Sep 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.15.25
Walleye, rainbows, perch, and even kokanee are giving anglers plenty of options around Helena-area reservoirs, with the best action coming on cowbells, crawler rigs, and jigs in deeper water…
Sep 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bighorn River Fishing Report 9.11.25
The fish are still biting—dry flies are tricky, but nymphs, terrestrials, and streamers are putting anglers on the water…
Sep 12, 2025 · Angela Montana
Yellowstone National Park Fishing Report 9.11.25
Yellowstone’s Firehole, Madison, and Gibbon Rivers are fully open for fall, with rising trout, mayfly hatches, and early migratory fish…
Sep 12, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 9.12.25
It was a great week on the water at Fort Peck!
Sep 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 9.11.25
Cooler weather, hungry trout, and falling leaves—Montana’s lakes and rivers are heating up for fall fishing, and it’s the perfect time to break out your favorite flies!
Sep 10, 2025 · Angela Montana
Kootenai River Fishing Report 9.7.25
The Kootenai is running clear and steady at 6,200 cfs, with terrific late-summer dry fly action..
Sep 10, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Pablo Reservoir closed for invasive species treatment
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, in coordination with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Flathead Irrigation Project, will be treating invasive species in Pablo Reservoir Sept 8th-12th, 2025.
Sep 10, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Former catch-and-release state record holder gets dethroned…by his wife
Angler Brandi Holt’s 44-inch flathead catfish edges out her husband’s prior record by two inches.
Sep 9, 2025 · Angela Montana
East Fork of Bitterroot River Fishing Report 9.8.25
With low, clear flows and pods of rising trout, the East Fork is serving up technical but rewarding fall fishing for those willing to wade quietly and fish smart…
Sep 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Seeley Lake Boat Launch Improvement Project Begins September 8
Construction on the Seeley Lake Boat Launch Project will begin on September 8, 2025, and is scheduled to continue through October 17, 2025.
Sep 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Update: Fishing reopens without restrictions on select rivers in Yellowstone National Park
Effective immediately, select rivers and streams that were partially closed to fishing due to warm water temperatures and low flows are now open without restrictions.
Sep 8, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.8.25
Canyon Ferry’s walleyes are on the chew, with bottom bouncers and bright colors pulling fish from the depths for anglers willing to chase them…
Sep 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
Gallatin River Fishing Report 9.5.25
With the Gallatin clear and active, foamy terrestrials, caddis, and well-placed droppers are putting fish on the line as summer winds down…
Sep 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 9.5.25
From twitching tricos on Quake Lake to hungry browns on the Upper Madison, Montana’s rivers are calling for nimble nymphs, flashy streamers, and a keen eye for the next hatch…
Sep 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 9.5.25
Big salmon on flashers and flies, lake trout stacked deep, and steady walleye and pike action on crankbaits make for excellent fishing right now…
Sep 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
Missouri River Fishing Report 9.3.25
From hoppers to streamers, the Missouri River below Holter Dam is serving up plenty of action as healthy trout ride out summer and big browns start moving into pre-spawn mode…
Sep 3, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana DEQ Denies Petition to Modify the Selenium Standard for Lake Koocanusa
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has denied the petition for rulemaking to modify the selenium water column standard for Lake Koocanusa and the definition of steady state.
Sep 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Captain’s Fort Peck Salmon Weekend Recap 9.2.25
It’s been a grind on Fort Peck lately, but Captain and crew still managed to turn a slow bite into […]
Sep 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.2.25
The perch bite has been amazing lately inside the Canyon and around other points and weed beds throughout Holter while using jigs and worms…"
Sep 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bighorn River Fishing Report 9.1.25
Drifts, Bugs, and Bighorn Gold….here's the latest report for the Bighorn River…
Aug 31, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Harmful algal blooms confirmed on several Montana waterbodies
The organisms that produce HABs (cyanobacteria) are a natural part of Montana’s waters, but when conditions are right, their populations can grow and potentially release toxins into the water. Low water levels this time of year can increase the presence of HABs, especially in areas of shallow and warmer water.
Aug 31, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Fishing partially reopens on select rivers in Yellowstone National Park
Effective immediately, select rivers and streams that had been previously closed due to high water temperatures and low flows in Yellowstone National Park will partially reopen to fishing due to recent cooler temperatures and rainfall.
Aug 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Just One Pattern
Could you fish a whole season with just one fly? One angler’s ‘Coachman Summer’ proves it might just make you a better fisherman…read more from Montana Grant here…
Aug 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 8.28.25
The salmon bite is still solid…
Aug 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Macman’s Flathead Area Fishing Report 8.27.25
From deep-diving whitefish to bass, pike, and lakers, Flathead’s fall fishing is heating up—if you know where (and how deep) to look…
Aug 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Big Hole & Beaverhead Rivers Fishing Report 8.26.25
Closures and hot hopper-dropper action…here’s your brief Dillon-area fishing update…
Aug 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Tanner and Dylan Reel In Success at Fort Peck
Tanner and Dylan turned Montana Outdoor Radio Show tips into some nice trophies!
Aug 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
Lower Thompson River Fishing Report 8.25.25
Anglers on Lower Thompson are finding the summer heat has the salmon bite slowing until fall….
Aug 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
Missouri River Fishing Report 8.24.25
August on the Mo’ is tricky but fishy…
Aug 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Pull of Peck and Black Jaw Fever
From 30-pound salmon to a fresh case of ‘Black Jaw Fever,’ Richard and Sheri Russell prove that when adventure calls at Fort Peck, they’re always ready to answer!
Aug 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.25.25
“From Canyon Ferry to Holter, walleyes, rainbows, perch—and even a few kokanee—are keeping rods bent for anglers trolling, jigging, and casting in all the right spots…
Aug 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Jefferson River Fishing Report 8.23.25
The following report is by Montana Angler out of Bozeman: Drought Closures (fishing prohibited 24 hours) are in effect for […]
Aug 23, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
The Captain’s Fort Peck Salmon Fishing Day with The Slayer
The Captain and his two buddies from Minnesota Chuck Barth from Warrior Boats and his pal Jeff Dobesh fished with […]
Aug 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.21.25
Hebgen, Quake, and the Upper Madison are producing—just match your flies to the weather and water…
Aug 21, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Harmful Aglal Blooms Confirmed at Hebgen Reservoir – Adivsory Issued
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are present on Hebgen Reservoir in the Rainbow Point
Campground area. Routine monitoring of Hebgen has confirmed the presence of anatoxin- which poses a risk to people, pets, and livestock.
Aug 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Fishing Report 8.21.25
Salmon fishing on Peck is heating back up…
Aug 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Whitefish Whisperer on Flathead Lake
Whitefish Whisperer Ross Tate hooked into a hot bite at Skidoo Bay…
Aug 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Missouri River Fishing Report 8.19.25
Hot days in Craig mean early trico spinner falls, midday terrestrials, and steady nymphing, with evenings bringing the best bite as temps drop…
Aug 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
Blackfoot River Fishing Report 8.17.25
Cooler temps and summer rains have kept the Blackfoot River fishing strong—just get out early, as afternoons are slowing down…
Aug 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.18.25
Rainbows are being caught on walleye gear, lures or cowbells in the traditional walleye spots as well as the north end of Canyon Ferry….
Aug 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Salmon Bite Was Hot Thursday, August 14th
Thursday’s salmon bite on Fort Peck was worth the wait—just ask Braxton and the crew hauling 'em in!
Aug 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.14.25
Late-summer fishing is firing—just match the hatch and mind the midday lull…
Aug 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 8.14.25
Salmon are picky right now, but stick with your marks and the right flasher-fly combo…be patient, and you will get your bite!
Aug 13, 2025 · Angela Montana
Macman’s Flathead Fishing Report 8.8.25
Whitefish are heading deeper, but at the right spots…
Aug 13, 2025 · Angela Montana
Kootenai River Fishing Report 8.12.25
Big dries, hungry trout, and steady flows—summer on the Kootenai doesn’t get much better…
Aug 12, 2025 · Angela Montana
Paradise Valley Spring Creeks Fishing Report 8.12.25
Paradise Valley Spring Creeks are fishing tough but paying off big—gear up right and you’ll be rewarded.
Aug 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
Pro Angler Randy Blaukat Calls Forward Facing Sonar “Destructive”
Do you agree with Randy Blaukat?
Aug 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
Upper Madison River Fishing Report 8.11.25
Hopper season is firing on the Upper Madison, with big foam, terrestrials, and streamers all finding eager trout before the afternoon heat…
Aug 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
Boulder River Fishing Report, August 2025
With low flows and warm afternoons, the Boulder River’s summer bite favors early starts, dry-dropper rigs, and a good hike away from the crowds…
Aug 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.11.25
From Canyon Ferry to Holter, anglers are reeling in walleye, rainbows, perch, and the occasional kokanee…