Hebgen Lake's elevation is rising, currently at 6,530.53 feet, signaling a positive change after a dry winter. Happy Hour Bar’s views reflect hope for the upcoming summer season.

Drought conditions, low soil moisture and low snowpack are contributing to a forecast of low water supply to Hebgen Reservoir this season.

Hebgen Lake is largely ice-free as of March 30, 2026, signaling an early spring. Unlike some years with ongoing ice fishing, only bar ice cubes remain frozen, hinting at warm weather and potential paddleboarding soon.

Garrett Ostler is relishing the lovely weather and ice conditions at Hebgen Lake, as shared in his video.

Warmer weather across Montana for anglers has created challenges for many ice fishermen, however there is hope on the horizon […]

Have some Hebgen in your head? Here's what Garrett Ostler found out for you….

Hebgen Lake ice……or not?

If Santa’s listening/watching (and you know he is!), this ice report is for him…

The Ice on Hebgen is fantastic this year. Up around the Narrows Area. Ice thickness is anywhere from 8 to […]

Usually, Ice Men are done fishing by the end of March. The lakes begin to melt, and Spring Runoff can […]