VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 18, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Nelson 9.14.23

Fresno is 29% full. Inflow is 52 cfs and outflow is 100 cfs. Fishing for walleyes is fair. Best areas are on the south end of the reservoir. Leeches on bobbers is working the best in about 15’ of water. Nelson is 76% full. Inflow is 376 cfs with no outflow. Walleye fishing is good.…

Fresno is 29% full. Inflow is 52 cfs and outflow is 100 cfs. Fishing for walleyes is fair. Best areas are on the south end of the reservoir. Leeches on bobbers is working the best in about 15’ of water. Nelson is 76% full. Inflow is 376 cfs with no outflow. Walleye fishing is good. Best fishing is in 15’ – 20’ of water along the weed edges. Most techniques for walleyes are working especially with live minnows.


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