Cicuta Lake is a medium size lake located southwest of Vanderhoof. It is known for its high rock bluffs and great fly fishing, with extensive shoals and drop-offs to explore. There are loads of small rainbows in Cicuta Lake. Trolling and strike-indicator (bobber) fishing work well. Troll with a sinking line. If you are fishing with a strike indicator, use a long leader so the fly gets close to the bottom. Go deep for bigger fish.

Dan Moffat, from Northern Hardware in Prince George, says that Cicuta Lake is a great choice for fall fly fishing. He suggests that good patterns to try are Muddler Minnows or Doc Spratleys. Moffat notes that anglers might also do well to immitate minnows. The trout will go after "anything that looks like a minnow," he says.

For all your fishing needs, stop by Northern Hardware in Prince George and talk with Dan and the knowledgeable staff.

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LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, follow Highway 16 west to Vanderhoof. Turn left (south) onto the Kenny Dam Road—watch for overhead signage in town. Travel along this road for approximately 90 km to the Kenny Dam then turn right (west), cross the dam to Holy Cross Forest Service Road (FSR) and turn right again (north). There is a small, secondary road on the left side (west)—turn here and follow for another five km to Cicuta Lake.

Another popular route is via Holy Cross FSR which meets Highway 16 at Fraser Lake, and is about 65 km from the highway. If you go too far and meet the dam, just backtrack using the directions above. There is a forestry recreation site on the lake with seven vehicle units and a cartop boat launch. It is accessible with 2WD.