Lake Nueltin

Nueltin, whose Dene name means Sleeping Island Lake, stretches across the edge of the northern forest and the barren grounds. The lake was a fishing place and a gathering ground for Dene families, while caribou migrations drew hunters to the surrounding country. In the winter of 1770–71 Samuel Hearne crossed its frozen waters on his journey with Dene companions. He encountered families at the lake and learned that many others camped there at least part of the year.