Aug 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Family Fishing Salmon Success at Fort Peck
Check out this fishing adventure! Randy and Cody Goodman from Billings teamed up with Jody and Kathy Goodman from Great […]
Aug 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
26-inch long Whitefish caught on Flathead lake
Thomas Bennett from Stevensville had an epic day fishing with his dad Matt on Flathead Lake. The youngster pulled in […]
Jul 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.24.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (July 22, 2024) Walleye and perch fishing has […]
Jul 24, 2024 · Angela Montana
Whitefish Bite in Flathead Lake
Ross Tate of Missoula hit Flathead Lake on Tuesday, July 23rd between the Narrows and then over to SkiDoo Bay, […]
Jul 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tourney Final Results
Congrats to Clay and Brem Phipps for snagging the top spot at the 2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tournament with an […]
Jul 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
Phipps Team Leading Day One of the 2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tournament
Introducing the day one leaders at the 2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tourney at Fort Peck! Clyde Phipps and Brem Phipps […]
Jul 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.12.24
Fresno is 76% full. 0 inflow & 876 cfs outflow. Walleye & northern fishing is good. The reservoir is being […]
Jul 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.4.24
Fresno is 84% full. Inflow 9 cfs & outflow 100 cfs. With water level staying stabile, walleye & northern fishing […]
Jul 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.3.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (July 1, 2024) A few Kokanee are being […]
Jun 24, 2024 · Angela Montana
Hell Creek Ladies Walleye Tournament Results
This past Saturday, Hell Creek Marina buzzed with excitement as 30 teams competed in the Ladies Hell Creek Walleye Tournament. […]
Jun 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Fischer, Hinderager win first place at Canyon Ferry Walleye Festival!
Congratulations to Ty Hinderager and Matt Fischer! Seventy-four teams competed in the Canyon Ferry Walleye Tournament this weekend. In first […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Fall Mack Days–early starting date
FYI-Earlier dates for Fall Mack Days—event has moved up 2 weeks. No website yet so wanted to get this information […]
Jun 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
FINAL Results for the 2024 Rock Creek Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck
The results are in, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share the news with you! A huge congratulations to […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
When a playful prank on the young fisherman is too hard to resist
There’s something magical about seasoned fishermen taking kids out for a day of fishing. Whether they are experienced or a […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
It was Family and Friend Week at Fort Peck
The Captain had two of his brothers, Pat and Dan Ward, plus hometown buddies Don Cyre and Dick Donley, visit […]
May 28, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.28.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye and rainbows are being caught by anglers trolling Slow Death rigs and a worm with bottom bouncers or crankbaits […]
May 27, 2024 · Angela Montana
Catfishing the Yellowstone
Ken Young, of Billings shared a great catch by his son, Kenny. Just 30 minutes downstream from Billings Saturday night. […]
May 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.20.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye and rainbows are being caught by anglers trolling Slow Death rigs with bottom bouncers or crankbaits in 25 feet […]
May 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
NOTICE: Crooked Creek Walleye Classic Fishing Tournament Day 2 Postponed
Please note that the Crooked Creek Walleye Classic Fishing Tournament’s second and final day has been postponed to Sunday, May […]
May 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno & Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 5.16.24
Fresno is 86% full. Inflow 1206 cfs & outflow 45 cfs. Some have had limited success, fish in 10’ to […]
May 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Spring Mack Days Final Results
The 2024 Spring Mack Days Event on Flathead Lake sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes ended Saturday May […]
May 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Another Monster Walleye out of Peck
Congratulations to Dan Peterson of Lewistown, who landed and released this impressive walleye just a couple of Sundays ago at […]
May 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 5.5.24
Montana Hebgen: The ice is almost completely off the arms and main lake respectively, with what’s left being centralized around the […]
May 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report 5.1.24
Fresno is 48% full, inflow 567 inflow, outflow is 42 cfs. Main ramp at the dam is open. Fishing has […]
Apr 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 4.29.24
*Pardon our dust, The first report of the year is always a rough one! The Gallatin as well as the […]
Apr 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 4.24.24
Before diving into the fishing report, check out this article that explains the difference between anglers and fishermen. Please check the fishing regulations before […]
Apr 24, 2024 · Angela Montana
Big Walleye Time on Fort Peck
Gary Rueb from Plentywood had a fantastic day out fishing with the Captain on Wednesday. Gary landed an impressive 29-inch […]
Apr 22, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Spring Mack Days-Week 6 Update
There is Up to $225,000 in Cash and Prizes sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by […]
Apr 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 4.18.24
Fresno is 37% full, inflow 105 cfs & outflow 41 cfs. Most fish are in the spawning mode. Search for […]
Apr 15, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Spring Mack Days – Week 5 Results
Flathead Lake 2024 Spring Mack Days, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, […]
Mar 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP schedules virtual meeting to discuss proposed fishing regulations changes
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host a virtual meeting to gather input for the 2025-26 fishing regulations. The […]
Mar 28, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.28.24
Fresno is 30% full. Inflow 176 cfs & outflow is 40 cfs. Nelson is 80% full. Inflow 200 cfs & […]
Mar 28, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 3.27.24
Before diving into the fishing report, check out this article that explains the difference between anglers and fishermen. Please check […]
Mar 15, 2024 · Angela Montana
Tiber Toads!
Greg Foley had a blast hitting the waters of Tiber last weekend with his son-in-law, Ben Hileman from Havre! Ben […]
Mar 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Row vs Wade: The Proper Etiquette Between Wading and Drift Boat/Raft Anglers by Neal Cote
On any river here in Western Montana, as well as everywhere across the state, anglers share a common pursuit. However, […]
Mar 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Nelson 3.1.24
Fresno is 23% full and rising. I got blown off the reservoir yesterday. There was still about 2’ of ice […]
Feb 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.26.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
Feb 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 2.15.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (February 15, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
Feb 15, 2024 · Angela Montana
2023-2024 Fishing License Valid through February
Reminder to purchase your 2024-2025 fishing license. Your 2023-2024 fishing license is valid for the rest of February.
Feb 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Spring Mack Days-Just one month away!
Up to $225,000 in Cash and Prizes sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes will be awarded in the […]
Feb 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP seeks public comment on open water fishing contests for 2024
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on open water fishing contests proposed for the 2024 open […]
Jan 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
Giant Fort Peck Walleye
Don Wilkins has been hitting the ice on Fort Peck Reservoir quite often lately. Like any angler, he’s experienced his […]
Jan 27, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 1.26.24
Fresno is 22% full. There is 18” and more ice in most areas. Fish the basin areas in about 20’ […]
Jan 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
Reeling in Success: Holter Perch Ice Fishing
John Shuler, Bill West and Tim Rauser out of Townsend fished Tuesday the 23rd on Holter. The trio used K-mags […]
Jan 15, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.15.24 by FWP
There is no fishing report for the week of 1/15/24. With the extreme cold temperatures, we did not have FWP […]
Jan 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 1.11.24
Fresno is 23% full. Fishing is fair. For best results in daytime fish the deeper basin areas, if you are […]
Jan 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena area reservoirs Fishing Report for the week of 1.8.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a vehicle […]
Jan 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
Nelson Reservoir Ice Fishing Tournament, Jan 27
Gear up for an unforgettable day on the ice at the Nelson Reservoir Ice Classic Fishing Tournament, a tribute to […]
Dec 27, 2023 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 12.27.23
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (December 27, 2023) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
Dec 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 12.5.23
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (December 5, 2023) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]