Whether you are looking for adventure, relaxation, or somewhere in-between, there is something here for everyone.
Pelican Lake is the largest body of water in southern Manitoba - 14 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. A wide variety of activities are available to keep outdoor enthusiasts busy all year round.
During the warmer months, these include hunting, boating, fishing, swimming, water-skiing, sailing, golfing, bird watching, kayaking and much more. The beautiful valley is full of scenery, wildflowers, and wildlife. The lake hosts the annual Pelican Lake Yacht Club Regatta.
We’re proud to be located on the edge of one of the most scenic golf courses in Manitoba. Family owned and operated; Pleasant Valley Golf Course has 18 Holes, a licensed clubhouse & restaurant. Open May through October.
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During the winter, ice-fishing, x-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling are common. The annual Pelican Lake Ice Fishing Derby is held the first Saturday of March and just up the hill from the canopies is the “Christmas Tree Trail’ at Hidden Valley RV Park, open Dec - Mar! There is also an outdoor skating rink in front of the Pelican Lake Lounge & Restaurant in Ninette.
Click here for Snoman Map: Snoman Trail Map (evtrails.com)
While we certainly hope that you are blessed with sunny days during your stay at Moonlit Canopy, we want you to know that cold or rainy days have their special charm. Spend the day exploring Pelican Lake where you can meet fellow cottagers, enjoy a meal or just a “brew” at a local pub or restaurant.
Cool days are also the perfect time to curl up in bed with a good book, play classic board games, a game of cards and listen to a vinyl record (included with your stay).
The Local Area.
Killarney is a beautiful town with a beach, splash park, 18 hole golf course, recreational centre with bowling alley, ice rink and curling rink, and a very well equipped gym. Killarney lake is popular in summer, but also in winter for ice fishing, curling, hockey, etc. The Mary Ann Moore Wellness Center in Killarney offers a Spa and an indoor swimming pool.
A popular summertime attraction is the Shamrock Drive Inn. One of the few remaining Movie Theatre’s that is located just south of town and open seasonally from Spring through Fall.
There are also beautiful nature trails situated around Killarney that you can enjoy with a leisurely stroll. There are great places to visit in the summer including The Beach Hut, which serves ice cream and fast food. There are also various other restaurants in town from The Blarney Stone, Kelby's and more.
Medical facilities easily accessible with emergency services 24/7.
Glenboro is a small community situated at the junctions of Highways #2 and #5. The town's most obvious attraction, Sara the Camel is emblematic of the Spirit Sands (commonly referred to as the Manitoba Desert) located just six miles north in nearby Spruce Woods Provincial Park.
Glenboro Golf & Country Club
Gaiety Theatre
Spruce Woods Provincial Park - 59 km (39 min)
This beautiful retreat is widely considered one of the best Provincial Parks in Manitoba. Kiche Manitou Beach offers excellent swimming, fishing, hiking, and picnic areas.
The snowmobile and x-country ski trails in Spruce Woods Park are considered among the most scenic in Manitoba. Winter fun for the whole family is rounded out by two toboggan hills and a winter recreation area featuring a lighted outdoor skating oval, a full sized hockey rink, and jam pail curling.
Spirit Sands Wagon Outfitters offers scenic tours of the Manitoba Desert and Devil's Punch Bowl by covered wagon. Call 204-526-7727 to book.
Ninette is located in the north end of Pelican Lake and has a population of just over 200. Ninette’s history is quite an interesting one with a big part of the towns history tied to the town’s sanatorium. The Manitoba Sanatorium, locally called The San, opened in 1909, and was the largest and longest-operating sanatorium in the province treating patients during the tuberculosis epidemic.
While sailboats have been a part of Pelican Lake’s landscape for over a century, The Pelican Yacht Club is located in a protected harbor where slips and facilities available for members along with instruction and training boats.
There are great places to visit in the summer including the Hot’n Frosty Drive In, which serves ice cream and fast food. There is also a lakeside restaurant known as The Pelican Lake Lounge where you can also find kayaks, canoes and paddle boards for rent.
Terry Fox Park
Lake House Spa
Ice Hole Fishing Adventures
Other Attractions in the Area
International Peace Gardens – 52 km
A living monument to the ideals of friendship and cooperation among nations. Acres of uninterrupted prairie, forest and radiant floral gardens.
Turtle Mountain Provincial Park – 43km
The park is known for its bike trails, fishing and canoe routes.
The Turtle's Back Tower is accessible via a hiking trail and offers a panoramic view of the Turtle Mountains and surrounding farmlands.
All of the park's lakes are popular for boating and fishing, while William Lake is frequented by windsurfing enthusiasts.
For a wonderful cross-country ski trails, head to Adam Lake. Want to explore the winter scene at the park on a snowmobile? Why not try the snowmobile trails here? Toboggan slide and skating rinks can also be found here.
