Weekend Fishing Report

This looks like a great weekend to go fishing. So go out and get it done!

Visit the website for an up to date report of area rivers with direct links to fishing reports from across the state. Here's a sample of what you'll find on the rivers and lake.

Looks like Fort Peck is hot and fishing very well. If your up for a drive this one would be a great pick for a lake to fish on. Lake Ridge Motel and Bait Shop reported that fish were really biting in the weeds and brush along the shoreline. The water is up over 12 feet. They reported seeing some lunkers brought in throwing jigs into the bruch and weeds along the shoreline.

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Missouri River

Flows have been holding around 8200 cfs. Water temps are up to 46 coming out of the dam which should do good things for the fishing.The Baetis have been out in good numbers, as well as March Browns down low. Higher flows have kept the dry fly action to a minimum so far. Warmer temps this weekend should put caddis on the water soon which might change the dry fly picture. The best shot at any dry fly fishing has been late in the day.There is a fair amount of water coming out of the tribs adding some color to the lower reaches. So far it's still in fishing shape through the lower reaches.Persistent streamer fishing can produce some big boys. Nymphing is still offering the most consistent option for numbers.

Big Horn River

Water flows are at 3,600 cfs. Water temperatures are starting to climb slowly. Starting Wednesday at 4PM, river discharges will increase to 4,000 cfs. Fishing is good on Sowbugs, Scuds, Baetis and Midge Pupa. Streamer fishing has been fair depending on the day. There are fish feeding on Single Midges, Midge Clusters, and Baetis Duns in the afternoon.

Bitterroot

The whole river is on the drop, but its not going to last long. You should see fishing through Friday and maybe Saturday when the warm weather hits . Fishing with nymphs will probably be the most reliable, but you might see a little afternoon action with dries. The spring mayfly hatches have still been going strong and the caddis are out down low.

Blackfoot

Flows are holding relatively steady for the moment around 4100 cfs. It's green enough to catch fish, but it just hasn't turned on much this spring. Big Leggy Nymphs in the soft water might get you a few. Look for fishing to pick back up in late June with the Salmonfly hatch.

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Skwalas are gone, and though the march browns were good, but are now getting scarce. There have been a FEW caddis, but not many yet – it’s just been too darn cold for much bug action! The water has been like a roller coaster, but has remained clear. Floaters have gotten some good action under water; no wading is advisable on the lower end (because of the flow) but the upper end has been good with even some dry fly action on the warmer days. Any dry fly action has been between 1 and 3 pm. Then it just turns off.

Koocanusa

The Koocanusa Fishing Derby is this weekend. For more information, check out the Koocanusa Resort website.Canyon FerryRainbow fishing has been good on the north end. The hottest spot for shore anglers has been off the Outhouse between the Dam and Yacht Basin and around Shannon boat ramp. The Rainbows are being caught on egg sacks, bead-headed nymphs and flies. Walleye fishing is slow, with some action off the south dikes. TiberThere are not many people fishing. A few Northerns are being reported as well as the occasional Walleye. The weather has been pretty windy all week.

Fort Peck

Water is up over 12 feet with all the run-off. Fishing is very good for Lake Trout and Walleye. Throwing jigs into the weeds is producing nice, big lunkers! This is a great time to hit the lake near the dam.

Madison, Yellowstone, Gallatin, Beaverhead

The caddis hatch is officially upon us, despite the weather! They're out on the Madison, Yellowstone, Gallatin, Beaverhead, and should be showing up soon on the Big Hole. So now is the time before all of the rivers come up and get dirty, to get out there and enjoy some fine dry fly fishing. You'll want to check the river reports before heading out as fishing is day to day depending on temperatures.