Prince of Wales Fort National Historic Site

The management plan for Prince of Wales Fort National Historic Site is being updated. The public consultation period is now closed.

Seek the thrill of adventure in Churchill, Manitoba... and see the astonishing Prince of Wales Fort built 250 years ago on the bare, windswept coast of Hudson Bay. Get a real sense of a fur trader’s life in the subarctic.

Prince of Wales Fort National Historic Site is on Treaty 5 territory and the lands traditionally used by the Cree, Dene, Inuit, and Red River Métis peoples.

Featured things to do

Red chairs

Grab a friend, go for a walk then relax and snap a selfie on one of our red chairs.

Parks Canada Visitor Centre

Visit this Parks Canada cornerstone attraction in Churchill’s historic train station.

Tours and programs

Explore Prince of Wales Fort's wind-swept ruins, be struck with awe by Cape Merry's stunning panorama or hike into history!

Services and information

Activities and experiences

Things to do, tours, programs, visitor centre and red chairs.

Culture and history

History, archeology, cultural landscape and fun facts.

Jobs

Find out about Parks Canada employment opportunities at Prince of Wales Fort and learn how to apply.

Stewardship and management

Site management, partners, film permits, photography permits and contact.

Safety and guidelines

Safety in polar bear country and weather conditions.

Fees

Daily visitor fees, guided walks or special interpretive programs and more. Free admission for youth.

Plan your visit

How to get here, fees, facilities and services, hours of operation and weather.

Tours and programs

Guided tours, programs and hikes.

How to get here

Contact Prince of Wales Fort

General inquiries:
Phone number: 1-888-773-8888 (toll free)
Phone number: 204-675-8863
Email address: manitoba@pc.gc.ca

For emergencies within the national historic site:
Phone number: 1-877-852-3100
Phone number: 1-780-852-6155

Hours of operation

Prince of Wales Fort
Open July to August

Cape Merry Battery
Oct. 15 to Nov. 17
Staff will be onsite Monday through Sunday from 9:30 am to 3 pm. Guided tours will be offered for a fee on a first-come, first-served basis.

Guided tours available

Complete schedule

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