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We have ICE at Fort Peck!

Discover the latest conditions from Don Wilkins, uncover hot spots and learn crucial safety tips for a successful weekend on the ice!

Don Wilkins says Nelson Creek’s ice action is still hot! Just watch for slushy spots and keep your safety gear handy—this week’s catch is worth the caution!

Montana’s Fort Peck Reservoir is more than just a body of water—it’s a cornerstone of outdoor recreation and ecological diversity […]

Current Fishing Report for Fort Peck Reservoir – December 2024 Winter has arrived at Fort Peck Reservoir, and anglers are […]

Thin ice, big catches! Nelson Creek offered walleye, pike, catfish, and even a ling this weekend, but the ice is sketchy—stay safe out there

Don Wilkins captured the aftermath of a chase that didn’t go a muley buck’s way.

We didn’t fish the lake this past week due to the cold and instead made a run down fishing the […]

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Fort Peck fisheries and hatchery staff wrapped up the annual Chinook salmon egg-taking efforts on […]

The Fort Peck Dam will continue to release just under 9000 cubic feet per second below the dam until later […]

Wind, wind, and wind, We had some good success early in the week trolling the deep contours from the marina […]

If you are a history buff, or if you like everything Fort Peck, here is something for you!  

Don Wilkins captured the aftermath of a chase that didn’t go a muley buck’s way.

We didn’t fish the lake this past week due to the cold and instead made a run down fishing the […]

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Fort Peck fisheries and hatchery staff wrapped up the annual Chinook salmon egg-taking efforts on […]

The Fort Peck Dam will continue to release just under 9000 cubic feet per second below the dam until later […]

Wind, wind, and wind, We had some good success early in the week trolling the deep contours from the marina […]

If you are a history buff, or if you like everything Fort Peck, here is something for you!  

Test releases from Fort Peck to assess the potential benefits of alternative management scenarios for the pallid sturgeon will begin […]

Listen to the February 10th interview with Tayler Michaels of the Jason Mitchell Outdoors TV Show and Podcast, on how […]

Bass fishing is a great sport but is limited in Montana. Since bass are not native to our state, the […]

Final Walleye Spawn Update, May 5, 2023 by Fort Peck Reservoir Biologist Heath Headley Wow… The walleye trap netting and […]

Fort Peck is full of history.  We know we have posted facts in the past, but with open-water fishing’s arrival, […]