Summary
Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. The best fishing tips include using lures and bait that mimic local insects and fishing in shallow waters during the summer. The best time of year to visit is from May to September when the average temperature ranges from 50-80°F (10-26°C).
Fish Species
Cutthroat Trout
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clark Fork River Below Cabinet Gorge Dam Id
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6630cfs |
Lightning Creek At Clark Fork Id
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302cfs |
Yaak River Near Troy Mt
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282cfs |
Fisher River Near Libby Mt
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134cfs |
Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt
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17000cfs |
Kootenai River At Leonia Id
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17300cfs |
Angling Safety Guidelines
Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
Handle Fish Responsibly
Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
Choose the Right Gear
Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
Respect the Waterway
Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
Keep It Clean
Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash—discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Related Links
Area Campgrounds
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Bad Medicine
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Bad Medicine Campground
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Dorr Skeels Campground
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Dorr Skeels
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Spar Lake Campground
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Spar Lake
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Little Blue Dam