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Burns Lake

British Columbia, Canada · North America

About Burns Lake

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Burns Lake is a town located in British Columbia, Canada. With a population of 1,779, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Burns Lake sits in Canada, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Vancouver time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Burns Lake to your route.

About Burns Lake

Burns Lake is a rural village in the north-western-central interior of British Columbia, Canada, incorporated in 1923. The village had a population of 1,659 as of the 2021 Census. The village is known for its rich First Nations heritage, and for its network of mountain biking trails, which have received acclaim by

Read more becoming Canada's first IMBA Ride Centre. In winter, cross country skiing trails and snowmobile wilderness trails are created. Burns Lake is located in the midst of a large networks of lakes called the Lakes District, with fishing and hunting year round, and water activities in the summer months. There are two First Nations reserves that are part of the town, and another four nearby, making it one of the few communities in the province that have almost equal populations of persons of native or European descent. Local nations include Wetʼsuwetʼen First Nation, Lake Babine Nation, Cheslatta Carrier Nation, Ts'il Kaz Koh First Nation, Skin Tyee First Nation and Nee-Tahi-Buhn Band. The town serves as a hub for the local logging, saw-milling, mining and tourist industries. It also serves as the main commercial centre for the surrounding area including François Lake, Colleymount, Grassy Plains, Rose Lake, Topley, and Granisle. There are three pubs, several cafes and restaurants a selection of stores, hotels and motels, and services including a library and a hospital. It is also the location of the head offices of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.

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Where is Burns Lake located?

Burns Lake is located in British Columbia, Canada, North America. The coordinates are 54.2297 latitude, -125.7608 longitude.

What is the population of Burns Lake?

Burns Lake has a population of approximately 1,779 people, making it a town in Canada.

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Quick Information

Population
1,779
Continent
North America
Country
Canada
Region
British Columbia
Timezone
America/Vancouver
Coordinates
54.2297, -125.7608

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
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CAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Winter tyres mandatory in Quebec December–March.

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