Omineca Park
About this Park
Omineca Park and Omineca Protected Area include 80 km of the Omineca River Valley, the Wolverine Range, the mountains northwest of Germansen Landing to Nina Lake, and the area to the south. This includes the alpine ridges at the head of Evans Creek and Germansen Lake as well as the surrounding visible areas.
This park is primarily a wilderness area providing backcountry opportunities. There are six rustic vehicle-accessible camping areas. Also, the Nina Lake South area offers a pristine walk-in wilderness camping opportunity. This site is rustic and only user maintained.
This park also protects Caribou habitat in the Wolverine Range and provincially significant riparian habitat and wetlands along the Omineca River.
The community of Germansen Landing and North Takla I.R. #12 are enclaves within the park and protected area. The 132,296 hectare park and 3,138 hectare protected area are located approximately 195 km northwest of McLeod Lake.
Safety information
- This park does not have a boat launch. At the Omineca River Site, there is rough access to the river but trailer-type boat launching is not recommended. Boats can be launched at three of the Germansen Lake campsites: East End, Palm Beach and Rainbow Cove. Please note, the launches are naturally formed and have not been developed. A four-wheel drive is recommended and a winch may be useful.
Location notes
The Omineca Park is located approximately 182 km northwest of the town of Mackenzie and approximately 219 km due north of the town of Fort St James. The park can be accessed from either town but both routes are over industrial gravel roads and you may encounter large industrial trucks which usually do not operate on public highways. Road conditions vary depending on the season. The roads are often very rough in places, so the use of cars is not recommended. The communities of Germansen Landing and Manson Creek are central to this area.
From Mackenzie, follow the Finlay Forest Service Road to the 98 km marker and then turn west onto the Finlay Manson Forest Service Road. At 31 km, continue heading north on the Thutade Forest Service Road. At approximately 68 km, the road Ys with the left arm going into Germansen Lake and the right arm heads up to Germansen Landing.
From Fort St James, follow the North Road which at 22 km becomes the Germansen Forest Service Road. This road eventually becomes the North Germansen Road. Approximately 100 km from Fort St James, the road connects to the Thutade Forest Service Road. Continue heading north on the Thutade Forest Service Road all the way up to Germansen Landing. At approximately 68 km, the road Ys with the left arm going into Germansen Lake and the right arm heads up to Germansen Landing.
Activities
- 9812:Canoeing There are canoeing and kayaking opportunities on both the Omineca River and Germansen Lake.
- 9812:Cycling Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia. Cycling is permitted. However, there are no developed trails.Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Omineca Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.
- 9812:Fishing
- 9812:Hiking This park has hiking and walking trails. However, these trails are not developed and not mapped. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to trail that have been designated. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
- 9812:Horseback riding Horses and horseback riding are allowed in the park.
- 9812:Pets on leash Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
- 9812:Swimming
- 9812:Wildlife viewing There are wildlife viewing opportunities in this park.
- 9812:Winter recreation This area could be of interest to experienced backcountry skiiers. There are also opportunities for experienced snowshoers to explore most areas of the park. There is also a possibility for snowmobiling. However, there is no snowmobiling permitted in the Wolverine Range.
- 9812:Kayaking There are canoeing and kayaking opportunities on both the Omineca River and Germansen Lake.
Facilities
- 9812:Campfires Campfires are permitted. A limited supply of firewood is provided by the park’s maintenance contractor. To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park. Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small. Be prepared to bring a portable stove for cooking.
- 9812:Picnic areas This park has day-use and picnic area. All sites in Omineca Park and Omineca Protected Area can be used for day-use and picnic.
- 9812:Pit or flush toilets This park only has pit toilets, no flush toilets.
Location
55.80490, -124.68937 · Omineca
