Guide To Fishing At Lake Frances
AKA: Valier Lake

Wrapping around the southern outskirts of Valier, Lake Frances is a 3,600-acre lake in the northwest part of the state. Anglers willing to do bit of walking can fish from the bank almost anywhere along about 12 miles of shoreline.
Boats can be launched off Lake Rd just past the camping area. Trout, walleye, perch and northern pike swim in these waters. Ice fishing in winter is popular.
What to fish for...
Fishing for walleye, rainbow trout, yellow perch and northern pike at Lake Frances in Montana.
Primary fish species residing in Lake Frances
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
Lake Frances Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Lake Frances Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, off Lake Avenue, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Click here for a Montana Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Lake Frances Inn RV Park - 406 279-3476
Lake Frances MT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Lake Frances
Lake Frances Inn
407 Teton Ave
Valier, MT 59486
406 279-3476
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Lake Francis in MT
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Fishing for trout, perch and northern pike in northwest MT.