Wapusk National Park
Let Wapusk National Park's expansive wilderness fill you with awe. This 11,475-square-kilometre park, at the transition between boreal forest and arctic tundra, protects one of the largest polar bear maternity denning areas in the world.
Free admission and discounted overnight stays
Parks Canada is offering free admission and discounted overnight stays at participating locations, from June 20 to September 2, 2025 inclusive.
Visits to Wapusk National Park are primarily done via licensed tour operators in Churchill. A licensed tour operator is required for all activities in the park.
Wapusk National Park is on the lands traditionally used by the Cree, Dene, Inuit, and Red River Métis peoples. Wapusk National Park sits within Treaty 5 territory.
Featured things to do
Polar bear viewing opportunities
In February and March, there are polar bear viewing opportunities in Wapusk National Park.
Wapusk National Park blog
Read about wildlife conservation in Wapusk National Park, and history and fun activities in Churchill.
Visiting Wapusk National Park
Activities and experiences
Things to do, polar bear viewing opportunities, aerial tours and the Parks Canada Visitor Centre.
Safety and guidelines
Safety in polar bear country and weather conditions.
Fees
Free admission, program fees, and more.
Plan your visit
How to get here, fees, facilities and services, brochures and publications and weather.
About Wapusk National Park
Culture and history
Blog, history, archeology and culture.
Jobs
Find out about Parks Canada employment opportunities at Wapusk National Park and learn how to apply.
Stewardship and management
Park management, partners, film permits, photography permits and contact.
Nature and science
Conservation and science, animals, plants, the environment, landscape features and research.
Contact Wapusk National Park
General inquiries:
Phone number: 1-888-773-8888 (toll free)
Phone number: 204-675-8863
Email address: manitoba@pc.gc.ca
For emergencies within the national historic site:
Phone number: 1-877-852-3100
Phone number: 1-780-852-6155
Hours of operation
The Parks Canada Visitor Centre is currently open.
June 23 to 30
Daily: 9 am to 12 pm and 1 to 4 pm
July 2 to Aug. 31
Monday to Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: 9 am to 12 pm and 1 to 4 pm
Thursday and Saturday: 9 am to 12 pm and 1 to 8:30 pm
Closed July 1
Limited park access year round.
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