Waskesiu offers a wide variety of activites for all ages. PANP established in 1927 encompasses over 3,800 square kilometres.

The Outdoors

Hiking is a popular activity of visitors of the park. There are over 150km of maintained trails offering a variety of hikes of differing difficulty. There are short walks, day-long and overnight hikes. The most famous of these hikes being the Grey Owl Trail.

Fishing is another favourite of Waskesiu visitors. Note: A National Park fishing permit is required to fish in park waters. Permits and regulations are available from the Visitor Reception Centre, park gate kiosks, campground kiosks, and marinas.

Beaches. There are 7 beaches along the shores of Waskesiu offering a relaxing atmosphere for a day in the sun.

Other outdoor activities include cycling, lawn bowling, tennis - 6 courts, playing baseball at the full sized diamond, biking, basketball and horseshoes.

Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snoeshoeing, hiking , ice fishing and camping.

For more information on things to do on your visit to Waskesiu, PANP visit Waskesiu.org.

Other Activities Around Town

There are a variety of stores to do some shopping at, 2 movie theates and a variety of places to catch a bite to eat.