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Flathead Valley MT Ice and Fishing Report 1.27.26
Chancy and Dave’s Fish Camp reports that ice fishing is underway across Flathead Valley lakes. Ice thickness varies, with good catches of perch and salmon noted, while caution is advised.
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Walleye Limits: Minnesota’s Fishing Dilemma..Is MT Next?
Minnesota may reduce its daily walleye limit from six to four due to environmental pressures and advanced fishing technology, prompting questions about similar actions in Montana’s fisheries.
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Fort Peck, MT Fishing Report: Ice Depth and Access for January 26
As of January 26, Fort Peck Reservoir has 5 to 6 inches of solid ice, with good access roads and minimal snow. Tune in to the Montana Outdoor Radio Show for updates.
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Helena, MT Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.26.26
Ice conditions vary greatly, affecting fishing opportunities. Rainbows, kokanee, and perch are being caught with specific baits in various locations.
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Fort Peck Marina Ice Conditions Update
Fort Peck Marina reported on January 24th that ice formation has occurred entirely on the north side, and they hope for calm winds to aid in building more ice over the upcoming week.
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January 24th Fort Peck Ice Conditions Report
On January 24th, Hell Creek Marina reported ice conditions: a thickness of 9-12 inches from Boy Scout to Lucky Point, 4 inches from Lucky Point to Peterson Point, and 3 inches across the main area to Sutherland Bay. These conditions are favorable for activities.
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Winter Fishing Tips for Missouri River
As cold temperatures set in, fishing strategies shift to slow and deep techniques on the Missouri River. Target silty bottoms with double nymph rigs, while spey anglers successfully use swung flies in shallow waters. Pike are more active in back sloughs, responding to slow retrieves.
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Montana Fishing Report – January 24th 2026
Ice is here, in different places, and fishing is to be had. Listen here for reports on your favorite spots […]
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.22.26
The bite is still hot—but timing is everything right now. Here’s what’s working and where to be careful…
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Gallatin River Fishing Report 1.20.26
Don’t Skip the Gallatin—This Simple Setup Is Moving Big Fish Right Now…
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Helena, MT Area Reservoirs Fishing/Ice Report 1.20.26
Anglers should exercise extreme caution, as ice conditions vary greatly. Currently, there is no safe ice at Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter, with limited fishing success at Helena Valley.
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Flathead Valley Ice and Fishing Report 1.19.26
Good Ice, Active Fish, and a Few Red Flags—This Week’s Flathead Valley Report Is Here…
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Lower Madison Fishing Report 1.18.26
Size 18 Flies, Big Results…Here’s What’s Working Right Now on the Madison
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Northwest Montana: Macman’s Fishing Report 1.15.26
Winter Forgot to Freeze—So Where Did the Fish Go?
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.16.26
The fish are stacked—here’s how they’re catching them….
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Georgetown Lake Ice and Fishing Report 1.14.26
Solid ice is growing fast—and the kokanee are big enough to make Georgetown Lake worth a second look…
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Upper Madison River Fishing Report 1.13.26
Cold temps, hot bite…the Upper Madison trout are eating like winter never existed…
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Bighorn River Fishing Report 1.13.26
The Bighorn is fishing way better than it should be right now—here’s the rig everyone is using….
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Yellowstone National Park Fishing Report 1.12.26
Bison roaming, crowds gone, and winter fish still biting. The season may be “closed,” but secret stretches of Yellowstone are wide open—midday midge hatches, sneaky nymph eats, and cold-water streamer action included. Here’s why now might be the most underrated time to fish the Park…
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Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report 1.10.26
When high pressure stalls the bite, these baits keep rods bending…
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Georgetown Lake Ice Report 1.9.26
Scott and Mary reported good ice conditions in some spots and fishing varied at Georgetown Lake.
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Bighorn River Fishing Report 1.5.26
Yellow Dog Fly Fishing says the Bighorn is fishing better than you’d expect for winter with great weather, hot nymphing, and just enough streamer action to keep things interesting…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.2.26
Peck is starting to look real inviting—thicker ice and more fish!
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 12.24.25
The bite was on… but not without a few surprises….
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NW Montana Fishing Report 12.21.25
Ice fishing is heating up around Kalispell and Whitefish, with solid ice, active perch and pike, and some of the best action of the season right now.
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Gallatin River Fishing Report 12.15.25
Winter anglers are finding success on the Gallatin… if they fish it right…
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Yellowstone and Spring Creeks Fishing Report 12.11.25
It Is Holiday Trout Season, and Here Is How to Score in Paradise Valley Right Now!
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 12.12.25
Fort Peck offered just enough ice to wet a line and just enough weather drama to keep things interesting…
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Cold Water, Big Opportunity–Here Are The Fly Patterns You Need Right Now
Blustery Days and and big fish….Here’s how to beat the cold and find the browns…
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Southwest Montana December 2025 Trout Report
Think winter fishing is dead? Southwest Montana’s trout are about to prove you wrong…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 12.5.25
Winter’s Here—Time to Prep, Protect, and Get Back Out There!!
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Yellowstone River Fishing Report 12.2.25
Before you even think about launching your boat, read this winter fishing update…
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Stillwater River Fishing Report 11.28.25
Winter Is Closing In on the Stillwater—Are You Ready for the Last Good Bite?
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Yellowstone River and Spring Creeks Fishing Report 11.30.25
When the weather can’t make up its mind, the fishing often gets great. Case in point…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 11.28.25
Ice Hunters: Why We’re Heading North After What We Found at Nelson Creek…
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Lower Madison Fishing Report 11.26.25
Lower Madison Fishing Is ON FIRE Right Now—Here’s What You Need to Catch Big!
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Gallatin River Fishing Report 11.24.25
Gallatin Goes Full Winter Mode—Here’s When It Actually Fishes Best…
