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Construction work to repair damage to the Ominnik Marsh Trail will begin this October and continue into spring 2026. In Fall 2024, a severe windstorm caused extensive damage to the Ominnik Marsh Trail, leaving large portions of the floating boardwalk unsafe and unusable. As one of the most iconic and frequently visited trails in Riding Mountain National Park, restoring safe and accessible access for visitors is a top priority.

During this brief closure, the Ominnik Marsh Trail will undergo upgrades to enhance safety, improve accessibility for all users, and ensure the trail remains durable and functional over time.

Key improvements include:

• Replaced damaged sections of the floating boardwalk.
• Improved anchoring systems to enhance stability.
• Reconstruction of the trail surface to improve accessibility.
• Added safety features including secure handrails and edge guards.
• Improved floatation and durability of the boardwalk.
• Improved accessible features, including rest areas and easier trail inclines.
• Added sustainable design and materials.

As one of Riding Mountain National Park’s most iconic and well-used trails, restoring safe and accessible visitor access is a top priority. Parks Canada thanks visitors and community members for their patience during construction and looks forward to welcoming them back to a safer, more accessible Ominnik Marsh Trail next spring.

For more information about closures and projects in Riding Mountain National Park visit:
https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/mb/riding