The Woodlands Way

Puntzi Lake – The Destination

Puntzi Lake is situated near the tranquil community of Chilanko Forks, approximately 175 km west of Williams Lake (a roughly 2-hour drive) via the Chilcotin-Bella Coola Highway (BC-20W). As one of the larger lakes in central Chilcotin, Puntzi Lake resides in the heart of the traditional territory of the Tsilhqot'in people and was once home to a sizable village.

Renowned for its abundant population of Rainbow Trout and Kokanee fish, along with its diverse birdlife, Puntzi Lake offers a picturesque and unspoiled natural setting unlike any other within a short distance from Cariboo’s central hub.

Aerial view of Puntzi Lake shoreline with cabins, RVs, trees, and scenic mountain background under a cloudy sky