fishing reports montana

Macman’s Flathead Area Fishing Report 8.27.25

Aug-27-25 by Angela Montana

From deep-diving whitefish to bass, pike, and lakers, Flathead’s fall fishing is heating up—if you know where (and how deep) to look…

Big Hole & Beaverhead Rivers Fishing Report 8.26.25

Aug-27-25 by Angela Montana

Closures and hot hopper-dropper action…here’s your brief Dillon-area fishing update…

Lower Thompson River Fishing Report 8.25.25

Aug-26-25 by Angela Montana

Anglers on Lower Thompson are finding the summer heat has the salmon bite slowing until fall….

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.25.25

Aug-25-25 by Angela Montana

“From Canyon Ferry to Holter, walleyes, rainbows, perch—and even a few kokanee—are keeping rods bent for anglers trolling, jigging, and casting in all the right spots…

Jefferson River Fishing Report 8.23.25

Aug-24-25 by Angela Montana

The following report is by Montana Angler out of Bozeman: Drought Closures (fishing prohibited 24 hours) are in effect for […]

The Captain’s Fort Peck Salmon Fishing Day with The Slayer

Aug-23-25 by montanaoutdoor

The Captain and his two buddies from Minnesota Chuck Barth from Warrior Boats and his pal Jeff Dobesh fished with […]

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.21.25

Aug-21-25 by Angela Montana

Hebgen, Quake, and the Upper Madison are producing—just match your flies to the weather and water…

Whitefish Whisperer on Flathead Lake

Aug-20-25 by Angela Montana

Whitefish Whisperer Ross Tate hooked into a hot bite at Skidoo Bay…

Missouri River Fishing Report 8.19.25

Aug-19-25 by Angela Montana

Hot days in Craig mean early trico spinner falls, midday terrestrials, and steady nymphing, with evenings bringing the best bite as temps drop…

Jefferson River Fishing Report 8.23.25

Aug-24-25 by Angela Montana

The following report is by Montana Angler out of Bozeman: Drought Closures (fishing prohibited 24 hours) are in effect for […]

The Captain’s Fort Peck Salmon Fishing Day with The Slayer

Aug-23-25 by montanaoutdoor

The Captain and his two buddies from Minnesota Chuck Barth from Warrior Boats and his pal Jeff Dobesh fished with […]

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.21.25

Aug-21-25 by Angela Montana

Hebgen, Quake, and the Upper Madison are producing—just match your flies to the weather and water…

Whitefish Whisperer on Flathead Lake

Aug-20-25 by Angela Montana

Whitefish Whisperer Ross Tate hooked into a hot bite at Skidoo Bay…

Missouri River Fishing Report 8.19.25

Aug-19-25 by Angela Montana

Hot days in Craig mean early trico spinner falls, midday terrestrials, and steady nymphing, with evenings bringing the best bite as temps drop…

Blackfoot River Fishing Report 8.17.25

Aug-18-25 by Angela Montana

Cooler temps and summer rains have kept the Blackfoot River fishing strong—just get out early, as afternoons are slowing down…

FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.18.25

Aug-18-25 by Angela Montana

Rainbows are being caught on walleye gear, lures or cowbells in the traditional walleye spots as well as the north end of Canyon Ferry….

Fort Peck Salmon Bite Was Hot Thursday, August 14th

Aug-15-25 by Angela Montana

Thursday’s salmon bite on Fort Peck was worth the wait—just ask Braxton and the crew hauling ’em in!

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.14.25

Aug-14-25 by Angela Montana

Late-summer fishing is firing—just match the hatch and mind the midday lull…

Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 8.14.25

Aug-14-25 by Angela Montana

Salmon are picky right now, but stick with your marks and the right flasher-fly combo…be patient, and you will get your bite!