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Don Willkins’ Weekly Fort Peck MT Fishing Report 4.2.26
Walleye and Northern pike fishing at Peck has been productive, especially with 1/4 ounce jigs. Lakers are also being caught using crankbaits in deeper waters. Water temperatures remain cold.
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Is the Boulder River Ready for Spring Fishing?
The Boulder River is still experiencing winter conditions despite the arrival of spring. While fishing is decent, especially with smaller nymph patterns, water temperatures remain low. Anglers are encouraged to…
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Great Falls MT Area Spring Fishing Report
The Missouri River is awakening for spring fishing, featuring midges, rising trout, and post-spawn pike, creating ideal conditions for anglers seeking diverse rewards.
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Spring Fishing Conditions: Stillwater River Update
The Stillwater River is returning to cool spring conditions after a brief warm spell. Fishing improves gradually as water temperatures rise, with peak productivity typically after spring runoff.
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Canyon Ferry’s Sunken Tree Hotspots: Where Walleye Are Stacking Now
Canyon Ferry is post-ice-out and walleye are stacking near submerged Christmas tree structure. Here’s exactly where to target them this spring.
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Gallatin River Fishing Report: Conditions & Hatches
The Gallatin is currently playing a bit of a “wait and see” game after the recent warm spell gave the water some color, but don’t let a little turbidity ruin…
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5 Montana Walleye Reservoirs to Fish Before April Runoff Muddies the Water
Target Montana’s top 5 reservoirs for prime walleye fishing in late March before April’s snowmelt turns clear waters muddy and shuts down this golden pre-runoff window.
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Latest Fishing Update from the Macman, March 27
Spring brings fishing opportunities as local waters awaken. The Macman’s March 27 report outlines hotspots like Yellow Bay and the Delta, while highlighting the impending salmon season at Lake Mary…
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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Fishing Update: Early Season Insights
Fort Peck is thawing, with Duck Creek and Marina bays mostly ice-free. Caution is advised due to floating ice and debris. Fishing for walleye and pike is improving but remains…
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The Upper Madison Midday Hustle: Why You Should Be Fishing (Not Working) Right Now
The Upper Madison River is waking up for fishing. Optimal hours are 11 AM to 4 PM, focusing on nymphing techniques. Midge hatches are currently prominent, with Blue Winged Olives…
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Missouri River Rainbows Are Peaking Right Now — Before Runoff Hits
Late March is your last clear-water shot at Missouri River rainbows. Here’s where to fish, what rigs are working, and how long you have left.
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Chancy’s Fish Camp Spring Fishing Report: Best Spots and Tips
Spring fishing is awakening, with Koocanusa excelling for rainbows and bulls, while Flathead Lake offers varied options. Scoop up lake trout at Swan Lake and explore deeper waters for success.
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Spring Creek Fishing Tips for Paradise Valley
Yellowstone Angler recommends using a Livingston Rod Co 8’9″ 3-weight for fishing Spring Creeks, advising stealthy approaches and specific tactics as fish spawn and Baetis hatch begins.
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Best Strategies for Kootenai Fishing in Challenging Conditions
Fishing conditions on the Kootenai are challenging, with increased dam outflows and cold, murky water. Anglers are advised to use nymphs and prepare for upcoming improvements. Linehan Outfitting also highlights…
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Early Spring Fishing Report: Navigating Flathead Valley’s River Flows
In March, the Flathead Valley’s unpredictable weather has led to unusual fishing conditions. Despite challenges, trout fishing is thriving, with guides recommending slow, deep techniques and bright flies for success.
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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Fishing Report: Shore Hot, Ice Cold
Fort Peck is still in a deep freeze from the Shafthouse to Rock Creek, so keep the boat on the trailer for a few more days. The good news? The…
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The “Anti-Winter” Strategy: Why March and April on the Kootenai are Montana’s Best Kept Secret
Spring fishing in Montana is prime between mid-March and late April, featuring slow trout behavior and a focus on nymphing. Anglers should utilize specific streamers and dry flies during warmer…
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Pre-Runoff Nymphing: 5 Rivers Still Fishing Before Montana Blows Out
Flows are spiking fast across Western Montana. Here’s which rivers still have fishable nymphing conditions this week — and exactly what to throw.
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Your First Yellowstone Cutthroat: Waters, Timing, and Flies Before Runoff
The pre-runoff window is closing fast in mid-March 2026. Here’s exactly where, when, and how to catch your first Yellowstone cutthroat on the fly.
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Bitterroot Up 55%, Big Hole Surging: Nymph These Montana Rivers This Week
Flows are rising fast. Here’s which Montana rivers still have fishable nymph water this week — and when each one blows out.
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Stillwater Fly Fishing: Montana’s Best Move When Runoff Wins
Montana rivers are blowing out now. Here’s how to pivot to stillwater fly fishing at Canyon Ferry, Holter, and Hauser this spring.
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Bitterroot Surges 55% as March Warmup Hits Montana Rivers: Where to Fish Now
Spring conditions arrive early with flows jumping 55% on some rivers. Here’s where to fish this week as temperatures climb into the 50s.
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Montana Fishing Report – March 14th
Mid-March in Montana means winter and spring are still arguing about who’s in charge. Ice fishing opportunities are fading quickly on many lakes, with warming afternoons creating soft shorelines and…
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Big Hole Surges 21% While Madison Holds Steady: Montana Rivers March 14, 2026
Southwest Montana rivers splitting—Madison and Gallatin stable and clear, but Big Hole and western drainages rising fast from snowmelt.
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Where Montana’s Best March Fishing Is Happening Right Now
Montana’s ice-out begins! Mid-March brings hot fishing action as winter loosens its grip. Late ice opportunities plus early spring river action await.
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 3.13.26
This past week, fishing on Peck was impossible due to warm weather and unsafe ice conditions, signaling the end of the season. Areas near the dam have opened up, hinting…
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Montana Crappie Are Staging Now: Ice-Out Tactics That Fill Stringers
Montana crappie are moving shallow as ice retreats. Here’s where to find them and how to catch limits right now before runoff muddies the rivers.
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Big Hole Surges 17% While Madison Holds Steady: Where to Fish This Weekend
Madison and Missouri hold steady while Big Hole surges 17%. Southwest storm changes conditions through weekend—here’s your fishing strategy.
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Where to Fish in Montana Right Now: Ice-Out Hot Spots and Spring River Action
Montana’s ice-out season is here! Mid-March brings prime fishing as lakes thaw and rivers awaken. Get the latest conditions and hot spots.
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Fort Peck, Canyon Ferry & Flathead Lake Ice-Out: March 2026 Predictions and Safety Updates
Discover Montana ice-out predictions for Fort Peck, Canyon Ferry & Flathead Lake in 2026. Get current ice conditions and fishing season timing updates.
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How to Catch Trout During Montana’s Spring Runoff
Learn how to fish during Montana’s spring runoff and high water conditions. Expert tips for finding feeding trout when rivers run high and muddy.
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Bighorn River Fishing Report (St. Xavier) — March 11, 2026: Windy Week, Strong Nymphing on Sowbugs & Scuds, Plus Streamers
The Bighorn near St. Xavier is setting up for a productive week despite strong winds. Expect slightly warmer temps than Bozeman, consistent trout feeding on sowbugs and scuds, and surprisingly…
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Where to Fish Montana This Weekend: 72 MPH Winds and Rising Rivers
Western Montana rivers climbing fast with incoming storm. Madison stable at 329 cfs. Wind gusts to 72 mph today—here’s where to fish.
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Montana’s Ice-Out Fishing: Where to Hit Rivers and Reservoirs This Mid-March
Montana’s mid-March ice-out brings prime spring fishing! Rivers warming, reservoirs opening up. Get the hottest spots and tactics for this week.
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How to Fish Montana’s Rivers When Water Runs Dangerously Low
Montana’s low rivers demand new tactics. Learn essential strategies for fishing drought conditions, protecting trout, and finding success when water levels drop.
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Nymph Montana Trout Now: The Pre-Runoff Window Is Closing on the Clark Fork, Bitterroot & Blackfoot
Western Montana rivers are already running higher than normal for mid-March, and the clear-water nymphing window won’t last. Here’s how to take advantage of pre-runoff conditions—where to go, what to…
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Montana River Report: Western Rivers Spike 14% as March Melt Arrives (Clark Fork, Bitterroot, Blackfoot)
Southwest Montana rivers are holding steady and fishing well, but Western Montana is already surging—up 13–14% this week on the Clark Fork, Bitterroot, and Blackfoot as snowmelt kicks in. With…
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Report (March 10, 2026): Improving Catch Rates, Stable Temps, and What to Watch Next
Idaho Fish and Game’s March 10, 2026 update points to increasing steelhead presence on the Upper Salmon River, with creel data showing improving angler success and river conditions (temperature and…
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Jefferson River Fishing Report (Early Spring 2026): Where to Find Trout, Best Nymphs, and the Afternoon Bite
The Jefferson River is fishing tough but doable in early spring. Slow down, get deep in softer inside water, and plan around late morning through mid-afternoon. Here’s the latest Jefferson…
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Montana Dangerous Ice Warning (March 11, 2026): Canyon Ferry, Holter, Fort Peck & Flathead Lake Conditions
Mid-March is Montana’s most dangerous stretch for ice fishing. Here’s what local guides, marina operators, and FWP officials are seeing on Canyon Ferry, Holter, Fort Peck, and Flathead—plus late-season safety…
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Montana Fishing Forecast (Mid-March): Ice-Out Updates, Best Rivers & Lakes, and Top Flies as Spring Starts
Mid-March is Montana’s ice-out hinge point: dangerous, variable ice on many reservoirs, but growing open-water options and the season’s first meaningful midge windows. Here’s a historically grounded look at where…
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Pre-Spawn Walleye Are Moving: How to Dial the Jig Bite Before They Slide Shallow
There’s a short spring window when pre-spawn walleye stack on breaks and points and the jig bite turns from slow to ridiculous. Here’s what Fish Head Assassin says to watch—water…
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Bozeman Early Spring Trout Fishing Report (March 9, 2026): Best Techniques, Flies, and Peak Time Windows
Early spring trout fishing near Bozeman is improving week by week as rivers transition out of winter mode. Here’s what’s working right now—best time of day, where trout are holding,…
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Lake Fork Tournament Cheating Scandal: Angler Accused After Weights Found Inside Largemouth Bass
A Lake Fork, Texas fishing tournament turned surreal when staff used a metal-detecting wand on a largemouth bass—and later, game wardens reportedly found fishing weights inside the fish. Now the…
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Missouri River Fishing in March 2026: Unpredictable Weather, Midge Hatches, and Prime Streamer Days
March on Montana’s Missouri River is rarely predictable—and 2026 could be even more of a wildcard with low snowpack and warming water. Here’s what to expect for midges, nymphing, streamer…
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Montana FWP Upper Missouri River Fisheries Meeting (March 16, Helena): Canyon Ferry, Hauser, Holter Updates
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks hosts its annual Upper Missouri River Reservoir Fisheries Management Plan update on March 16 at 6 p.m. in Helena. Hear population trends and management updates…
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Fort Peck King Salmon Derby: Registration Opens in 6 Days (150-Boat Limit) — Get Your Team Ready
Online registration for the 1st Annual Fort Peck Montana Tournament of Kings opens in 6 days, and with a 150-boat limit, spots could go fast. Here’s what to do now…
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7 Rookie Ice Fishing Mistakes That Cost You Fish (And How to Avoid Them)
Ice fishing isn’t just drilling a hole and waiting. Catch more fish by moving, experimenting with depth and presentations, and paying attention to structure—plus learn seven common rookie mistakes to…
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Spring Walleye Fishing Tips That Work: Live-Bait Jigging, Channel Points, and a First Run in a New Warrior Boat
In a new on-the-water video, Tom Boley breaks in a new Warrior Boat while targeting early-spring walleyes with a simple, effective plan: jig live bait on channel points, lean on…
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Stillwater River Fishing Report: Cold Water Now, Better Trout Action Ahead This Spring (Montana, March 6, 2026)
Montana’s Stillwater River is still running cold despite a warmer-than-average winter, keeping fishing from fully turning on yet. Low flows have trout holding in deeper slots, where patient nymphing has…
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