Super Permit chances still on sale through March 15
HELENA – Results for the Smith River Permit lottery are now available through MyFWP. Successful applicants will also be emailed a copy of their permit. The email will serve as the permit itself and should be printed as proof.
Permits are required to float the iconic 59-mile stretch of the Smith River, which is celebrated for its spectacular scenery, remote location and excellent trout fishing.
For applicants who were unsuccessful in the regular permit drawing, Smith River Super Permit chances are available through March 15 for $5 each. One Super Permit winner will be allowed to launch on any date of their choosing. Chances may be purchased online at FWP’s website. The Super Permit drawing will be held soon after the deadline.
Floaters may also call the Smith River reservation and information line at 406-454-5861 beginning Monday, March 2, to request any remaining launch dates or cancelled permits. The call line will be open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Floaters should be aware of the following items this year:
- Pit toilets are no longer provided, and floaters are required to pack out human waste.
- Floater registration will occur via phone, two days in advance of each scheduled launch date. In addition, the river rangers will assign a one-hour time interval for each float group to approach the boat ramp to launch.
- Camp Baker is a day-use only site, with no overnight camping allowed, except for the period of Sept. 1 through Nov. 30.
For more information about Smith River State Park visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/smith-river.
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