According to anglers posting in a local fishing group, the salmon bite on the Little Bitterroot Lake is slow, but the trout are hitting around 15 to 20 feet. If you’re heading out, try glow-in-the-dark jig heads with some worms for the best luck. Just be prepared to trek through over a foot of snow—because Bitterroot isn’t making it easy. And fair warning… recent reports have been a bit on the “sour” side, so keep those expectations in check!
Bitterroot Lake Fishing Update 2.17.25
Some types of fish are biting and some are not, and if you’re heading out—bring your snow boots and a good dose of patience…
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