Bednesti Lake
Tucked into the Omineca region at 977 m elevation, this is a small water (< 50 ha) reachable via the region's usual road and trail network. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.
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Bednesti Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 7 - Omineca
- Management unit
- MU 7-12
- Elevation
- 977 m
- Maximum depth
- 14.4 m
- Surface area
- 35.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Native Northern Strain Rainbow & Wild Char
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Quality Catchable)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Access via regional highway and maintained forestry road in Omineca (MU 7-12). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 53.8589, -123.3783
Regulations
BLACKWATER RIVER BOBTAIL (Naltesby) LAKE
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Bednesti Lake
- Bednesti Lake Recreation Site
Day-use recreation access, boat launch, and shoreline fishing.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Parking
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Omineca.
Coordinates: 53.8589, -123.3783 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Omineca
- Northern Hardware & Tackle, Prince George, BC
Central BC lake gear, ice fishing augers & fly tying materials
Northern Hardware & Tackle website
Other lakes nearby
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.