Starvation Lake

Starvation Lake is a small, forested campsite with a long, rough, brushy and narrow access road. Access road may not be suitable for RV's/trailers. Also known as Sucker Lake, legend has it the lake got it's name from a group of miners that got stranded for a long duration here many years ago. There are two campsites and a small boat launch. The area is popular for hunting and fishing, with close proximity to Babine Lake and River. The lake predominantly has rainbow trout. The site is user maintained, please pack out what you pack in! The road is often busy with logging traffic, a VHF radio with Resource Road channels is recommended for travel here.

Please be sure to purchase a fishing licence and consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis for limits, special regulations and closures: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/sports-recreation-arts-and-culture/outdoor-recreation/fishing-and-hunting/freshwater-fishing/region_6_skeena.pdf

Also if fishing on the Babine River, be sure to check the DFO non-tidal salmon limits, openings and closures: https://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/bc-zones-cb-eng.html

Off of Hwy 16 turn north on Babine Lake Road travelling for 53 km then left onto the Nilkitkwa FSR. Continue until approximately 71 km. Turn right at Starvation Lake three blade sign. Continue on this road for 2 km. Radio use is recommended due to high industrial traffic in area.