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Montana Fishing Reports for May 10th 2025

May-10-25 by Kamp Cook

Hear from local guides and outdoor insiders across the state with this week’s Montana fishing report. From Fort Peck to […]

Montana Fishing Reports

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 5.8.25

May-09-25 by Angela Montana

Spring has sprung on the Madison River, and the trout are biting—time to dust off your waders and hit the water!

Don Wilkins Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.8.25

May-08-25 by Angela Montana

From feisty pike that’ll hit anything to bass moving in like spring breakers, the bite is hot—if you’re willing to move, jig, and maybe dodge a few overachieving lake trout…

Glacier National Park Area Fishing Report 5.5.25

May-07-25 by Angela Montana

When spring runoff turns rivers into washing machines, it’s time to fish smart, wade safe, and trust that the trout haven’t gone far—they’re just hunkered down waiting for your flashy fly to find them…

Boulder River Fishing Report 5.5.25

May-06-25 by Angela Montana

The Boulder River’s still chilly and climbing, but a cold snap could clear things up…

Big Hole River Fishing Report 5.2.25

May-05-25 by Angela Montana

The Big Hole is fishing well, with nymphs and streamers doing the heavy lifting while spring flows and sunshine keep things interesting…

FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.5.25

May-05-25 by Angela Montana

From shoreline strikes to deep-water trolls, rainbows and walleyes are keeping Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter anglers reeling in the action—no matter your bait, there’s a bite waiting…

Kootenai River Fishing Report 5.2.25

May-04-25 by Angela Montana

The Kootenai’s heating up (well, slowly)—from midge hatches to streamer pulls and dry fly eats, here’s your weekly fix of flows, flies, and fishy intel, with a side of Sox talk.

Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.1.25

May-01-25 by Angela Montana

From deep water surprises to shoreline hotspots, this week brought a little bit of everything at Fort Peck.

Missouri River Fishing Report 4.29.25

Apr-30-25 by Angela Montana

The bugs are waking up and the trout are eating—Craig’s tailwater is heating up before runoff….

Montana Tourney Trail

2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 8 Update

May-05-25 by Angela Montana

The 100-fish limit was no match for Mack Days anglers on Flathead Lake, as records tumbled and lines stayed tight in a crazy weekend of nonstop lake trout action…

Echo Lake Big Sky Bass Bash results from April 26

May-02-25 by Angela Montana

Bass season just kicked off—and let’s just say, the opening weekend didn’t disappoint at the Echo Lake Big Sky Bass Bash…

2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 7 Update

Apr-28-25 by Angela Montana

Flathead Lake anglers are smashing records at the 2025 Spring Mack Days, hooking tens of thousands of lake trout — and there’s still time to join the action…

2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 6 Update

Apr-21-25 by Angela Montana

Only 19 fish away from a record-breaking Spring Mack Days — and with $225,000 in prizes still up for grabs, it’s not too late to reel in your shot at glory!

2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 5 Update

Apr-14-25 by Angela Montana

Thousands of fish, millions of memories, and one elusive $10,000 trout—Mack Days is in full swing….

2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 4 Update

Apr-07-25 by Angela Montana

The lake is heating up—record numbers, warm weather, and big prizes!

2025 Spring Mack Days-Week 3 Update

Mar-31-25 by Angela Montana

With over 20,000 lake trout already logged, Mack Days 2025 is off to a record-breaking start—big fish, big prizes, and one very elusive $10,000 trout named Willy still waiting to be caught!

2025 Spring Mack Days-Week 2 Update

Mar-24-25 by Angela Montana

With thousands of lake trout caught and $225,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs, the big question remains—will anyone reel in “Willy,” the elusive $10,000 fish?

2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 1 Update

Mar-17-25 by Angela Montana

With $225,000 in prizes and a $10,000 tagged “Willy” lurking beneath the surface, Flathead Lake’s Mack Days is a fishing frenzy where fortunes change with every “Fish On! Here’s the Week 1 update!

Montana Outdoor Podcast

MT Outdoor Podcast New Episode Drop

May-10-25 by Angela Montana

Get hooked on this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast as the pros share smart, tangle-free tips to organize your gear and upgrade your next fishing trip. Check it out now!

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MT Outdoor Podcast: Where Little Fish Go To Get Big…And We Mean Really Big

May-03-25 by Angela Montana

The 2025 Walleye Egg Collection is in the Books. Rigger and the Captain Take a Deep Dive Into What it all Means For Montana’s Walleye Fishermen & Women…

Exclusive Sneak Peek: Inside the 2025 Walleye Egg Collection and What’s Next for Montana Fishermen

May-02-25 by Angela Montana

What do Walleye eggs, a surprise guest, and Jurassic Park have in common? We have a sneak peek into the latest amazing Montana Outdoor Podcast episode…

MT Outdoor Podcast: Are These the Kokanee Salmon You Were Looking For?

Apr-26-25 by Angela Montana

Time for Your Refresher Course on How to Catch HUGE Kokanee Salmon in Holter & Hauser Reservoirs From Kit & Trevor Johnson of Kit’s Tackle Outfitters…

Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Return of the Reservoir Giants with Kit & Trevor Johnson

Apr-25-25 by Angela Montana

Think those monster Kokanee were a fluke? Think again—Kit and Trevor are back to spill the secrets before the season heats up!

Outdoor How-To

How To De-Skunk Your Dog

Apr-01-25 by Angela Montana

That “special” new scent your dog is rocking? Yeah, here’s one way to get rid of that…

How To Win the Recall Battle with Your Dog

Mar-21-25 by Angela Montana

Tired of playing keep-away with your dog while you’re at hunting camp, fishing, on the trapline or hunting? Even well-trained dogs have their moments! Learn the secret to achieving total recall—no chasing required!

A Feud Over Filleting Has The Internet Debating the ‘Right’ Way to Clean a Pike

Mar-19-25 by Angela Montana

When it comes to filleting a northern pike, the internet has spoken—and, as usual, everybody is right and wrong, simultaneously….

MT Wildlife

Grizzly Bear and Black Bear

May-05-25 by Angela Montana

When grizzlies and black bears meet, it can sometimes be less of a friendly forest reunion and more a heavyweight smackdown…

Porkys

May-01-25 by Angela Montana

Armored in 30,000 quills and smelling like exotic cheese, the porcupine is nature’s most misunderstood, chew-happy, and surprisingly tasty pincushion. Read more from Montana Grant here…

Montana Hunting

Man gored by bison in Yellowstone National Park

May-07-25 by Moosetrack Megan

On May 4, 2025, a 47-year-old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park.

Big Things Come in Small Packages

May-04-25 by Angela Montana

Think state records are only for monster fish? Think again….

Viral Stories

In 1916 They Blew Up A Yellowstone Grizzly Bear with Dynamite After it Killed A Man

Apr-07-25 by montanaoutdoor

In 1916, Yellowstone National Park recorded its first officially documented fatal grizzly bear attack. The victim, Frank Welch, a 61-year-old […]

Irish Woman Sues Wyoming Dude Ranch After Bear Spray Incident Leaves Her Injured

Apr-01-25 by montanaoutdoor

An Irish woman, Lorraine Learmont, has filed a lawsuit against the Triangle C Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming, following an incident […]

Watch This Elk Play a Friendly Game of Backyard Soccer

Mar-31-25 by montanaoutdoor

This smart and friendly elk has serious footwork when it comes to soccer.

Montana FWP

WMAs Are Opening Soon: Time to Get Wild (Respectfully)

May-09-25 by Angela Montana
FWP

Time to dust off the binoculars—Montana’s wild VIP lounges are opening for the season, but remember: you’re a guest, not the main attraction….

Emergency Closures Alert

May-08-25 by Angela Montana

Portion of Big Hole River closed temporarily due to Sawlog Fire

Wild Game Recipes