Best fishing near Elmo

10 fishing spots · 10 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Elmo, 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 10 of 10 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Lake Blaine
#1 Lake Blaine Good
30.4 mi away
· Water 48°F · a touch cool· Mostly Clear · 45°F
Lake Blaine is located in the Flathead Valley of Montana and is a popular spot for anglers. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including rainbow trout, kokanee salmon…
Why 64: live conditions (good)
64Solid
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Beta Lake
#2 Beta Lake Good
36.8 mi away
· Water 48°F · a touch cool· Mostly Clear · 45°F
The Beta Lake Fishing Area is located in the Big Sky Country of Montana, USA. This scenic location is popular among fishing enthusiasts due to the variety of fish species in the…
Why 61: live conditions (good)
61Solid
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Ashley Lake
#3 Ashley Lake
26.5 mi away
Ashley Lake in Montana is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. It is home to a range of fish species, including cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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Abbot Lake
#4 Abbot Lake Good
24.8 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 52°F
Abbot Lake is a popular fishing area located in the Flathead National Forest in Montana, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and brook trout. In addition…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
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Blanchard Lake
#5 Blanchard Lake
37.0 mi away
Blanchard Lake is located in the northwest corner of Montana, and it is a popular fishing destination. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow and…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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Birch Lake
#6 Birch Lake Good
30.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 52°F
Birch Lake is located in the northwestern part of Montana and is a popular fishing destination. The lake is home to several fish species including rainbow trout, kokanee salmon…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
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Blackfoot Lake
#7 Blackfoot Lake Good
32.1 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 52°F
Blackfoot Lake is an excellent fishing destination in Montana, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
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Big Hawk Lake
#8 Big Hawk Lake Good
30.6 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 52°F
I'm sorry, but there is no Big Hawk Lake in Montana, USA. I wasn't able to find any information on a fishing area with that name in the state. If you have any other locations or…
Why 38: live conditions (good)
38Rated
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Bootjack Lake
#9 Bootjack Lake
39.9 mi away
Bootjack Lake is a popular fishing spot in Montana, known for its abundant trout population. Rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout are all commonly caught here. The lake is also…
Why 38: resort size & terrain
38Rated
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Ashley Creek
#10 Ashley Creek
18.0 mi away
Ashley Creek is a popular fishing spot in Montana, known for its abundant trout population. The creek is home to rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout, making it a great location…
Why 25: resort size & terrain
25Rated

Fishing near Elmo

The Elmo area has 10 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best fishing near Elmo

How are these fishing spots ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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