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.

A lost GoPro at a grizzly bear center captured fascinating footage of how bears interact with unfamiliar objects—valuable insight for backcountry safety.

A joyful kids ice fishing moment at Hebgen Lake captures laughter, excitement, and winter magic with Kids-N-Snow in West Yellowstone—shared by Garrett Ostler on Saturday, March 7. Watch the video and get inspired for your next family day on the ice.