François Lake
François Lake sits in the Skeena region at 916 m elevation, a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) with access typical of the region. Use the map view for exact coordinates and turn-by-turn directions.
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François Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 6 - Skeena
- Management unit
- MU 6-4
- Elevation
- 916 m
- Maximum depth
- 27.6 m
- Surface area
- 84.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Native Northern Strain Rainbow & Wild Char
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Permitted
- Ice fishing
- No closure on file
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Forestry road access in Skeena (MU 6-4). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 54.0414, -125.7667
Regulations
FULTON RIVER
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at François Lake
- François Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside recreation access and campsites for François Lake in Skeena.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings
Access: Maintained 2WD/4WD forestry road access in Skeena.
Coordinates: 54.016168, -125.727523 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Skeena
- Oscar's Source for Adventure, Smithers, BC
Northern stillwater tackle, lake trout spoons & boat supplies
Oscar's Source for Adventure website
Other lakes nearby
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.