Fishing Ponds in Montana
Trophy trout — Madison, Big Hole, Yellowstone — and Fort Peck walleye. 176 venues listed across Missoula County, Flathead County, Ravalli County, with strong stocks of rainbow trout, perch, brown trout.
- With website
- 17/176
- With species info
- 11/176
- With facilities info
- 9/176
176 Montana venues plotted · click any pin for details
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- Open in Google Maps45.5287, -109.4684
- Open in Google Maps46.8966, -113.7643
- Open in Google Maps46.2002, -114.1677
- Open in Google Maps45.8290, -114.2335
Ashley Creek Pond
Kalispell city, Flathead County
Ashley Creek Pond on the edge of Kalispell in Flathead County, Montana holds a genuinely mixed bag: northern pike, largemouth bass, perch, rainbow trout, brook trout, black bullhead and northern pikeminnow. That spread suits anglers who like variety from one bank — lure work for pike and bass, bait for the rest. No facilities are recorded, so treat it as a basic local water.
- Species
- Northern pike, Rainbow trout, Brook trout, Yellow perch, Largemouth bass, Black bullhead
Open in Google Maps48.1918, -114.3354- Open in Google Maps48.2136, -114.6161
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- Open in Google Maps46.0735, -112.4160
- Open in Google Maps46.5685, -114.0996
- Open in Google Maps48.1807, -114.0925
- Open in Google Maps46.5904, -114.2910
- Open in Google Maps48.8240, -114.9583
- Open in Google Maps45.2647, -109.2196
Beavertail Pond Fishing Access
Missoula County
Beavertail Pond Fishing Access Site in Missoula County, Montana offers public fishing for trout, perch, pike, carp, catfish and grayling, with camping and toilet facilities.
- Species
- Brown trout, Common carp, White catfish, chub, Arctic grayling, Yellow perch, Northern pike, Rainbow trout, White sturgeon
- Facilities
- camping; toilet
Open in Google Maps46.7279, -113.5786- Open in Google Maps46.4444, -114.1244
- Open in Google Maps46.9566, -113.5698
- Open in Google Maps47.1930, -114.8804
- Open in Google Maps48.4654, -114.0706
- Open in Google Maps45.3315, -108.8023
- Open in Google Maps45.7180, -109.6319
- Open in Google Maps45.2962, -108.8997
- Open in Google Maps45.1064, -109.0226
- Open in Google Maps46.1076, -108.8840
- Open in Google Maps45.0054, -112.8499
- Open in Google Maps45.4362, -109.7970
- Open in Google Maps45.6123, -108.8420
- Open in Google Maps45.2785, -109.2087
- Open in Google Maps45.9954, -108.0116
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- Open in Google Maps45.9210, -114.1426
Cardwell Bridge Fishing Access Site
Madison County
Cardwell Bridge Fishing Access Site is a Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks access on the Jefferson River near Cardwell in Madison County, open dawn to dusk. The linked FWP site page carries current conditions, restrictions and any seasonal closures. No facilities or species list are recorded here, so come self-sufficient — this is straightforward walk-in river access in classic southwest Montana country.
Open in Google Maps45.8536, -111.9512- Open in Google Maps45.1200, -110.3985
- Open in Google Maps45.4724, -109.7402
- Open in Google Maps46.8973, -113.0593
- Open in Google Maps45.8162, -110.4014
- Open in Google Maps44.9959, -112.8687
- Open in Google Maps45.2642, -108.9166
- Open in Google Maps46.8882, -105.7069
- Open in Google Maps45.5150, -109.6323
- Open in Google Maps46.1807, -113.3178
- Open in Google Maps45.1150, -112.7533
- Open in Google Maps47.0061, -114.5794
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- Open in Google Maps46.9316, -113.6445
- Open in Google Maps46.0143, -114.1644
- Open in Google Maps46.9311, -114.2106
- Open in Google Maps46.2469, -114.1762
- Open in Google Maps47.2252, -114.9634
- Open in Google Maps45.6856, -108.6508
- Open in Google Maps45.6869, -108.6439
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- Open in Google Maps48.1810, -114.0879
- Open in Google Maps45.7967, -108.4686
- Open in Google Maps45.3454, -111.7237
- Open in Google Maps47.0153, -114.2796
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- Open in Google Maps47.3223, -114.8902
- Open in Google Maps45.6163, -109.2945
- Open in Google Maps47.1149, -113.3921
- Open in Google Maps45.1517, -110.6290
- Open in Google Maps46.1018, -114.4578
- Open in Google Maps46.3082, -113.1009
- Open in Google Maps45.3233, -109.8103
Fishtrap Creek Access
Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, Deer Lodge County
- Facilities
- toilets=yes; parking=yes; camping=yes
Open in Google Maps45.8711, -113.2230- Open in Google Maps46.6321, -114.0516
- Open in Google Maps45.9714, -114.1415
- Open in Google Maps46.9263, -114.7005
- Open in Google Maps48.1647, -114.3614
Foys Lake Park
Flathead County
Foys Lake Park is a Flathead County Parks site on Foys Lake, just southwest of Kalispell, Montana, open sunrise to sunset. The county parks department (linked) manages the site, and the park frontage is the practical way onto the water for bank anglers. No species list or facilities are recorded, so check locally for current conditions before heading out.
Open in Google Maps48.1604, -114.3510
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- Open in Google Maps46.3301, -113.5365
- Open in Google Maps48.4926, -114.1262
- Open in Google Maps45.4679, -112.6675
- Open in Google Maps48.2242, -114.3214
- Open in Google Maps45.1002, -112.7774
- Open in Google Maps48.1267, -113.8096
- Open in Google Maps45.7897, -110.0649
- Open in Google Maps45.9953, -108.1718
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- Open in Google Maps45.9732, -114.1400
- Open in Google Maps46.9318, -114.2074
- Open in Google Maps47.0230, -113.3809
- Open in Google Maps44.7934, -111.2296
- Open in Google Maps45.0550, -112.8147
- Open in Google Maps45.0175, -112.8386
- Open in Google Maps45.1818, -112.6887
- Open in Google Maps45.6634, -109.3480
- Open in Google Maps48.1839, -106.6203
- Open in Google Maps45.6062, -108.8783
- Open in Google Maps45.2373, -109.2314
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- Open in Google Maps48.1477, -104.5243
- Open in Google Maps45.7119, -109.5584
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- Open in Google Maps45.5377, -109.4189
- Open in Google Maps46.9159, -113.6773
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- Open in Google Maps46.9051, -113.7307
- Open in Google Maps48.0552, -114.0291
- Open in Google Maps46.8632, -114.0910
- Open in Google Maps46.8752, -114.0992
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- Open in Google Maps44.9925, -112.8695
- Open in Google Maps47.4331, -110.9086
- Open in Google Maps47.4344, -110.9128
- Open in Google Maps47.4373, -110.9176
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- Open in Google Maps46.0852, -113.6864
Logan State Park
Happys Inn CDP, Lincoln County
Logan State Park near Happys Inn in Lincoln County, Montana offers swimming, boating, camping, water-skiing and fishing, with parking, food, showers and toilets.
- Facilities
- camping; food; parking; shower; toilets
- Pricing
- $8 day-use, $4–$34/night camping
Open in Google Maps48.0329, -115.0669- Open in Google Maps48.0261, -113.9901
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- Open in Google Maps45.6667, -110.5397
- Open in Google Maps45.0956, -111.6629
- Open in Google Maps46.4440, -113.7614
- Open in Google Maps48.0338, -115.0720
- Open in Google Maps47.0368, -113.2197
- Open in Google Maps45.4610, -109.7571
- Open in Google Maps46.8517, -113.9952
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- Open in Google Maps47.4443, -114.1027
- Open in Google Maps46.5886, -113.6711
- Open in Google Maps45.4375, -112.5649
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- Open in Google Maps45.8551, -109.9159
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Paradise Crossing Fishing Access
Paradise CDP, Sanders County
Paradise Crossing Fishing Access Site in Paradise, Sanders County, Montana offers public access for trout, perch, pike, carp, catfish and grayling, with camping, parking and a toilet.
- Species
- Brown trout, Common carp, White catfish, chub, Arctic grayling, Yellow perch, Northern pike, Rainbow trout, White sturgeon
- Facilities
- camping; parking; toilet
Open in Google Maps47.3827, -114.7967- Open in Google Maps48.4615, -114.0243
- Open in Google Maps45.7578, -109.7699
- Open in Google Maps47.2017, -111.7783
- Open in Google Maps46.9911, -114.4457
Pine Grove Pond
Flathead County
Pine Grove Pond in Flathead County, Montana, north of Kalispell, holds rainbow trout alongside black bullhead catfish. It's a simple two-species water: trout for light-tackle and fly anglers, bullheads for easy bait fishing that suits kids. No facilities are recorded at the pond, so bring everything you need and check current Montana FWP regulations for the district.
- Species
- Rainbow trout, Black bullhead
Open in Google Maps48.2489, -114.2889- Open in Google Maps45.0654, -112.8009
- Open in Google Maps45.1828, -112.6785
- Open in Google Maps46.5860, -114.0712
- Open in Google Maps48.7826, -114.2829
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- Open in Google Maps47.0076, -114.6985
- Open in Google Maps46.7688, -114.0586
- Open in Google Maps46.2097, -113.2748
- Open in Google Maps46.9842, -113.1301
Rosebud East Fishing Access
Rosebud County
Rosebud East Fishing Access Site in Rosebud County, Montana offers public fishing for trout, perch, pike, carp, catfish and grayling, with camping and a toilet.
- Species
- Brown trout, Common carp, White catfish, chub, Arctic grayling, Yellow perch, Northern pike, Rainbow trout, White sturgeon
- Facilities
- camping; toilet
Open in Google Maps46.2739, -106.6764- Open in Google Maps45.4507, -109.5069
Rosebud West Fishing Access
Rosebud County
Rosebud West Fishing Access Site in Rosebud County, Montana offers public fishing for trout, perch, pike, carp, catfish and grayling, with camping and a toilet.
- Species
- Brown trout, Common carp, White catfish, chub, Arctic grayling, Yellow perch, Northern pike, Rainbow trout, White sturgeon
- Facilities
- camping; toilet
Open in Google Maps46.2630, -106.6944- Open in Google Maps46.9457, -113.4327
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- Open in Google Maps45.6979, -114.2875
- Open in Google Maps46.6212, -113.6520
Sha-Ron Fishing Access
East Missoula CDP, Missoula County
Sha-Ron Fishing Access Site sits on the Lower Clark Fork River in East Missoula, Missoula County, Montana, with camping and a toilet; species include trout, pike, perch and carp.
- Species
- Brown trout, Common carp, White catfish, chub, Arctic grayling, Yellow perch, Northern pike, Rainbow trout, White sturgeon
- Facilities
- camping; toilet
Open in Google Maps46.8828, -113.9336- Open in Google Maps46.9447, -113.6309
- Open in Google Maps46.8721, -114.0058
- Open in Google Maps46.9650, -113.3784
- Open in Google Maps47.2323, -115.0217
Snappys Kid Fishing Pond
Evergreen CDP, Flathead County
Snappy's Kid Fishing Pond in Evergreen, on the edge of Kalispell in Flathead County, Montana, holds rainbow trout and — as the name says — exists to get children onto fish. Ponds like this are typically reserved for young anglers, so check posted rules on age limits before fishing. No facilities are recorded on site, so plan a short, simple session.
- Species
- Rainbow trout
Open in Google Maps48.2134, -114.2759- Open in Google Maps46.8821, -105.6727
- Open in Google Maps45.7430, -108.5098
- Open in Google Maps48.0615, -114.0528
- Open in Google Maps48.0914, -114.1166
Spring Creek
Flathead County
Spring Creek is a small stream on the outskirts of Kalispell in Flathead County, Montana, holding brook trout. This is intimate small-water fishing: light tackle, short casts and a quiet approach pay off on creeks this size. No facilities or formal access details are recorded, so respect private land boundaries and check Montana's stream access law before fishing it.
- Species
- Brook trout
Open in Google Maps48.1931, -114.3364- Open in Google Maps47.0320, -109.3977
Spring Creek Trout Hatchery
Fergus County
Spring Creek Trout Hatchery is a private commercial trout hatchery in Fergus County, Montana, supplying brown, rainbow and brook trout for stocking.
- Species
- Brown trout, Rainbow trout
- Facilities
- bar
- Pricing
- $0.85–$2.50 each, by size
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- Open in Google Maps47.0150, -114.5398
- Open in Google Maps47.9358, -113.8543
- Open in Google Maps46.7518, -113.7189
- Open in Google Maps45.5838, -109.3321
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- Open in Google Maps46.6727, -113.6716
- Open in Google Maps47.0213, -114.6512
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- Open in Google Maps46.3703, -114.1401
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- Open in Google Maps48.6867, -114.5792
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- Open in Google Maps46.6974, -113.6696
- Open in Google Maps46.2779, -114.1608
- Open in Google Maps45.9970, -108.1306
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- Open in Google Maps46.0919, -114.1750
- Open in Google Maps45.3150, -109.1934
Weigh Station Fishing Access Site
Missoula County
Weigh Station Fishing Access Site sits on the Blackfoot River in Missoula County, Montana, with camping and a toilet; species include trout, pike, perch, carp and catfish.
- Species
- Brown trout, Common carp, White catfish, chub, Arctic grayling, Yellow perch, Northern pike, Rainbow trout, White sturgeon
- Facilities
- camping; toilet
Open in Google Maps46.8790, -113.8526- Open in Google Maps45.2959, -109.8060
- Open in Google Maps45.8152, -114.2531
- Open in Google Maps46.9439, -113.6012
- Open in Google Maps45.5750, -109.3366
- Open in Google Maps48.4508, -114.3878
- Open in Google Maps48.1849, -114.3495
- Open in Google Maps48.1848, -114.3497
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- Open in Google Maps48.1848, -114.3484
- Open in Google Maps48.1850, -114.3492
- Open in Google Maps46.3129, -114.1451
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Fishing in Montana: FAQ
Montana has 176 fishing venues in our directory, concentrated in Missoula County, Flathead County, Ravalli County. The most commonly stocked species across the state are rainbow trout, perch, brown trout. Browse the full list below or jump to a venue using the A–Z navigation.
1 of our Montana venues are confirmed to hold bass, with strong representation in Missoula County. Look for venues tagged "largemouth bass", "smallmouth bass" or "striped bass" in the species field below, or open the GilledIt app for live catch reports.
Yes — anglers fishing in Montana need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters. Licenses are issued by the Montana Department of Fish & Wildlife (or equivalent state agency); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp or a trout permit. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are usually available online from the state agency. Check the state F&W website for current pricing and exemptions.
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