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 accommodation options. It is also a great family fishing lake.
David Gruen from Takysie Resort says the fishing is "fabulous. Kids can catch lots of fish right off the dock." A worm and bobber work well, as do Mepps and Panther Martins.
"Green seems to work well," says Gruen. A Bear Valley Willow Leaf or Bear Valley Spinner is productive.
Gruen suggests Muddler Minnows, Montana Beadheads and leeches for fly fishers. Dry flies such as Adams and Tom Thumbs are good producers.
Other tackle that work well are Triple Teazers and Needle Fish. Try attaching a split shot to the line about six feet up from the lure.
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 marking the no fishing boundary, just north of Takysie Lake settlement. Please consult the BCFreshwater 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 north-west tip of Takysie Lake.
David and Rise Gruen at Takysie Resort can be reached at (250) 694-3403, or email them at takysie@xplornet.com or visit their website at www.hiway16.com/takysie
There is also a forest recreation site on the northern shore of the lake. It is a twelve unit site, and is a popular camping and fishing destination. The site has a boat launch.
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