West Hawk Lake
Lake Impact crater lake known for deep clear waters
In Manitoba’s Whiteshell Provincial Park, West Hawk Lake fills an impact crater; visitors rent cabins, boat, fish and dive over clear deep water framed by granite shorelines.
West Hawk Lake is a deep lake within Whiteshell Provincial Park in eastern Manitoba that occupies an impact crater. The lake is notable for its depth and clear water relative to surrounding lakes, and it is a recognized local destination for boating and scuba diving.
The shoreline supports cottages, campgrounds and recreational facilities serving summer visitors, and the lake is used year-round for a range of water-based activities where seasonal conditions permit. The depth and underwater topography make it of interest to divers and lake researchers studying impact features.
West Hawk Lake lies in eastern Manitoba inside Whiteshell Provincial Park, part of the Canadian Shield lake district east of Winnipeg; access is by road through the park and via local park facilities.
- Impact crater lake: Occupies a deep, bowl-shaped lake basin formed by a meteorite impact and is a well-known local site for boating and scuba diving within Whiteshell Provincial Park.
- Recreation: Located within Whiteshell Provincial Park, the lake is surrounded by cottage developments, campgrounds and accesses for water-based recreation.
How to Get to West Hawk Lake #
West Hawk Lake is located within Whiteshell Provincial Park, about 140 km east of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Drive east on Trans-Canada Highway (MB-1) then take local roads (MB-44 and park access roads) into Whiteshell; signs direct to West Hawk Lake. The nearest town with services is Falcon Lake, about 15-20 minutes’ drive.
Tips for Visiting West Hawk Lake #
- If launching a small boat, use the provincial parks' boat ramps and check current water levels - levels can vary seasonally.
- West Hawk Lake is formed in a meteorite impact structure; a dive with a certified local operator will reveal steep drop-offs and unusual underwater topography.
- Stay in Whiteshell Provincial Park accommodation for easy access to shoreline trails and park facilities.
Best Time to Visit West Hawk Lake #
Best visited late spring through early autumn for boating, diving, and lakeside recreation.
Weather & Climate near West Hawk Lake #
West Hawk Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -25°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (628 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -13°C and lows of -25°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -20°C. The driest month with just 17 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.
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