Nicola Lake BC Outdoor Recreation

Nicola Lake BC Outdoor Recreation spot. Photo Tania Stewart

Nicola Lake BC outdoor recreation destination located only thirty kilometers from Merritt BC.  The lake is perfectly situated in the South-Central Interior of  British Columbia, Canada. Therefore making Nicola Lake one of the best spots to enjoy the outdoors and experience everything that nature has to offer. "A Lake A Day For As Long As You Stay" is what we do well with over 200+ lakes, with ideal camping, great fishing and very friendly locals. Nicola Lake is a glacially formed narrow, deep lake ideal for all your outdoor adventures whether on land or in water.  Come and experience the Nicola Valley BC. 

Kayaking at Nicola Lake Merritt BC. Picture Tania Stewart

Nicola Lake is a popular outdoor recreation destination spot located in the heart of  Nicola Valley BC. It is an ideal spot for avid anglers, beginners, or for those just wanting to get out on the lake. Nicola Lake is home to 26 different species of fish. A dream destination for all anglers. Nicola Lake supports a variety of fish species that include bull trout, cutthroat trout, kokanee, rainbow, chinook, coho, burbot and more. Rainbow trout and kokanee are most popular with anglers. Also rainbows weigh up to 4 lbs. while Kokanee remain in the 1 lb. class.  Additionally, the most popular methods used are, trolling lures, flatfish, wedding bands and spinning gear. Although I have been told that shrimp are great for fishing off the shore or at the dock. 

Indigenous pit house resembled. Photo credit Coldwater Indian Band

Monck Provincial Park is located on the shores of the lake, at a site which once was a First Nation village. Today, these depressions known as quiggly holes,  were used for Indigenous pit houses. These are archaeological sites that include two First Nation pit house depressions located in the day-use beach park area. Furthermore, the Nlaka'pamux, Secwépemc, and Upper Nicola people wintered in these traditional permanent winter homes called "pit houses."  This log-framed structure would of been built over a dug-out floor and then covered with earth for insulation.  Interesting fact that the local Indigenous peoples built sustainable shelters for the climate and environment of the Nicola Valley BC.  

Family outdoor summer fun. Photo by Tania Stewart

Outdoor camping and fishing summer adventures on the beautiful waters of Nicola Lake BC. Come and enjoy the outdoors in the Nicola Valley BC water skiing, tubing, kayaking, hiking, wildlife spotting or a family picnic. Truly this is your destination outdoor summer spot. Important to follow water safety because Nicola Lake is known for sudden windstorms that pose danger to small boats and swimmers.  Important to always let others know when your going and never go alone. Nicola Lake outdoor recreational adventures are waiting for you in the Nicola Valley BC.