Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.20.25

Fresno is 11% full, no inflow & about 40 cfs outflow. Nelson is 66% full with no in or outflow. Best walleye, northern, & perch fishing of these 2 reservoirs is on Nelson. Best methods are tip ups with live minnows on break lines, points & humps. Jig perch in deeper basin areas. If you have forward facing sonar units locate fish first before fishing. The other smaller reservoirs in the area are good fishing for most species. This is the time of year when ice conditions can change rapidly. I am guessing that reservoirs on Beaver Creek & Big Sandy Creek may be used to supplement the Milk River. Be safe on the ice, be careful, & good luck.