It's going to cost you again to enter a provincial park.

Manitoba families will enjoy recreational opportunities, programming and facilities in provincial parks with modest user fee increases, Conservation Minister Dave Chomiak announced Friday.

"In other places, we've seen parks actually close with the downturn in the economy," says Chomiak.   "In our province, we want every Manitoban to be able to enjoy our beautiful parks and all that they have to offer for generations."

The minister says that although new park vehicle permits will be required beginning May 1, the cost will be modest at $4 per day or $8 per three-day visit.  An annual pass will cost $30.

"Manitoba's camping, cabin and reservation fees are among the most affordable in the country," says Chomiak.  "Our plan will keep our parks affordable and help expand and improve them for everyone."