Takysie Lake is south of Burns Lake, between Francois Lake and the Nechako Reservoir. It is known for its wild rainbow trout fishery and has several accomodation options. It is also a great family fishing lake. David Gruen from Takysie Lake Resort says the fishing is “fabulous. Kids can catch lots of fish right off the dock.” Gruen says that there are a lot of places on the lake where fishing is especially good. “Early in the year, it’s best along the shores and behind the island. Throughout the summer, anywhere is a good place to catch fish here!” Some of his favourite lures are a Bear Valley Willow Leaf and worm, a Bear Valley spinner, and a Wedding Band. These are best for trolling, he suggests. Fly anglers may want to try a pearl Minnow Streamer. Gruen adds that a Muddler works well, too. Gruen notes that one great part about fishing on Takysie Lake is the type of fish. “These fish are extremely acrobatic and give an almost daily show when the lake is open. They’re fun to watch, fish and catch. I know it sounds like a ‘fish tale,’ but we’ve had, on several occasions, fish jump into boats. One year, we even had a fish jump from one side of a guest’s boat to the other and graze her head in the process. It was priceless!” There is a special no fishing area on Takysie Lake between March 1 and May 31. Signs are posted on opposite shores of the lake to mark the no-fishing boundary, just north of Takysie Lake settlement. Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before fishing this lake. LAKE ACCESS From Burns Lake, follow Highway 35 south to the Francois Lake ferry. Take the ferry across the lake and continue south for another 24 kilometres to the northwest tip of Takysie Lake. There is a forest recreation site on the northern shore of the lake. It is a twelve-unit site and a popular camping and fishing destination. The site has a boat launch.

Boat launch at Takysie Lake Resort