The most complete marketplace for Manitoba lodge and resort properties — drive-in fishing lodges, hunting lodges, wilderness resorts, fly-in operations, and RV parks across Northern Manitoba, the Interlake, Parkland, and Riding Mountain country. Active listings from private sellers and licensed real estate agents.
Manitoba Lodge & Resort Market
Manitoba has a hunting and fishing industry that most people outside the province don't fully appreciate. In 2019, approximately 245,000 hunters and anglers spent nearly $480 million in the province — and that figure excludes capital spending on boats, ATVs, and gear, and excludes the spending of lodges and outfitters themselves on payroll, fuel, and supplies. The industry supports over 5,500 jobs and generates roughly $96 million in provincial tax revenue annually. There are 365 licensed lodges, outfitters, and guides operating across the province — a number that grew 40% between 2010 and 2019.
The Manitoba market has one structural characteristic that distinguishes it sharply from BC or Northwestern Ontario: 97% of hunting and fishing trips are drive-to. Only 3% involve fly-in access. That matters enormously for lodge buyers and sellers. A drive-in Manitoba lodge faces a fundamentally different financing environment, buyer pool, and operating model than a remote fly-in operation. Lenders understand drive-in road-accessible hospitality properties. The buyer doesn't need to manage a float plane or charter contracts. And the guest market is broader — approximately 78% of Manitoba hunters and anglers are Manitobans themselves, with the remaining 22% split between American visitors and other Canadians.
American guests are a meaningful and growing segment, particularly for premium walleye and ice fishing experiences. Manitoba's walleye fishery — Lake Winnipeg, Lake Winnipegosis, Lake Manitoba, Cedar Lake, and hundreds of northern lakes — rivals any walleye destination on the continent. The province's northern pike, whitefish, and sauger fisheries are equally underrated. On the hunting side, Manitoba holds some of the most productive white-tailed deer, elk, moose, and waterfowl habitat in Canada. Many Manitoba operations generate revenue from both fishing and hunting seasons, a two-season model that meaningfully reduces the single-activity revenue risk common in single-season fishing camp operations.
The properties listed on this page represent the active Manitoba inventory. Listings are accepted from both private sellers and licensed real estate agents. See the selling options page for current listing tiers and fees.
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Northern MBDrive-InEstablished resort operation inside Clearwater Lake Provincial Park — one of Manitoba's clearest and most productive lake trout and walleye fisheries. A protected park setting provides a competitive moat that new operators simply cannot replicate.
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Parkland MBDrive-InA once in a lifetime opportunity to own a spectacular multi-storey, custom built log home – this 3,748 sq ft home boasts so many features! Constructed of 7 types of wood, mostly sourced from Manitoba, your guided tour awaits!
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ManitobaDrive-InFull-service lakeside hotel approximately 90 minutes from Winnipeg. Road-accessible with institutional quality infrastructure and established operational history. The drive from Winnipeg makes this one of Manitoba's most accessible hospitality assets for a broad buyer pool.
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Eastern MBFly-InCrown Land; PRIVATE ISLAND accessible only by air out of Riverton MB! Tourist Camp/Lodge. “Taxes are the Permit Renewal Fee” Bennett Lake Lodge & Outpost is for Sale! Located in Northeastern Manitoba near Poplar River. Fly-In Only. More Information & Photos to Come!
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NW ManitobaDrive-InSouth Shore Lodge is a hunting and fishing outfitter with over 35 years of established operations in Manitoba’s premier Winnipegosis region. This family-operated business delivers diverse year-round revenue through guided big game hunts (black bear, whitetail deer, gray wolf), world-class waterfowl hunting, exceptional walleye fishing, and adventure tourism (snowmobiling, ATV trips, watersports).
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Northern MBDrive-InEscape to the breathtaking wilderness of Northern Manitoba with an incredible opportunity to own this renowned Fishing & Hunting Lodge. Nestled amidst the tranquil beauty of Wekusko Falls, this extraordinary lodge presents a once-in-a-lifetime chance to immerse yourself in a thriving hospitality business while embracing the serenity of the great outdoors.
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Northern MBFly-InRemote fly-in lodge on South Knife Lake in Northern Manitoba's boreal wilderness — genuine backcountry isolation with an established operational base. South Knife Lake sits in the Hudson Bay Lowlands, one of the most ecologically intact wilderness regions in North America. Priced in USD.
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NW ManitobaFly-InMain lodge plus fly-in outpost camp system in Northwest Manitoba — a turnkey fly-in fishing business with established outpost infrastructure. Outpost camp systems allow an operator to serve multiple lakes simultaneously, extending revenue capacity well beyond what the main lodge alone can generate.
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Manitoba Lodge & Resort Owners · Private Sellers · Licensed Agents
Frontier Hospitality Advisor reaches 3,200+ newsletter subscribers and tens of thousands more through search — buyers and investors actively looking for Manitoba fishing lodges, hunting lodges, fly-in operations, and wilderness resorts. Private sellers and licensed real estate agents are both welcome. Three listing tiers from a flat-fee marketplace listing to a full FSBO Advisory Package anchored by an AACI appraisal.
Manitoba Market Intelligence · Industry Data & Transaction Context
Manitoba's hunting and fishing industry data comes from a 2019 provincial economic impact study commissioned by Travel Manitoba — one of the most detailed provincial assessments of lodge and outfitter economics produced in Canada.
The Manitoba lodge market is structurally different from BC or Ontario in ways that matter to buyers, sellers, and appraisers. The dominant access mode is drive-in — 97% of Manitoba hunting and fishing trips are road-accessible. That creates a broader financing environment and a wider buyer pool than you find in predominantly fly-in markets. A Manitoba drive-in resort is eligible for conventional commercial mortgage financing in ways that a Northern Ontario or BC fly-in camp is often not.
The buyer profile here skews toward Manitobans and American visitors who understand the fishery. Manitoba anglers are a loyal and satisfied customer base — survey data shows that 86% of anglers and 88% of hunters rate their Manitoba experience as satisfactory or better. American anglers are particularly enthusiastic: they consistently describe Manitoba fishing as exceptional, and they come back. That repeat guest dynamic is the same value driver you see in mature Ontario lodge markets, and it means established Manitoba operations with documented repeat clientele carry meaningful intangible value.
Ice fishing is a legitimate and growing revenue source for Manitoba lodge operators. The province's marketing of world-class ice fishing experiences — particularly on Lake Winnipeg, Lake Winnipegosis, and Dauphin Lake — has extended what was once a purely summer business into a year-round operation for some properties. A lodge that generates revenue from open-water walleye fishing, fall hunting, and winter ice fishing has a materially lower revenue risk profile than a pure-summer operation. When appraising or pricing Manitoba lodges, that multi-season revenue stream needs to be captured and weighted appropriately.
Excludes capital spending on boats, ATVs, and equipment, and excludes lodge and outfitter business spending — the true economic footprint is larger.
The sector grew significantly over the 2010–2019 period, driven by increased fishing licence sales and ice fishing demand from a younger 18–34 cohort.
Only 3% of Manitoba hunting and fishing trips involve fly-in access. Drive-in dominance broadens the buyer pool and financing eligibility compared to fly-in markets.
78% of Manitoba hunters and anglers are local. The 22% visitor segment — predominantly American — skews toward premium experiences and repeat visits.
Income tax and PST combined, from 245,000 hunters and anglers. The industry's government revenue contribution is a strong indicator of its economic durability.
Manitoba's Lodge & Resort Regions
Manitoba's lodge market spans five distinct geographies — each with its own fishery, tenure framework, buyer profile, and operating season.
Northern Manitoba
Snow Lake, The Pas & Churchill
The most remote lodge territory in the province. Snow Lake, Wekusko Lake, and the God's Lake area hold pristine walleye, northern pike, and lake trout fisheries with minimal angling pressure. Operations here are predominantly fly-in or boat-in. Clearwater Lake Provincial Park near The Pas is a protected fishery with exceptional water clarity.
Northwest Manitoba
Swan River & Winnipegosis
Duck Mountain Provincial Park, Swan River Valley, and the Winnipegosis corridor produce strong mixed-use operations combining fishing and hunting. Lake Winnipegosis — Manitoba's third-largest lake — holds some of the province's best drive-accessible walleye and pike fishing. Hunting pressure for whitetail, elk, and moose makes two-season operations viable here.
Interlake
Lake Winnipeg & Lake Manitoba
The Interlake sits between Lake Winnipeg and Lake Manitoba — two of the largest lakes in Canada. Lake Winnipeg is the world's tenth-largest freshwater lake by surface area and one of North America's premier walleye fisheries. Drive-in access is universal in this region, making properties here among the most broadly financeable in the province.
Parkland & Central
Riding Mountain & Dauphin
Riding Mountain National Park anchors this region — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with exceptional wildlife viewing and a growing four-season tourism profile. Properties near the park benefit from proximity to a protected ecosystem and the Winnipeg day-trip market. Duck Mountain to the north adds hunting dimension.
Eastern Manitoba
Whiteshell & Lac du Bonnet
Whiteshell Provincial Park and the Lac du Bonnet corridor serve Manitoba's largest domestic feeder market — Winnipeg, 90–120 minutes away. Resort properties here attract four-season use and strong weekend demand. Smallmouth bass, walleye, and perch dominate the fishery. Bennett Lake and surrounding waters produce consistent results for repeat guests.
Manitoba-Specific · Due Diligence Essentials
Most Manitoba lodge and outpost operations — particularly in Northern and Northwestern Manitoba — sit on Crown land administered by Manitoba Crown Lands (part of Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development). Understanding the tenure type is one of the most important steps in any Manitoba lodge transaction.
Freehold (Deeded) Land
Outright land ownership — the strongest tenure type and most straightforward for conventional financing. More common among road-accessible properties in the Interlake, Parkland, and Eastern Manitoba regions. The Bennett Lake private island listing is an example of a deeded island property — freehold ownership eliminates Crown renewal risk entirely.
Crown Lease
A time-limited agreement granting the right to occupy and use Crown land for a specified purpose. More common in Northern and Northwestern Manitoba. Review the term, renewal history, and conditions carefully. Some Manitoba Crown leases include restrictions on expansion or change of use that directly affect business value.
Licence of Occupation (LOC)
A shorter-term, less formal Crown land occupancy agreement — common for remote Manitoba outpost camps and some northern lodge operations. LOCs carry renewal risk and generally restrict a lender's ability to take security against the land itself. Always have a Manitoba solicitor with Crown land experience review any LOC before closing.
Clearwater Lake Provincial Park Lease
A specific tenure category unique to provincial park operations in Manitoba. Lockhart's Landing Lodge operates under a park lease inside Clearwater Lake Provincial Park. Park leases are granted by Manitoba Parks and come with specific use conditions, renewal mechanisms, and restrictions. Park-leased operations have a protected competitive position — no new competing lodges can be established within the park boundary.
In addition to land tenure, Manitoba outfitter operations require a valid Outfitter's Licence under the Manitoba Wildlife Act — issued by Manitoba Conservation and Climate. Confirm licence status, validity, and transferability as part of any purchase due diligence. Hunting operations may also hold guide licences and species-specific allocations that require separate confirmation. Always retain a Manitoba solicitor with Crown land and natural resource experience.
Additional Services from Frontier Hospitality Advisor
AACI-certified going-concern and insurance replacement cost appraisals for Manitoba fishing lodges, wilderness resorts, and RV Park operations — performed under CUSPAP standards.
Three-tier seller service offering — from a flat-fee marketplace listing to a comprehensive FSBO Advisory Package anchored by an AACI appraisal.
Manitoba-Specific · Frequently Asked Questions