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Bobtail Lake Recreation Site

British Columbia
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Free BC recreation site near Prince George with 18 campsites, boat launch, fishing on Bobtail Lake, primitive facilities, and hiking trails in the Omineca region.

Bobtail Lake Recreation Site is a free provincial recreation site located west of Prince George in British Columbia's Omineca region. Accessed via Blackwater Road and Pelican Forest Service Road, the site offers 18 campsites suitable for tents at an elevation of 2,679 feet. Basic amenities include picnic tables and primitive toilets, with a boat launch providing access to Bobtail Lake for fishing and paddling. Hiking trails explore the surrounding area. The site may experience temporary closures, so contacting BC Sites and Trails before visiting is recommended to confirm current status and conditions.

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