Takysie Lake

Closed: Recreation Sites and Trails BC lists this site as closed (The site is open but a warning is in place for toxic cyanobacteria in the lake, also known as a blue-green algae bloom. Report algae blooms to: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/water/water-quality/algae-watch Alert issued by the Office of the Chief Veterinarian. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/industry/agriculture-seafood/animals-and-crops/animal-health/office-of-the-chief-veterinarian/current-disease-alerts-and-events#cyanobacteria).

This popular 11 unit open campsite sits beside Takysie Lake. There are two sites 500 meters apart, signed A and B. Site A offers 8 sites while Site B has two. The lake is known for great fishing. There is a gravel boat launch available. Rainbow trout are the predominant target species for anglers here.

Please be sure to purchase a fishing licence and consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis for limits, special regulations and closures: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/sports-recreation-arts-and-culture/outdoor-recreation/fishing-and-hunting/freshwater-fishing/region_6_skeena.pdf

Road access. Maintained to Recreation Sites and Trails BC standards by a partner or contractor. Facilities on file: boat launch, toilets, picnic tables. First come, first served.

Getting there: From Hwy 16 in Burns Lake, take Hwy 35 south to the ferry across Francois Lake (be sure to check schedules for Francois Lake ferry). Travel South from Southbank Ferry Landing for 18.3 km on Keefe's Landing Road. At the fork, continue south down the Eakin Settlement Road for 3.2 km, then turn left on Takysie Pit Road to reach Takysie Lake.