A guide to opatcho lake in the north by northwest region of british columbia. We always stay in the cabin that is lakeside, no hot water and an outhouse. Rainbow trout have been stocked most years since 1967 and the lake is known to produce trophy trout for the patient angler. Opatcho lake, british columbia 14 day weather forecast. Locations fishing spots boat launches camping sites ucatch trout parks. Opatcho lake guide 12105 wilan rd, prince george, bc, v2n 5a6 fishing trips in the prince george area, and winter predator hunts for cougar and lynx are also available. Prince george british columbia bc campgrounds, a free guide to research, call, map or link directly to camping and boondocking nearest to prince george. Stocking assessments were conducted at opatcho lake on two separate occasions. The recreation site offers an undeveloped gravel boat launch and basic amenities of 1 pit toilet, tables and fire rings. Chief lake real estate houses for sale in chief lake. Interpretive signs detailing local history and points of interest.
Our beautiful main lodge is situated on the shores of crystalclear opatcho lake. Shane lake fishing near prince george, british columbia. Summit lake resort is located in central british columbia, 50 kilometers north of prince george and is just 1. British columbia campground directory item locations. The best prince george camping of 2020 with prices. Williams lake to prince george 2 ways to travel via bus.
Branchester lakes apartments apartments prince george, va. Traveling luck for frost lake british columbia, canada. Opatcho lake prince george recreation sites and trails bc. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in. Opatcho lake guide outfitters 12105 wilan road, prince.
Opatcho lake guide outfitters trailer 2018 youtube. Wildfire service information officer molly blower, the blaze has grown to eight hectares, but its 100 per cent guarded. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. In prince george, theres no shortage of activities to get your blood flowing. Having a decent population of 84,232 people, prince george is a city full of anglers and hunters. Bc fish species bc mollusc species bc invertebrates bc marine mammals. Subscriber takes top 20 lynx in bc with opatcho lake guide. The cat final scores 8 916 sci, putting it in the top 20 lynx trophies.
Our cabin was good, with a wood burning stove for heat. Encompassing 3,979 hectares of gently rolling terrain and many small lakes, the park conserves a portion of the 40 km long stuart river eskers complex. Opatcho lake camping area britishcolumbia camplifyer. After the summitt there is a 2 km downhill then rolling terrain until frost lake. Opatcho lake is south east of prince george, roughly 50 km from the city. Ferguson lake is a small and beautiful lake on the north eastern edge of the prince george city limits. Here at branchester lakes you can also find professional management and useful storage, all on site. Explore hotspots, access points, and photos from our community of anglers. Our main lodge is situated on the shores of crystalclear opatcho lake. Turn on to the small access road, slightly to your left, which will lead in to the site. Business profile specializing in quality canadian moose, black bear, grizzly bear, mule deer, white tail deer and wolf hunts, opatcho lake offers big game hunting adventures in the heart of bcs prime wilderness. Prince george s nature parks stretch over a total area of 850 hectares and cover natural areas and forested destinations. Free camping at opatcho lake in prince george recreation site has 6 campsites and you can go to the site with a two wheel drive. Specializing in quality canadian moose hunting, black bear hunts, grizzly bear, mule deer, white tail deer andwolf hunts.
View photos and listing details of chief lake, prince george, bc real estate, get open house info, find new properties and read chief lake, prince george, bc local guide, real estate news and market trends. Moose hunt with opatcho lake guide outfitters guide outfitters association of british columbia. Opatcho lake guide business directory prince george. Services at the resort include rv and tent sites, rental cabins, boat launch and day use picnic facilities. Opatcho lake outfitters offers quality big game hunting adventures in the heart of bcs prime wilderness. Find the most current and reliable 14 day weather forecasts, storm alerts, reports and information for opatcho lake, bc, ca with the weather network. The community features tennis court, sparkling pool, enjoyable outdoor playground, and fitness center. Eaglet lake fishing near willow river, british columbia. Branchester lakes apartments prince george, va 23875. The site offers an undeveloped gravel boat launch and basic amenities of 1 pit toilet, tables and fire rings. There is a small forest service campground located on the lake and a launch suitable for cartop sized boats. Just before the lake is a junction, on the north side, which leads to the winter shelter.
Jan 18, 2012 opatcho lake is south east of prince george, roughly 50 km from the city. Subscriber scott swasey says he took a dandy lynx in british columbia this past january with ken watson of opatcho lake guide outfitters 2509608970. Free camping at opatcho lake in prince george recreation site is tucked away off the beaten track and provides camping and entrance to the fish stocked lake. Boundary lake prince george bee lazee rv park and campground. Opatcho lake outfitters offers big game hunting adventures in the heart of bcs prime wilderness. This site is tucked away off the beaten track and provides camping and access to the fish stocked lake. Opatcho lake guides will take you canadian moose hunting,or out to hunt for black bears, grizzly bears, mule deer, white tail deer and wolves. The opatcho lake wildfire burning southeast of prince george has grown in size, but crews have made progress. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including rainbow trout and others here. Prince george is a small city in british columbia, canada. The fire located about 20 kilometres east of the intersection of highway 97 and buckhorn lake road broke out monday and grew to eight hectares. It has a view point, picnic table, interpretive signage, outhouse and a dock. Free camping at opatcho lake in prince george recreation site is tucked away off the beaten track. Its a great place to go for a nice walk around the picturesque lake.
We also book winter predator hunts for cougar and lynx. Kelly has great eyesight and hearing for figuring out where old bull winkle is coming from. Please contact us if you would like a specific lake, river or ocean fishing spot added to the database. Details of fishing spot opatcho lake near prince george, british columbia, canada sharper hooks tighter lines species. Located on 14 acres of land in prince george county and designed with seclusion and simplicity in mind. Outfitters offers big game hunting adventures in the heart of bcs prime wilderness. Find all the transport options for your trip from williams lake to prince george right here.
Join facebook to connect with dagmar norton and others you may know. Whether youre fly fishing, spinning or baitcasting your chances of getting a bite here are good. The bc wildfire service confirmed that the opatcho lake fire is under control and attribute the positive outcome to quick wildfire response and favorable weather conditions. Executive summary opatcho lake 2004 british columbia. Having a decent population of 84,232 people, prince george is a. At opatcho lake we are extremely successful hunting black bears with. There is a small store available in the office, providing some camping necessities. Some large rainbow trout are known to reside in the lake. Opatcho lake guide outfitters 12105 wilan road, prince george, bc, v2n 5a6. We have hundreds of lakes, swamps and three major river drainages that form a perfect moose habitat. Purden lake provincial park, sinclair mills british columbia. Frost lake road mountain biking trail prince george, bc. Turn left on to the davie lake rd 2nd left as you pass by the bear lake community.
There are 2 ways to get from williams lake to prince george by bus or car. Rainbow trout have been stocked most years since 1967. Two male rainbow trout exhibiting spawning colouration captured in opatcho lake may, 2004. Wildfire southeast of prince george grows slightly. The 10 best restaurants in prince george updated april 2020. It is a small lake, but quite deep reaching 77 feet at its maximum.
Opatcho lake features 5 nonreservable first come first serve campsites perched at an elevation of 2737. Click on fishing spot name for more information, or to submit a fishing report. White tail deer and wolf hunts, opatcho lake offers big game hunting adventures in the heart of bcs prime wilderness. Opatcho lake guides will take you canadian moose hunting,or out to hunt for black bears, grizzly bears, mule d. May 15, 2019 prince george good news from the bc wildfire service as they confirm the opatcho lake fire is under control. Anglers atlasomenica by prince george citizen issuu. The direct and official information for opatcho lake in prince george, british columbia. Black bear hunts, game hunting, grizzly bears, guide outfitters, guided hunting, hunting, hunting guide, hunting guides, hunting trip, hunting trips, moose hunt, winter hunt, wolves. Clean and quiet jen mamayeh rv park and bed and breakfast. This wekk stephen talkes to ken from opatcho lake outfitters about hunting in british columbiacanada. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner. Frost lake frost lake, british columbia, canada, north.
Download our free opatcho lake fishing maps and see what you can catch. Shane lake is a lake located just 4 miles from prince george, in fraserfort george regional district, in the province of british columbia, canada. Enjoy marvelous camping and attractive fishing opportunities. Burns lake to prince george 4 ways to travel via train, bus. Specializing in hunts for canada moose, black bear and wolf. Many of the parks have outdoor amenities including. This location is also ideal for commuters and shoppers with easy access to the tri. Follow the willow lake road, which is located 15 km 9. Details of fishing spot opatcho lake near prince george, british columbia, canada. Trout fishing with a pro and fun time on prince george city, bc.
An old road goes around the lake, and if you stay to the north you can ride all the way to francis lake. Eskers provincial park is a dayuse park located 40 km northwest of prince george. Opatcho lake guide outfitters 12105 wilan road, prince george. Davie lake south bear lake recreation sites and trails bc. There are 4 ways to get from burns lake to prince george by bus, train, car or plane. My hunting partner and i both shot good moose, mine on the eighth day and my buddy got his on the ninth.
Branchester lakes apartments apartments prince george. Prince georges nature parks stretch over a total area of 850 hectares and cover natural areas and forested destinations. Whether youre fly fishing, spinning or baitcasting your chances of. With dozens of sports and recreation centres and acres of open land. Hunting in canada british columbia opatcho lake guide. I used the butcher in prince george that ken recommended, also excellent and drove back.
Box 42, prince george, british columbia, 250 9712278. Bear lake outfitters prince george british columbia. Opatcho lake near prince george british columbia allstays. Hunting in canada british columbia opatcho lake guide outfitters. Opatcho lake was literally a few feet from the cabin door. Our guiding territory is rich in hunting heritage under the former guide outfitters fred. Specializing in quality canadian moose hunting, black bear hunts, grizzly bear, mule deer, white tail deer and wolf hunts. Prince george good news from the bc wildfire service as they confirm the opatcho lake fire is under control. Ep49 interview with ken watson from opatcho lake outfitters. These unique land forms, for which the park is named, are long sinuous gravel ridges. May 02, 2018 subscriber scott swasey says he took a dandy lynx in british columbia this past january with ken watson of opatcho lake guide outfitters 2509608970.
Black bear hunts, game hunting, grizzly bears, guide outfitters, guided. The 10 best restaurants in prince george updated april. The lake page contains a fishing map with catch photos, fishing spots and other nearby features as well as fishing reports and general information about the lake. Fishing trips in the prince george area, and winter predator hunts. The fire which was deemed human caused is now considered held by the prince george fire centre. Opatcho lake offers excellent camping, fishing and outdoor recreation.
Specializing in quality canadian moose, black bear, cougar, lynx and wolf hunts, opatcho lake offers big game hunting adventures in the heart of bcs prime wilderness. Opatcho lake has special regional regulations with a daily quota of two rainbows, none exceeding 500 mm in length. Business profile specializing in quality canadian moose, black bear, grizzly bear, mule deer, white tail deer and wolf hunts, opatcho. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Burns lake to prince george 4 ways to travel via train. Fish at our feet, opatcho lake prince george youtube.
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