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February fishing in Glacier National Park and Flathead Valley is unusually favorable due to mild temperatures and low snow, with anglers successfully using nymphs and streamers in altered winter conditions.

Anglers should exercise caution due to varying ice conditions. Fishing yields include rainbows at Canyon Ferry and Helena Valley, while Hauser and Holter have mostly open water and unstable ice.

Lakeride Lodging advises caution with current ice conditions, reporting approximately 5.5 inches of ice but acknowledging cracks and open water. Walking is recommended for safety while fishing.

Brown trout are the fish equivalent of that quiet guy in the corner who turns out to be way tougher—and […]

According to a report by The River’s Edge on February 2nd, Holter is cruising at 3560 CFS, and honestly, the […]

At Clark Canyon Reservoir, reports from anglers in ice fishing groups are stating that ice conditions are beginning to change. […]

First Lake near Havre has ample open water according to social media reports, with locals encouraging boat use. Fresno Lake has also opened, indicating early opportunities for fishing.

Fort Peck Reservoir is shaping up to be a steady, predictable fishing year in 2026. Water levels are expected to […]

The 28th Annual Ice Fishing Derby in Glasgow attracted 150 participants despite warm weather, featuring competitions and prizes, including a $2,000 win for a 5.34-pound pike and free rods for youth anglers.

February fishing in Glacier National Park and Flathead Valley is unusually favorable due to mild temperatures and low snow, with anglers successfully using nymphs and streamers in altered winter conditions.

Anglers should exercise caution due to varying ice conditions. Fishing yields include rainbows at Canyon Ferry and Helena Valley, while Hauser and Holter have mostly open water and unstable ice.

Lakeride Lodging advises caution with current ice conditions, reporting approximately 5.5 inches of ice but acknowledging cracks and open water. Walking is recommended for safety while fishing.

Ice conditions and fishing varied this week in Rock Creek and McGuire. Reports noted strong northern bites in shallow water but melting shorelines and changing ice thickness require caution for safety.

Lakeridge Lodging reports about 6 inches of ice on Duck Creek at Fort Peck Reservoir. Shorelines are becoming unstable, urging safe walk-on access and caution during winter activities.

Winter conditions persist in Yellowstone, with frigid water temperatures and sluggish fish behavior. Nymphing is most effective, while ice and wind complicate fishing. Stay alert to changing conditions.

Brown trout are the fish equivalent of that quiet guy in the corner who turns out to be way tougher—and […]

According to a report by The River’s Edge on February 2nd, Holter is cruising at 3560 CFS, and honestly, the […]

At Clark Canyon Reservoir, reports from anglers in ice fishing groups are stating that ice conditions are beginning to change. […]

The Gates of the Mountains opens today at 7:30 a.m. for fishing, but visitors must bring exact change due to seasonal closures of facilities. Weather-related updates will be provided.

If you’ve ever looked at a fish and thought, “Yeah… that one deserves some recognition,” The Lakehouse at Georgetown Lake […]

Winter fishing on the Bighorn River is effective with trout lying deep. Key tactics include deep nymphing and slow streamers, focusing on stealth and depth due to cold conditions. Rainbows and browns are selective.

Garrett Ostler’s entertaining video features a trout, dubbed a “fish hog,” predicting six more weeks of winter, offering anglers a lighthearted perspective on the season’s chilly performance.

Kyle McGaugh and his crew had a successful fishing trip despite deteriorating ice conditions. They caught nice fish and emphasized the importance of safety and monitoring changing weather conditions.

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable.  Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]