Fishing in Montana is a dream come true. Wade into crystal clear lakes or pebble-filled trout streams. Cast your line in the Paradise Valley or on Flathead Lake, only two of many prized locations for anglers in Big Sky Country. While waiting for your big catch, take a moment to see the mountains cascade around you or catch a glimpse of Montana wildlife. It truly is a scene out of "A River Runs Through It."
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Top Spots to Ice Fish in Montana
Montana’s lakes are chock-full of amazing catches. From diverse varieties of trout, to trophy walleye and pike, there are plenty of fish waiting to be caught.
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A Day of Montana Fishing
For fishing guide John Sindland, making the move to Montana in 1990 to pursue his love of fishing was pretty much inevitable.“At that point in my life, all rivers led to Montana,” says John.
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Hoot Owl Restrictions
As the air outside gets warmer, so do the water temperatures in Montana’s rivers. While summertime is prime for casting a line, fishing during the heat of the day can be detrimental to the fish.
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THE Montana Fish
Montana is proud of its trout. With the blackspotted cutthroat trout designated as the state fish, and more than six other kinds of trout swimming through the rivers and lakes, there is no shortage of the fish around here.
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On the Water in Montana
Montana is the best place to spend a summer, and there’s nothing quite like a hot day spent out on the water. With lakes, rivers, streams and ponds in abundance throughout the state, the options for recreation are endless.
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Conservation Licenses: Do You Need One?
Montana has over 30 million acres of public lands for its residents and visitors to utilize. Enjoying the outdoors here is easy and accessible — it just takes a little planning before you head out.
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