
Some types of fish are biting and some are not, and if you’re heading out—bring your snow boots and a good dose of patience…

Ice conditions are all over the map, but so is the fishing—here’s where to drill your next hole and what’s biting across the Helena area reservoirs…

Lake Mary Ronan is locked in with solid ice, plenty of snow cover, and no slush….

Thick ice, shifting ridges, and a hot laker bite—bundle up, stay safe, and get ready for a fun week on the ice!

When Montana’s rivers turn to slush, the spring creeks keep flowing—offering winter anglers a shot at hungry trout in a snowy paradise…

With Fresno low and Nelson holding steady, the walleye, northern, and perch bite is on—tip-ups with live minnows are hot, but jigging’s where it’s at…

Good ice, great fishing—just watch those pressure cracks and keep the jigs moving!

Feb 11th Ice Update via Hell Creek Marina: Everything is 12-14+”Watch the pressure ridges.-30° this morning so no worries about […]

Georgetown Lake is iced up and fishing hot—get out early, stay late, and don’t forget to check the ice..

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a vehicle to open water. Extreme caution should be used when accessing the ice.

We received a fishing report from an angler that would like to remain Anonymous from Nelson Reservoir. He went to […]

Rock Creek ice is getting thicker, the fish are biting, and the hidden pressure ridges are keeping things interesting…read more from Don Wilkins here!

Montana is getting buried in snow, which might be bad for driving but great for trout!

From thick ice to open water, conditions are unpredictable—here’s the latest on where the fish are biting and where to tread carefully.

“Fresno and Nelson are iced over with solid fishing action—proceed with caution, check tournament results at local spots, and grab the Region 6 Pond Guide for the best fishing intel! More from Brian Olson…

Unstable ice and tricky pressure cracks are making travel tough, but the bite is still on—just tread carefully! More from Don Wilkins here…

Ice fishing season is heating up across the region, with reports of good trout, pike, and perch action on several lakes, but remember: ‘No Ice is Safe Ice’ – always check conditions before venturing out!

Ice fishing season is here, but remember—ice conditions can go from solid to sketchy fast, so gear up, stay cautious, and check out the latest fishing hot spots in the Helena area reaservoirs…

We got some hardwater reported all over the state. Time to go poke some holes. Hear both hours of the […]

Ice fishing heats up as Fresno and Nelson gear up for tournaments—get the scoop, but tread lightly on the ice.

Peck has its ice cap, fishing’s heating up, but with sketchy shorelines, safety first! More from Don Wilkins here…

Before you hit the ice, check out the latest update ffrom Hell Creek Marina and where it’s safe to explore. Spoiler alert: not all spots are 4-wheeler friendly.

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]

It is another cold weekend. Hopefully cold enough to make good ice to fish. Hear all of our latest fishing […]

Ice fishing season is on—Fresno and Nelson reservoirs are iced over, but it’s all about timing, depth, and a little tip-up magic for those walleye bites!

Solid ice, a hot perch bite, and walleye keeping us on our toes—find out what worked (and where) on Nelson Reservoir for the Captain and Don Jamison…

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

Winter has come, be careful out there but take advantage of the first ice! Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Woody […]

Before you grab your gear, check the ice—because it can go from “truck safe” to “take a swim” faster than you think!

This info was taken from Flathead Valley Fishing Report group and posted by fellow ice anglers on January 11, 2025:

Hey, this is Bart at Capital Sports with the weekly fishing report for the Helena area. We’re still waiting for […]

From freezing lakes to fishing hotspots, here’s your quick guide from the Macman to where the ice (and fish) are ready in NW Montana…

Ice fishing is on, but watch for gas pockets…

Here is the latest scoop on ice conditions, camping spots and the ice update at Tongue River Reservoir…

Nelson Creek bay ice is shaping up with 7-10 inches in spots, but unpredictable shorelines and thinning areas mean safety first—always check before you step!

Ice fishing alert: Conditions are all over the map in the Helena area reservoirs—think twice before stepping out..

Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for Eastern Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Eddie […]

Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for Southwest Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Garrett […]

Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for Central Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Leonard […]

Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for NorthWest Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Chancy […]

With ice covering Fresno and Nelson reservoirs, it’s time to hit those edges—weed lines, humps and drop-offs are calling your jigs and tip-ups!

With ice thickening and walleye biting, Nelson Creek is shaping up to be the perfect weekend fishing spot—just grab your tip-ups, minnows, and a little luck!
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Garrett Ostler gave us a video on the ice today reviewing conditions and talking about the upcoming Hebgen Lake Ice […]

New year, new ice — here’s the scoop from Tongue River Reservoir State Park.

Henrys Lake anglers, let’s get you caught up on recent happenings, this year’s stocking report, and much more.

Report 1: Chancy from Chancy and Dave’s Fish Camp Report 2: Captain Matt McCombs

It is the last weekend of 2024. Better go find some fish before we ring in the new year. Hear […]

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