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Notable lake · Manitoba, Manitoba

The Pothole

The Pothole is a lake in Manitoba, Manitoba.

The Pothole: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit The Pothole

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach The Pothole — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 48.79714, -91.04409. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is The Pothole full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for The Pothole yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit The Pothole?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near The Pothole?

    Nearby: Marmion Lake (lake, 46 km), McKenzie Lake (lake, 47 km), Lac des Mille Lacs (lake, 49 km), Halet Lake (lake, 51 km), Steep Rock Lake (lake, 57 km), Plute Lake (lake, 4 km).

    Is The Pothole worth visiting?

    The Pothole is listed as a notable lake in Manitoba on Spotwander.