black lake campground web - Manitoba

1 Nopiming Provincial ParkBlack lake CampgroundThe Anishinabe word for entrance to the wilderness Nopiming opiming is the Anishinabe word for entranceto the wilderness. This name is indicative of theland, because until recently, Nopiming wasaccessible only by water, bushplane, or winterroads. Currently, PR 314 provides access tocampground and leads visitors through the lengthof the park. With over a hundred lakes andnumerous rivers, Nopiming was a naturaldestination for the first peoples of the area, as wellas for wildlife. People were drawn by the lure ofgold in the early 1900s; this was the impetus forlater history of the landscape on which thecampground sits begins billions of years ago, andhas gone through many changes since its deposited on a sea floor were slowlyburied within the Earth, and later changed to hard-rock by the forces of continental movement. Theancient sea was destroyed and eventually replacedby mountains.

2 Around two billion years ago, windand water slowly eroded this great landform, andeventually the weathered land became covered byboreal forest. A more recent change occurred in1983 when a forest fire burned 25, 420 ha (98 squaremiles) of land within the park. Although not asmonumental as the environmental changes thathad taken place earlier, this ravaging fire left amark on the land that will stay for years to River (which flows into black lake ) is partof the Rabbit River, a lengthy canoe route. Northof the black lake campground is the Seagrim -Elton Lakes canoe route. You have the option ofsetting up your backcountry camp at these lakesor along the Rabbit River. Be sure to purchasedetailed maps before starting on your canoe en route, look for wildlife that is notcommonly seen in other parts of the province likewoodland caribou, timber wolf, and cougar. Thelarge amount of wilderness gives these big animalsenough room to survive without coming intoconflict with of black lake , the self-guiding trails Walkingon Ancient Mountains and the Fire of 83 takehikers on a journey over rock outcrops, and givesplendid views of lakes, boreal forest and geologicalfeatures.

3 On the Fire of 83 trail, visitors canexperience the rejuvenation of the new the young jack pines, tamarack, bunchberryand lady slippers, there are still traces of the firethat occurred almost twenty years ago. The tall,barren trees that stand higher than any othersremind visitors of the forest s former up the interpretive brochure and discover therole that fire plays in the park s Tips Be sure matches are them in half beforediscarding. Build no fires except in adesignated firepit or use a campstove. Before leaving make sureyour fire is completely out. Be careful with your cigarettes,cigars and pipe ashes. Crush themthoroughly before toss them from a vehicle. Please! Do not litter. Be sensitive to wildlife. Bears canbe dangerous and should not befed. Food must be stored awayfrom your campsite, preferablyin a locked vehicle, to avoidattracting hungry animals. Do notstore food in your tent.

4 Warm clothing is needed forcool nights. The use of insect repellent will addto your comfort. Learn to recognize and avoidpoisonous plants such as poisonivy. In case of injury or illness contacta campground Attendant or ParkPatrol Officer. They can assist youto reach medical help. Canoeists and hikers travelling inbackcountry areas should advisea friend of their intendeddestination and anticipated lengthof trip. Backcountry camping is onlyallowed at designated campsites. It is illegal to use or transportelm information on black lake campground and Nopiming Provincial Park is available on request from Manitoba Conservation. Out of Province Firewood can spread harmful pests and destroy our forests - buy it locally, burn it LakeCampgroundWinnipegRiverNopimingProvi ncial ParkBlack lake CampgroundBlack LakeCampgroundNOPIMINGPROVINCIALPARKLEGE NDWASHROOMS (NON-MODERN)REFUSE DISPOSALPOINT OF INTERESTPARKINGHIKING TRAILFISH CLEANINGAREABEACH / SWIMMINGUNSUPERVISEDBOAT LAUNCHCAMPGROUNDOFFICEFIREWOODWATER SUPPLYTRAILER SANITARYSTATIOND ecmeber 2012315314304304315313115944 BissettManigotaganRiver ParkReserveManigotaganLakeWinnipegLac duBonnetBeausejourRECYCLING STATIONDISABILITYACCESSIBLENOTE: For campsite and group use reservations: or 1-888-4U2-Camp (1-888-482-2267).

5 In Winnipeg call 204-948-3333. Remember, a Park Vehicle Permit is required and must be displayed year round. For more information or last minute campsite availability call 1-800-214-6497. In Winnipeg call 204-945-6784 or visit us at: SEASONAL SITES:Loop A: Sites #1-20, 26-32(CARIBOU EXHIBIT)050100 METRES3032312928272698642753110121415161 819201715A131121222325243334353637393840 4142514947454648505253555443446463162616 0585657592435641123432To Lac Du BonnetLoopALoopBLoopCLoopDTo BissettStaffAccessNOTE: Gate locked in theoff season. Please callLac du Bonnet (204) 345-1400 BoatParking 314 Boat ParkingBoatParkingTo black River9 km ReturnUnsupervisedBlack LakeBlack LakeIN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL RCMP 204-345-8685 AMBULANCE 1-877-977-00077