The Manning Park Visitor Centre is located just a few clicks East of Manning Park Resort. It was a stop & visit place for us recently, during our stay at the nearby Resort. It's great for those travelling and requiring/seeking some information assistance re: E. C. Manning Provincial Park. And at the same time, provides a handy 'pitstop' for washrooms, sani station for vehicles, small picnic table area (for a breakfast or lunch break), or just a nice place and lovely setting to get out of one's vehicle and stretch the legs a little. The outside foyer of the building features several framed, wall displays (w/history, Park map, some of the flora & fauna, and such), plus, a bulletin board of current & upcoming events and such in the Park. The service counter inside the building is attended by a staff person, who can supplement the written information that's available, and help answer those questions one may have re: some specifics of the 'what, where, and when', and the like. There are several rather nicely setup, informative museum-like displays -- featuring Park history, some of the natural and physical sights to be seen within the Park, an interactive, under-glass display of the various mountains in the Park, indicating riding and other trails, flora & fauna displays, and more -- plus, a retail space, offering a selection of books, postcards, clothing, and such. The Visitor Centre is a must-stop of ours each time we are in Manning Park. This year, the weather, setting, and offerings at the Centre (attractive, informative displays), just really seemed to click, and the visit was especially enjoyed. read more

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