement was established.
Journey across the Central Plains region and admire the scenic setting while delving
into memories of a prairie town.
WELCOME TO Central Plains!
