With more shoreline than the coast of California, Fort Peck Lake is a legendary bucket-list destination where monster walleye, aggressive pike, and hard-fighting lake trout thrive.
The Proof: Over 100 Pounds to Win at Crooked Creek
If you need proof that the bite is absolutely on fire, look no further than the recent Crooked Creek Walleye Tournament (May 16–17). It was a total heavyweight battle where it took over 100 pounds of fish just to secure the top spot!
Chris McFadden and Brem Phipps crushed the competition with a mind-boggling two-day total of 102.04 pounds, closely followed by Dylan Sanders and Keigan Ingram at 99.75 pounds. Click here to check out the full Crooked Creek final results.
Next Up: Register for the 2026 Montana Governor’s Cup
Ready to get in on the action? The premier event of the summer—the 39th Annual Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament—is happening July 9–11, 2026, out of Fort Peck Marina.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a casual weekend angler, here is part of why you need to sign up:
- All-New Stuff & Upgraded Prizes: This year is packed with incredible new event features, upgraded prize packages, a Thursday night Calcutta, and a massive Friday night fish fry.
- You Don’t Have to Be a Pro to Win Cash: Thanks to a massive array of flight prizes, side pots, raffle boards, and a 50/50 drawing, you don’t even have to be a top-tier angler to walk away with serious cash.
Don’t wait until the boat ramps fill up. Head over to the official page to register for the Montana Governor’s Cup today!