Many activities are enjoyed on Dauphin Lake in the summer months including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, boating, water skiing, windsurfing and fishing. During the winter months one can ice fish and snowmobile on the lake.
The park is a major year round destination for activity and adventure. During the summer months the park is popular for hiking, backpacking, wilderness camping, drive-in camping, mountain biking, cycling. fishing, boating, water skiing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, picnicking, windsurfing,,,
Some of the summer activities enjoyed in the park include swimming, boating, water skiing, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, sunbathing, camping, picnicking and birdwatching. During the winter months the activities enjoyed include ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross country skiing.
The main features of the park are the day use area, the two marina channels, a campground and the long kilometres of sandy beach. The Manipogo Provincial Park is fortunate to enjoy long stretches of sandy beach as it provides lots of room to move and, maybe, even find a private spot for reflection.
The park is a year round recreation destination highlighted by a 3 kilometre trail named the Vermillion River Walking Trail. The trail provides easy access to the wetland environment therefore providing some great wildlife and bird sightseeing opportunities.