1. Lake Francis State Park offers a designated swimming area on the shores of beautiful Lake Francis.
2. Lifeguards are not typically present, so swim at your own risk.
3. The park's sandy beach is perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles before or after swimming.
4. Swimming hours usually align with the park's operating times from dawn to dusk.
5. Visitors can also enjoy boating activities alongside their swims in this 2000-acre lake setting.
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. Canoes, kayaks and motor boats are allowed on the lake with boat ramp available for launching vessels. Fishing is also popular due to abundant fish species in the water body. However, it's important to note that all personal watercrafts must be inspected before entering into the waters as per state regulations aimed at preventing spread of invasive aquatic species.
Anglers can enjoy fishing from shore or boat, targeting species like brook trout and landlocked salmon. Other fish include yellow perch, smallmouth bass and chain pickerel. Ice fishing is popular during winter months for those seeking a different experience.