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The Assiniboine River

The Assiniboine rises in east-central Saskatchewan. For much of its length in Manitoba it flows though well-populated farmland. In ages past many fur trading posts, ferries, crossings, and landings were located on its banks.

The for centuries Assiniboine was the primary water route westward from Winnipeg. It is noteworthy for being navigable by shallow draft steamboats.

Such vessels were introduced on the Red River in 1857 and started regular service on the Assiniboine in 1878. Their use coincided with the first wave of European settlement in Manitoba.

Winnipeg Times, April 27, 1880

A survey of any local histori history volume produced in Southwest Manitoba with uncover numerous accounts of settlers taking the steamer from Winnipeg.

The "City of Winnipeg" at Grand Valley (Photo - Archives of Manitoba

The Assiniboine River Part 1

1. Steel's Ferry N49.69538, W99.20630

2. Stockton Ferry N49.60605 W99.44181

3. Souris Mouth Ferry N49.66643 N 99. 569585W
Photo taken from the north. The ferry was to the right with access to the the Land Tiltes Office on the south side (top) of the Assiniboine.