Best fishing near Bozeman

9 fishing spots · 9 ranked · updated 2026-07-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Bozeman, Montana — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 9 of 9 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Fish and Game Headquarters Pond 1
#1 Fish and Game Headquarters Pond 1 Good
13.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Mostly Clear · 54°F · 5 mph wind
The Fish and Game Headquarters Pond 1 fishing area is located in Montana, USA. It is a serene fishing spot that offers anglers the opportunity to catch a variety of fish species…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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Fairy Pond
#2 Fairy Pond Fair
6.1 mi away
· Water 69°F · warming for trout· Flash flood watch — rapid rise possible· Mostly Clear · 58°F
Fairy Pond is a popular fishing spot located in Montana, USA. This fishing area is known for its pristine water and abundant fish species, including rainbow trout, cutthroat…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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Jackson Creek
#3 Jackson Creek Fair
10.4 mi away
· Water 69°F · warming for trout· Flash flood watch — rapid rise possible· Partly Cloudy · 57°F
Jackson Creek is located near Ennis, Montana and is known for its excellent trout fishing, with rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout being the most common catches. Nearby…
Why 38: species variety
38Rated
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Fairy Lake
#4 Fairy Lake Fair
6.1 mi away
· Water 69°F · warming for trout· Flash flood watch — rapid rise possible· Mostly Clear · 58°F
The Fairy Lake Fishing Area is located in the Gallatin National Forest in Montana, USA. The lake is known for its excellent trout fishing, with cutthroat, rainbow, and brook trout…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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Bozeman Creek
#5 Bozeman Creek Good
10.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Mostly Clear · 54°F · 5 mph wind
Bozeman Creek is one of the most popular fishing areas in Montana. The creek is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. Nearby activities…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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Hyalite Creek
#6 Hyalite Creek
11.2 mi away
Hyalite Creek fishing area is located in Montana, USA and is known for its abundance of rainbow and brown trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and mountain biking…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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Green Canyon Creek
#7 Green Canyon Creek Fair
11.3 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Flash flood watch — rapid rise possible· Partly Cloudy · 56°F
The Green Canyon Creek fishing area in Montana is a popular spot for anglers. The creek is home to brown, rainbow, and cutthroat trout, making it a great spot for fly fishing…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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East Gallatin River
#8 East Gallatin River Fair
11.6 mi away
· Water 69°F · warming for trout· Mostly Clear · 58°F
The East Gallatin River is a popular fishing spot in Montana, known for its abundant trout population. Anglers can find rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout in the river's clear…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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Brackett Creek
#9 Brackett Creek Good
14.4 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Partly Cloudy · 56°F
The Brackett Creek fishing area is located near Bozeman, Montana, and is known for its trout fishing. The area is home to rainbow, brown, and brook trout, with the best fishing…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated

Fishing near Bozeman

The Bozeman area has 9 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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