DEARBORN RIVER

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • MONTANA

Dearborn River


April 25, 2024

The Dearborn River in Montana is a popular fishing destination for trout and whitefish. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby Lewis and Clark National Forest. Fishing tips include using dry flies and nymphs, especially during the summer months. The best time to visit is from May to September when the weather is warm and dry with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 80°F. It's essential to check for weather updates and water levels before visiting.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Lake Whitefish

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Bison Creek

Apache Trout • Rainbow Trout

Helena Valley Regulating Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout

Hauser Reservoir

Apache Trout • Kelp Bass • Rainbow Trout • Smallmouth Bass • Walleye • White Perch

Leslie Lake

Apache Trout • Brook Trout

Glenwood Lake

Apache Trout • Brook Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Canyon Ferry Lake

Apache Trout • Kelp Bass • Rainbow Trout • Walleye • White Perch

Crow Creek

Apache Trout • Lake Whitefish • Mountain Whitefish • Rainbow Trout

Little Boulder River

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

Little Prickly Pear Creek

Apache Trout • Brook Trout • Brown Trout • Lake Whitefish • Mountain Whitefish • Rainbow Trout

Park Lake

Apache Trout • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Rainbow Trout • White Perch • Yellow Perch
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

LOWRY BRIDGE
Sun Watershed, Montana
OLD US HIGHWAY 91 CASCADE COUNTY
Upper Missouri-Dearborn Watershed, Montana
BIG BEND BOAT RAMP
Upper Missouri-Dearborn Watershed, Montana
RIVER DRIVE SOUTH 814, GREAT FALLS
Upper Missouri-Dearborn Watershed, Montana
NORTH FORK SUN RIVER REC SITE
Sun Watershed, Montana
CROSS DRIVE HELENA VALLEY NORTHEAST
Upper Missouri Watershed, Montana
LOG GULCH BOAT RAMP
Upper Missouri Watershed, Montana
BEARTOOTH ROAD LEWIS AND CLARK COUNTY
Upper Missouri Watershed, Montana
CASCADE COUNTY
Smith Watershed, Montana
WEST LOOP BROADWATER COUNTY
Upper Missouri Watershed, Montana

Rafting & Kayaking

TENDERFOOT CREEK, SEC. 30, T14N, R4E TO DEEP CREEK, SEC. 31, T16N, R4E
Smith Watershed, Montana
COONEY CR HEADWATERS, SEC. 17, T19N, R9W TO MAINSTEM, SEC. 1, T17N, R10W
Blackfoot Watershed, Montana
HEADWATERS, SEC. 34, T28N, R11W TO SWIFT RESERVOIR
Two Medicine Watershed, Montana
HEADWATERS, SEC. 4, T18N, R10W TO NORTH FORK SUN RIVER, SEC. 26, T22N, R10W
Sun Watershed, Montana
DOBROTA HEADWATERS, SEC. 23, T18N, R10W TO MAINSTEM, SEC. 31, T18N, R9W
Blackfoot Watershed, Montana
FOOL CREEK, SEC. 24, T25N, R11W TO WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Sun Watershed, Montana
WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO SOUTH FORK SUN RIVER, SEC. 26, T22N, R10W
Sun Watershed, Montana
HEADWATERS, SEC. 15, T18N, R10W TO STRAIGHT CREEK, SEC. 25, T19N, R10W
Sun Watershed, Montana
HEADWATERS, SEC. 13, T18N, R10W TO FOREST BOUNDARY, SEC. 6, T17N, R7W
Upper Missouri-Dearborn Watershed, Montana
SNOWBANK LAKE, SEC. 4, T15N, R8W TO LANDERS FORK BLACKFOOT RIVER, SEC. 36, T15N, R8W
Blackfoot Watershed, Montana

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Broadwater Bay Park

Dudley Anderson Park

Warden Park

Grande Vista Park

Chowen Springs Park

Hylande Heights Park

Hooper Park

Montana Park

Lewis and Clark National Forest

Tower Rock State Park

                                                                                                                        
                                               
TWO CAMPS
The Upper Missouri River watershed in Montana is home to two distinct camps that offer visitors a chance to experience the beautiful natural environment of the area. The camps are ...

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