Nestled in the pristine wilderness of Whiteshell Provincial Park, Falcon Trails Resort offers an enchanting escape on the shores of Falcon and High Lake. This intimate forest resort features hand-crafted lakefront cabins with private hot tubs and remote hike-in eco cabins that provide an authentic off-grid experience.
Located on the traditional lands of the Anishinabewaki and Michif Piyii (Métis) people, the resort combines sustainable luxury with respect for Indigenous heritage. Each uniquely designed cabin showcases alternative building techniques, from straw bale to live edge timber frame construction.
Guests can enjoy private docks, beaches, and a wealth of outdoor activities including canoeing, fat biking, and Nordic skiing, all while being surrounded by the untouched beauty of Manitoba’s boreal forest.
Their story
Falcon Trails Resort was created with a vision of harmonizing sustainable hospitality with respect for Indigenous land and heritage. Each cabin was lovingly crafted with its own unique theme and design by owners Barb and Craig, who even share their private cabin, Juniper, with guests.
The resort represents a commitment to alternative building methods and off-grid living, demonstrating that luxury and environmental responsibility can coexist beautifully in the wilderness. Read more about them.
Sustainability actions
Lowest impact construction and operation
- The cabins showcase diverse alternative building styles including straw bale construction, traditional log building, live edge timber frame, and post and beam techniques.
- The lakefront cabins feature timber-style construction with cathedral ceilings and loft bedrooms, while the eco cabins demonstrate various sustainable building approaches that minimize environmental impact.
Highest level of energy efficiency
- The High Lake eco cabins operate completely off-grid, powered by solar electricity systems. Heating is provided by efficient wood stoves, creating a cozy atmosphere while utilizing renewable fuel sources.
- A gravity-fed holding tank supplies the water, reducing energy use for delivery.
Pioneer in waste management
- The resort employs comprehensive composting systems for waste management.
- Eco cabins utilize composting toilet systems, while some cabins like Juniper feature composting septic systems.
- The resort encourages guests to conserve resources by turning off lights, saving water, and avoiding high-energy appliances.
Using organic and chemical-free products
- The resort uses all-natural, non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning products to maintain its cabins.
Actively protects nature and community
- The resort demonstrates deep respect for Indigenous heritage through land acknowledgment of Treaty 3 traditional territories of the Anishinabewaki and Michif Piyii (Métis) people.
- Located within Whiteshell Provincial Park, the resort supports conservation efforts and encourages guests to contribute to trail stewardship and development. The location within a protected provincial park ensures the preservation of the surrounding boreal forest ecosystem.
Most Popular Activities Near Falcon Trails Resort
- Canoeing.
- Fat biking.
- Hiking trails.
- Biking trails.
- Nordic skiing.
- Snowshoeing.
- Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).
- Private dock and beach access.
- Campfire experiences.
- Bird watching with Manitoba birds book.
- Coffee house visits.
- Trail exploration.
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Best Time To Visit Falcon Trails Resort
- All year round, summer for hiking, canoeing, and biking; winter for Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, and fat biking.