We’re closing out February with classic late-winter conditions. Some lakes are finally offering decent ice, but thickness still varies, especially on larger reservoirs. Fort Peck and Canyon Ferry have fish being caught, mostly perch and the occasional walleye, but anglers are still checking ice often and avoiding pressure cracks and shoreline edges. Smaller lakes continue to be the safer bet.
Montana Fishing Report (Feb. 28): Late-Winter Ice Update, Where the Bite Is (and What to Avoid)
Closing out February with classic late-winter conditions: some lakes are finally offering decent ice, but thickness varies—especially on larger reservoirs. Here’s the latest on Fort Peck, Canyon Ferry, and why smaller lakes remain the safer bet.
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