Manitoba isn’t called the Land of 100,000 Lakes for nothing. With over 100 species of fish swimming through its rivers, lakes, and hidden bays, this province is one of the most underrated fishing destinations in Canada. Whether you’re after trophy walleye, scrappy smallmouth bass, or a giant channel catfish, there’s a spot here with your name on it.

—– Manitoba is home to one of the most diverse and underrated stretches of the longest recreational trail network in the world. The Trans-Canada Trail — also known as The Great Trail — winds over 1,200 kilometres across the southern half of the province, passing through boreal forests, river valleys, prairies, provincial parks, and small… Read more: Hiking the Trans-Canada Trail in Manitoba – What you need to know

*By Outdoor Manitoba | Last Updated: June 2026* The best fishing gear Manitoba anglers need starts with understanding what makes this province unlike anywhere else in Canada. Manitoba is home to over 100,000 lakes, world-class walleye, trophy northern pike, lake trout, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, and one of the best ice fishing scenes in the… Read more: Best Fishing Gear for Manitoba (2026 Complete Guide)