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   Riverton, Mb
   R0C 2R0
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We are more than pleased that you stopped in.

Riverton, a tourist destination boasts activities for all seasons and every person's tastes. Take in a game of golf, visit the local shops or enjoy an outdoor wilderness experience.

Situated within the Northeast Region of Manitoba's Interlake. Located along Highway #8, Riverton lies between 2 of the finest golf courses in Manitoba; Northernaire and Hecla. From Winnipeg take the scenic route down Hwy # 9 to 222 which leads you right into Riverton. Lake Winnipeg is 2 km to the East. The Icelandic River provides a strong connection to this waterway and its resources.

Northern communities and wilderness lodges are also easily accessible, both by air and water.

Stop by and enjoy our community.

Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenic Icelandic River.

Icelandic River Walking Bridge offers a wonderful view of the river and the newly developed walking path.

The Sandy Bar Beach area has been recognized as one of the top 30 bird watching areas in Canada and is home to many species of birds including the White Pelican and the Piping Plover. Sandy Bar also offers an amazing view of the Northern Lights.

The Sandy Bar Beach, a water lover's haven for both young and old alike, situated on the west shore of Lake Winnipeg. Change rooms and rest rooms are available.

Winter Time

Stop and warm your toes along the way at the Sandy Bar Warm Up Hut.

Enjoy the day, love the experience.

Interlake snow trackers pride themselves on groomed and scenic trails, linking Riverton with surrounding communities

Ice Fishing, a winter escape for all anglers, off the shores of the Icelandic River or the nearby Lake Winnipeg.

Hunting

A unique area that offers a hunting experience which includes moose, deer, game birds and bear. Riverton is the central base for many outfitting and fly-in fishing camps.

Historic Sites

Riverton was settled in 1876 and was the original destination of the Icelandic Settlers. Throughout the era of New Iceland, Riverton acted as a major center for trade.

Betsy Ramsay's Grave

John Ramsay, a prominent member of the Saulteaux band, lived in a small cabin at Sandy Bar when the Icelandic settlers arrived in 1876. Even though there was tension between the natives and the Icelanders, who were entering the native's domain, Ramsay sympathized with the unprepared settlers and helped them through the winter. When the smallpox epidemic hit the colony, Ramsay's wife Betsy, and four of his children died. He buried his family near the lake with the sounds that Betsy loved. Devastated by his loss, in 1880 Ramsay traveled by dogsled to trade his furs for a marble headstone to place on Betsy's grave. The engraver misspelled the name on the stone, however, since Ramsay could not read, he did not notice that "Betsy Ramsay" for an eternity had become "Betsy Rumsay". Betsy Ramsay's grave is located near Sandy Bar Beach and is marked with a white picket fence.

Centennial Park

Commemorating the memory of:

Guttormur Guttormson - Famous Icelandic Poet

Sigtryggur Jonasson - Father of New Iceland

Sigurdur Sigurdson - First Mayor of Riverton

Framfari Cairn - First Icelandic Newspaper

CPR Station

Preserving a piece of our history, the original CPR station is currently under renovation and will be the future home of our tourist information center and museum.