Ness Lake facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ness Lake
An overhead view of Ness Lake, via OpenStreetMap
Ness Lake Location in British Columbia
Location	British Columbia
Coordinates	54°01′30.1″N 123°07′59.9″W / 54.025028°N 123.133306°W / 54.025028; -123.133306
Primary inflows	Heron Creek
Primary outflows	None
Basin countries	Canada
Max. length	5.2 km (3.2 mi)
Max. width	1.1 km (0.68 mi)
Surface area	2.04 km2 (0.79 sq mi)
Average depth	6.7 m (22 ft)
Max. depth	18.3 m (60 ft)
Shore length1	18.8 km (11.7 mi)
Surface elevation	778 m (2,552 ft)
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

Ness Lake is a beautiful lake located in the northern part of British Columbia, Canada. It's about 35 kilometers (22 miles) northwest of a city called Prince George. Many people love to visit Ness Lake for fun activities like fishing and swimming!

The Unique Shape of Ness Lake

Ness Lake has a really interesting and special shape. Imagine it like three big puddles connected by narrower streams of water. These "puddles" are called basins: the Southwest Basin, the Central Basin, and the East Basin. They are all linked together by smaller, thinner parts of the lake.

What You Can Find Around the Lake

The Eastern and Central Basins of Ness Lake are where you'll find more buildings and places for people. For example, there's a place called Ness Lake Bible Camp and a public beach where everyone can enjoy the water.

On the other hand, the Southwest Basin is a bit different. It has a wetland, which is an area where the land is covered by shallow water, like a swamp or marsh. Wetlands are very important for nature and wildlife!

Fun Activities at Ness Lake

Ness Lake is a very popular spot for outdoor adventures. People often visit to go fishing, hoping to catch some fish in its waters. It's also a great place for swimming, especially on warm sunny days. Besides these, many other fun recreational activities happen here, making it a favorite destination for families and friends.