Hecla Golf Course

Hecla Golf Course sits on Hecla Island in Lake Winnipeg, part of Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park — one of Manitoba's most distinctive natural settings. The island was settled by Icelandic immigrants in the 1870s, and that heritage still shapes the character of the place, from the small fishing village of Hecla to the trails and wetlands that define the park. Playing golf here means sharing the landscape with white-tailed deer, pelicans, and the occasional great blue heron, and the lake is never far from view.

The course itself winds through boreal forest and marsh, with tree-lined fairways that demand placement over power. The natural terrain keeps things honest — errant shots find the woods quickly, and the wetlands that make the island so ecologically rich come into play on several holes. It rewards local knowledge and a patient game.

Gimli, the nearest town on the western shore of Lake Winnipeg, is the heart of Icelandic-Canadian culture in North America. The broader region draws visitors for its beaches, fishing, and the annual Icelandic Festival, making Hecla a natural stop for anyone exploring the Interlake on a summer trip.