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Lake Frances

Idaho
21.25 km²
48.2865, -112.2642
NHD 144845971
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About Lake Frances

Lake Frances is a natural lake or pond in Idaho, United States. It covers approximately 21.25 km² (5252 acres). The lake centroid is located at 48.2865° N, 112.2642° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
May – September
Ice-off through early fall
Natural lake
Large
Room for multiple techniques
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Lake Frances

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 15h 38m
Dawn11:07
Sunrise11:47
Sunset03:25
Dusk04:04

Bite windows today

  • Dawn10:3712:47Excellent
  • Morning12:4719:36Good
  • Midday19:3600:25Calm
  • Afternoon00:2502:25Good
  • Dusk02:2504:34Excellent
  • Night04:3410:37Good
Moon: 13% · waxing15:49

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Lake Frances?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Lake Frances. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Lake Frances?

Lake Frances covers approximately 21.25 square kilometres (5252 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Lake Frances located?

Lake Frances is located in Idaho, United States, with its centroid at 48.2865°, -112.2642°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF