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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.20.25
Nelson is the hot spot for walleye, northern, and perch—just watch the ice, find the fish, and drop a line!
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report 2.20.25
Thick ice, cold temps, and cautious steps—Lake Trout are biting, but Peck’s ice is shifting, so stay sharp out there!
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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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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.18.25
Ice conditions are all over the map, but so is the fishing—here’s where to drill your next hole and what’s biting across the Helena area reservoirs…
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Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.16.25
Lake Mary Ronan is locked in with solid ice, plenty of snow cover, and no slush….
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Fort Peck Dam Ice Report by Fort Peck Marina 2.16.25
Thick ice, shifting ridges, and a hot laker bite—bundle up, stay safe, and get ready for a fun week on the ice!
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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report 2.13.25
With Fresno low and Nelson holding steady, the walleye, northern, and perch bite is on—tip-ups with live minnows are hot, but jigging’s where it’s at…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 2.12.25
Good ice, great fishing—just watch those pressure cracks and keep the jigs moving!
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Fort Peck, Hell Creek, ice report, Montana Fishing Reports, Montana Fishing Tournaments, Montana Ice Fishing ReportsIce Report from Hell Creek Marina 2.11.25
Feb 11th Ice Update via Hell Creek Marina: Everything is 12-14+”Watch the pressure ridges.-30° this morning so no worries about it thawing out this week!
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Georgetown Lake Fishing Report 2.9.25
Georgetown Lake is iced up and fishing hot—get out early, stay late, and don’t forget to check the ice..
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.10.25
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a vehicle to open water. Extreme caution should be used when…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 2.6.25
Rock Creek ice is getting thicker, the fish are biting, and the hidden pressure ridges are keeping things interesting…read more from Don Wilkins here!
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Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 2. 3.25
February 3rd Ice Update: Ice thickness ranges from 6 to 14 inches—check the latest conditions and watch for pressure ridges.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.3.25
From thick ice to open water, conditions are unpredictable—here’s the latest on where the fish are biting and where to tread carefully.
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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.30.25
“Fresno and Nelson are iced over with solid fishing action—proceed with caution, check tournament results at local spots, and grab the Region 6 Pond Guide for the best fishing intel!…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.30.25
Unstable ice and tricky pressure cracks are making travel tough, but the bite is still on—just tread carefully! More from Don Wilkins here…
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Snappy’s Sport Senter Flathead Area Fishing Report 1.24.25
Ice fishing season is heating up across the region, with reports of good trout, pike, and perch action on several lakes, but remember: ‘No Ice is Safe Ice’ – always…
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.27.25
Ice fishing season is here, but remember—ice conditions can go from solid to sketchy fast, so gear up, stay cautious, and check out the latest fishing hot spots in the…
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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.23.25
Ice fishing heats up as Fresno and Nelson gear up for tournaments—get the scoop, but tread lightly on the ice.
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.23.25
Peck has its ice cap, fishing’s heating up, but with sketchy shorelines, safety first! More from Don Wilkins here…
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 1.23.25
Before you hit the ice, check out the latest update ffrom Hell Creek Marina and where it’s safe to explore. Spoiler alert: not all spots are 4-wheeler friendly.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.21.25
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a vehicle to open water. Extreme caution should be used when…
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Ice Update from Hell Creek Marina 1.20.25
Ice thickness is improving fast across Lucky Point, Peterson Point, and beyond…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 1.16.25
Ice fishing season is on—Fresno and Nelson reservoirs are iced over, but it’s all about timing, depth, and a little tip-up magic for those walleye bites!
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Captain’s Weekly Ice and Fishing Report on Nelson Reservoir 1.16.25
Solid ice, a hot perch bite, and walleye keeping us on our toes—find out what worked (and where) on Nelson Reservoir for the Captain and Don Jamison…
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Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 1.16.25
Discover the latest conditions from Don Wilkins, uncover hot spots and learn crucial safety tips for a successful weekend on the ice!
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FWP Weekly Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.13.25
Before you grab your gear, check the ice—because it can go from “truck safe” to “take a swim” faster than you think!
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Little McGregor Ice Update in Flathead Area 1.10.25
This info was taken from Flathead Valley Fishing Report group and posted by fellow ice anglers on January 11, 2025:
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Flathead Area Fishing Report by the Macman 1.9.25
From freezing lakes to fishing hotspots, here’s your quick guide from the Macman to where the ice (and fish) are ready in NW Montana…
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Tongue River Reservoir Ice Update 1.9.25
Here is the latest scoop on ice conditions, camping spots and the ice update at Tongue River Reservoir…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.6.25
Ice fishing alert: Conditions are all over the map in the Helena area reservoirs—think twice before stepping out..
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Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 1.2.25
With ice thickening and walleye biting, Nelson Creek is shaping up to be the perfect weekend fishing spot—just grab your tip-ups, minnows, and a little luck!
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Tongue River Reservoir Ice Update – 1.2.25
New year, new ice — here’s the scoop from Tongue River Reservoir State Park.
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 12.29.24
Before you cast your line, check the fishing regulations and get the latest updates on Montana’s winter waters…
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Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 12.26.24
Nelson Creek’s ice is holding strong on the ramp side, but don’t wander too far—McGuire’s shoreline is still playing it risky. Read more from Don Wilkins here!
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 12.18.24
Ice to meet you! Dive into Montana’s top fishing spots and the latest ice conditions in one handy report.
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Tongue River Reservoir Ice Report 12.12.24
Warm winds keep ice growth slow at Tongue River Reservoir
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Hebgen Lake Ice Report – Montana
Rainbow point 5.5” Yellowstone Holiday 4” Happy hour 1.5” Kirkwood 1.5” Dam 1.5” The cold springs and some bays on the south side are still open water and also where…
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Tongue River Reservoir Ice Update 12.2.24
Thin ice and warm weather aren’t the combo for a good day on the lake! Some spots are cracking underfoot–get the latest ice report here.
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North Central Montana Ice Thickness
Here’s the latest ice thickness report in north-central Montana.
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Alert: Canyon Ferry Ice Update
We received an ice report from Scott the Painter, who does reports on Helena area waterways for us, about ice conditions at Canyon Ferry. Please be aware that ice conditions…
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Hell Creek Marina Update, Feb 4
February 4: Due to the rain, there is an inch of water on the ice, which makes the pressure ridges almost impossible to see. We recommend you stay off the…
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update – January 15
January 15 Ice update: From Boy Scout to Lucky Point: 7-8 inches From Lucky to Peterson: 5-6 inches From Peterson west 4-4.5 inches going from Snow Creek across to the…
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Hell Creek Ice Update – 1.8.24
January 8 Ice update: We have an inch of ice to the marina and should be fishable in a couple of days. From the marina to the main is starting…
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Ice Conditions Not Safe at Crooked Creek Boat Ramp
Joe Moline from Lewistown took a trip down to Crooked Creek boat ramp to check on ice conditions on the west end of Fort Peck Wednesday. The ice was there…
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APRIL ICE!!!
Usually, Ice Men are done fishing by the end of March. The lakes begin to melt, and Spring Runoff can begin. Slushy, old, and cloudy ice are not as good…
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Best of, Canyon Ferry, Education, Fishing, How to, ice report, Montana Grant, Montana Ice Fishing ReportsWATCH THE BIRDS!!!
Finding where to fish requires some good experience, luck, and observation. When Captain Ahab was looking for Moby Dick, he would watch for the birds. The same is true when…
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