Big Whiteshell Lodge

Worth the drive, amazing scenery / wildlife all the way up to the camp. The owner is extremely accommodating for the season. (Winter before ice is fully frozen) I have stayed in many cabins over the years while we work on projects and by far BWL wins by leaps and bounds. Diesel is on site , gasoline is on site and the prices in the store for food and supplies are very fair. The cabins are perfect and roomy , the views of the lake are unbelievable. I am excited to come back for relax time in the very near future.

My hubby and I try to plan a yearly get away to decompress, relax and hike. The past few years we have chosen Big Whiteshell Lodge as our go to place. This year we were so happy to get our favourite cabin in the Whiteshell (#9) back after being under Reno for past few seasons due to flooding and high water. This cabin is built right over the water! ||We were so sad to see it damaged during a bad spring but the new reno is a positive result! It’s been updated with new floors, cabinetry and ceiling. I didn’t mind the rustic vibe before but this makes the experience even more enjoyable! There’s a private firepit area and picnic table on some rocks nearby where you can hear loons and other wildlife. The dock for crowduck lake fishing lodge is nearby so be prepared to see happy boatloads of fisherman being ferried to and fro. Internet is limited in the cabin but you can get good wifi up at the lodge/store. The trailhead to north mantario is nearby so a good place to end or begin a trip like that. Other nice hiking trails in the area are meditation lake and big Whiteshell lake trails (both pretty short but some uphills on the Bwl trail), cabin lake (def a longer more challenging trail). We love how the lodge is centrally located and not far from pine point rapids (another fav). The owner Garry is an amazing down to earth guy and all the staff we met were very friendly and helpful. We stayed in the past under different owners and it’s incredible what the new owner has done to build this into a destination lodge. The store is well stocked with liquor and many groceries! This was a bonus. We needed cheese, eggs and there was also some meat and lots of dry goods et . There’s a restaurant, a lounge, a patio deck and live music in summer. Sadly we were too late in season for that. Anyway, really enjoyed our stay and plan to return next year!

Rejoining life after you’ve lost a partner, your childhood sweetheart, due to death can feel overwhelming and scary. To no longer have your co-pilot in life walking beside you, offering up that unspoken support and confidence, is something only others in a similar situation can truly understand. |I was recently asked to assist my daughter and her friend, who were tackling the Mantario Trail, to be their driver. Because of the uncertainty as to when they would arrive at the North Trailhead, I pulled up my big girl britches and decided to rent the quaint studio cabin #7 at the Big Whiteshell Lodge. I have NEVER done this in all of my 61 plus years of living!|As I checked in and gently told my story to Gary, one of the beautiful owners of this Lodge, he immediately and without hesitation, gifted me with a massive upgrade at no extra charge, to cabin #3. Number three is a remarkable and cozy two-bedroom cabin right on the water. This cabin had a view my heart needed more than I knew. The tears flowed from the depths of my soul and as Gary came from behind the desk to give me a heartfelt hug, he whispered, “Have a wonderful time.”|Gary’s gifts continued as he also waived the usual check-out time of 11:00 am and told me that I was welcome to stay as long as was necessary to meet-up with my hikers.|I sat on that glorious balcony until Mother Nature shut off her lights. I enjoyed the smells and sounds coming from a neighbouring fire along with the sounds of the loons. I revelled in my courage, chanted over and over again the gratitude I was experiencing to have been blessed by Gary’s authenticity of loving human nature and kindness. |I healed on many levels during that overnight stay. More than I knew I needed to.|Bless your heart Gary for gifting me the opportunity to heal in ways I never even realized I needed to and assisting me with a beautiful ending to my courageous story. I will find my way back to Big Whiteshell Lodge one day, to your spot of heaven on earth. I appreciate you and thank you for being you.

Had a great time riding, excellent service and awesome riding recommendations. Great amount of snow this year had a blast!

We had an excellent stay in cabin #6. Gary was super helpful with info around the area and mentioned a great look-out point right on the property. The store had several items we did not bring, like condiments, napkins and an extra pair of gloves. The waterfront view is so pretty and lots of birds to watch. We went hiking all around the Whiteshell and were not disappointed with the sights and beautiful nature spots to see. Anything we needed help with was looked after when requested. A very enjoyable 3 nights!

This place has so much to offer! Canoe, kayak, paddle boats included. Motor boats available to rent. Beach, swimming, and boat launch all right by the lodge! Sat night bands and food at the lodge. Hiking and jumping rock a short drive away. Clean, modern cabins. Loved this place!

We were staying at the campground for a few days this July, and we made the trip over to the lodge everyday... The staff were excellent to talk to, and at answering questions. They had some groceries, Milk, chips, ketchup, drinks etc. and they make food too, so you can get a pizza, or chicken fingers etc. We went there Saturday night for their fish fry and really enjoyed the meal and eating outside looking at the lake. I would definitely recommend popping in here. Also great place to get a good size bag of firewood.

Host Gary was welcoming and awesome as were his staff. Fabulous view from deck, from sunrise in morning to sunset at night! Cabin #6 was spacious, beds comfortable and amenities great. Stopped for an afternoon drink and snack at bar. Checked out several great hiking trails and fishing spots. First Jack of the season for us! We're not crowd people, so this early season getaway was perfect! Joan C & Ken N