Fishing reports from Missouri River reservoirs highlight successful spots and techniques for anglers, including hot rainbow trout action at Holter and deeper walleye and perch opportunities at Canyon Ferry and Hauser.

Spring fishing in the Helena valley is improving, with notable action in Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter lakes. Anglers report success with various baits as fish awaken and prepare to spawn.

Montana FWP’s latest Helena-area reservoir update: ice is extremely variable, with open water in spots. Here’s where anglers are finding rainbows, walleye, perch, kokanee, and burbot—plus what’s being used and where conditions are unsafe.