The Crocus Trail measures 136 km / 85 miles and runs from the Saskatchewan border to Russell. This Manitoba section of the Trans Canada Trail begins at Madge Lake, near the Saskatchewan border and runs south through the Duck Mountain Provincial Forest to the Village of San Clara and on to Roblin. From there the route heads south to the Asessippi Provincial Park, then east through Bear Creek and then to Inglis and south to Russell.
The Crocus trail offers unlimited opportunities for nature lovers, artists, historians, photographers, cyclists and explorers. Our trails are as varied as the multicultural makeup of our region.
In the Duck Mountains there are over twenty-five bird species that use tree cavities for homes. Some of these birds include downy and pileated woodpeckers, boreal and barred owls, American kestrel, mountain bluebird, black-capped chickadee and even goldeneye ducks. Flying squirrels and several bat species use the cavities for shelter as well. Also watch for deer, moose, elk, bears and wolves in the Duck Mountains.
This trail is a great for biking, walking, hiking, skiing and horseback riding adventures.
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Adventures / Events
Experience a new adventure on the Crocus trail!
Whether you choose to spend an afternoon exploring nature and getting some exercise, or a cycling trip following the Trans Canada Trail, this site will serve to assist you in organizing your outing.
There are many impressive attractions along the trail: two provincial parks; the Inglis Elevators, a national historic site; Skinner's Arboretum, the Lake of the Prairies; a number of historic schools and churches; Goose Lake in the Town of Roblin; Golf Courses in both Roblin and Russell and the Asessippi Ski Area & Winter Park.
All of these Trail Adventures are guaranteed to give you a new appreciation of magnificent trails network of trails and pathways in our region.
Experience a new adventure on the Crocus trail!
Crocus Maps
Location
of the Crocus trail in Manitoba
Overview of the Crocus trail
Download a map of the Crocus trail
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Links
Organizations and partners are promoting the use and development of recreational trails for the benefit and enjoyment of all Manitobans and visitors to our province.
- Roblin Manitoba
Accommodation / Amenities
Roblin
Accommodations:
• Roblin Motor Inn
• Harvest Moon Inn
• Greenaway House Bed & Breakfast
• Stay Easy
• Wild Berry Lane Bed & Breakfast
( Box 854 Roblin MB R0L 1P0 937-8016)
Camping:
• Goose Lake Campground
Tummel
Accommodations:
• Tummel House
Lake of the Prairies
Accommodations:
• Prairie Lake Lodge
Camping:
• Asessippi Provincial Park Campground
Inglis
Accommodations:
• Asessippi Bed & Breakfast
• Bear Creek Bed & Breakfast
• HillTop Haven
• Inglis Cozy Cottage
• Inglis Family Inn
• Inglis Hotel
• Little Village Inn Guest House
• Railside Inn
Russell
Accommodations:
• Asessippi Inn
• The Russell Inn
• Jolly Lodger Motel
Camping:
• Russell Peace Park
Trail Stewards
Local community groups become ‘stewards’ or ‘caretakers’ of sections of trail and parks in their neighbourhoods. These stewardship groups are the lifeblood of the Trans Canada Trail System. They work in partnership with the municipalities to oversee trail and habitat development, maintenance and educational opportunities.
Contact Us
Deb Wilson - 204-937-6273
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