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Gimli, Manitoba

Gimli is an unincorporated community in the Rural Municipality of Gimli on the west side of Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba, Canada. It is located 80 km north of the provincial capital Winnipeg.

Type Town

Why go

  • Community in Manitoba, Canada.
  • Served by Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM).

History

Gimli is an unincorporated community in the Rural Municipality of Gimli on the west side of Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba, Canada. It is located 80 km north of the provincial capital Winnipeg.

Airports

Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM) 2.8 km to the centre
Gimli, MB, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Arborg Airport 38 km to the centre
Arborg, MB, CA
Outdoor
Riverton Airport 38 km to the centre
Riverton, MB, CA
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Gimli, Manitoba
Gimli, Manitoba
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Gimli, Manitoba. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

VIA Rail Canada
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Ebus
Intercity coach
Rider Express
Intercity coach