Omineca. 
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Advisories
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.
Review the detailed guides under visit responsibly for more information on staying safe and preserving our natural spaces.
Visit responsibly
Follow these guides to ensure your activities are safe, respectful, and ecologically friendly:
Maps and location
Getting there
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.
Things to do
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.
There are swimming opportunities in this park.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
There are canoeing and kayaking opportunities on both the Omineca River and Germansen Lake.
There are canoeing and kayaking opportunities on both the Omineca River and Germansen Lake.
There are fishing opportunities in this park.
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
There are wildlife viewing opportunities in this park.
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.
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.
Horses and horseback riding are allowed in the park.
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.
About this park
First Nations traditional use of the area includes a graveyard on the east side of the Omineca River. Two historic trails (Evans Creek and an old wagon road east of Germansen Lake) are located within the park. There are also some historic mining sites, that are remnants from the Omineca Gold Rush.
Omineca Park is a class A park and encompasses an area of 132,296 hectares. It was established on April 11, 2001. Omineca Protected Area was established under the Environment and Land Use Act on April 18, 2001. Omineca Park was first identified for Protected Area status through the Mackenzie Land & Resource Management Plan process to protect the best representation of the Southern Omineca Mountains ecosection and important wildlife habitat. This area has high recreation values that include boating, fishing, scenic viewing and hiking.
One of the best representations of the Southern Omineca Mountain ecosection. Provincially significant riparian habitat and wetlands along the Omineca River, which is important moose winter range and waterfowl habitat. The South Omineca and Germansen Lake areas are important goat habitat. This area is important caribou habitat, as it is the spring calving for the blue listed Northern Woodland Caribou. Also, this park protects important Wolverine habitat.
Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.
Contact
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