Lac La Hache by the Lake

Lac La Hache is located on the shore of the lake of the same name. The lake is especially well suited for fishing for kokanee, rainbow trout, lake trout and burbot. If you are planning your trip around the lake, in addition to fishing, there are also shoreline trails and park areas to choose from in the surrounding area.

Shoreline and Trails

Lac La Hache Park is located 13 km north of the community. At the park, the campground has flush toilets, potable water and a sewage disposal station. There is also a self-guided nature trail: the Wagon-Road Nature Trail in the park is 2 km long. A visit to the park can therefore be combined with an interpretive trail and the aforementioned campground facilities.

The day-use area of Lac La Hache Park is on the lakeshore across Highway 97. Its facilities include an adventure playground, picnic tables, a picnic shelter, a boat launch and a developed beach. In the village, the 620 m long Lac La Hache Community Trail begins at a covered shelter and leads to the lakeshore, where the trail follows the shoreline. At 620 m, it is shorter than the 2 km long Wagon-Road Nature Trail in the park. At the same time, the described features differ: for the community trail, the focus is on the starting point at the shelter and the shoreline route, while for the trail in the park it is its length and nature trail character.

Exploring Trails and Roads

On the Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail, you can ride a mountain bike or snowmobile through 70 Mile House, 100 Mile House, Lac La Hache, Horsefly, Likely and Wells. Trail conditions and maintenance vary seasonally; plan according to your intended activity. Hikers can also use the trail: from the area of Helena Lake, the route leads northeast to Lac La Hache. Conditions and signage differ depending on the section, which is why planning by section is advisable.

To reach Mount Timothy Ski Resort, turn off Highway 97C onto Timothy Lake Road at Lac La Hache. Since road information can change, check the route before you go.

Local History and Meeting Places

The Chilcotin called the lake Kumatakwa, which means “chief or queen of the waters.” Members of the Shuswap First Nation built pit houses near today’s village of Lac La Hache. Another historical reference point is in Lac La Hache Park: the historic Cariboo Wagon Road runs through the park, 13 km north of the community. The name of the lake and the historical sites and trails offer different insights into the history of the area.

The Cariboo Pioneer Centre has long been part of the Lac La Hache community and serves as a gathering place for various events. The O.A.P.O. Pioneer Centre is located at 4822 Clarke Ave and offers a variety of activities and events throughout the year. Confirm the current program on site. The South Cariboo Garlic Festival grounds are on Highway 97, a short drive north of the town centre; if you are planning to attend the festival, check the event dates.

Discover more travel destinations: Riske Creek, Anahim Lake, Canim Lake, Nimpo Lake, Puntzi Lake, Cariboo F, 108 Mile Ranch, Bridge Lake.

To the overview of the larger travel region: Cariboo.