MOUNTAIN GOAT LAKE

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • MONTANA

Mountain Goat Lake


April 25, 2024

Mountain Goat Lake is a popular fishing spot in Montana, USA. The lake is home to several fish species, including brook, rainbow, and cutthroat trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. Fishing tips include using flies or lures and fishing in the early morning or late evening. The best time to visit is from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 60-80°F. Visitors should come prepared for varying weather conditions and be aware of bear activity in the area.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Cutthroat Trout

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Albino Lake

Apache Trout • Brook Trout

Bowback Lake

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Bluefin Tuna

Basin Creek Lake

Apache Trout • Brook Trout

Courthouse Lake

Apache Trout • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Rainbow Trout

Mountain Goat Lake

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

Arch Lake

Apache Trout • Bull Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Dude Lake

Apache Trout • Brook Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Buffalo Bill Reservoir

Apache Trout • Bigmouth Buffalo • Cutthroat Trout

Horsethief Station

Anvil Lake

Apache Trout • Brook Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

HOGAN RESERVOIR BOAT LAUNCH
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
WEST FRONTAGE ROAD STILLWATER COUNTY
Upper Yellowstone-Lake Basin Watershed, Montana
LUCE RESERVOIR BOAT LAUNCH
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
ANDY MARTIN HILL BOAT RAMP
South Fork Shoshone Watershed, Wyoming
BEARTOOTH HIGHWAY WYOMING
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
NORTH FORK SHOSHONE RIVER BOAT RAMP
North Fork Shoshone Watershed, Wyoming
BEARTOOTH HIGH LAKES TRAIL WYOMING
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
HOWIE ROAD SWEET GRASS COUNTY
Upper Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
CLARKS FORK BOAT LAUNCH
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
NORTH YELLOWSTONE TRAIL ROAD SWEET GRASS COUNTY
Upper Yellowstone Watershed, Montana

Rafting & Kayaking

CONFLUENCE ROCK CREEK, SEC. 34, T8S, R19E TO ABSAROKA-BEARTOOTH WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
ARCH COULEE JUNCTION, SEC. 32, T13N, R11E TO FOREST BOUNDARY, SEC. 35, T13N, R11E
Judith Watershed, Montana
THE HEADWATERS TO ENDS ABOVE SLOUGH CREEK CAMPGROUND, LOCATED ON A SECONDARY SPUR ROAD TO THE PARK'S MAIN ROAD
Yellowstone Headwaters Watershed, Montana
BEAR CREEK
Shoshone Watershed, Wyoming
BEGINS 1/4 MILE UPSTREAM FROM NORTHEAST ENTRANCE ROAD BRIDGE IN THE AREA OF TOWER FALLS/ ROOSEVELT TO ENDS 1/4 MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM NORTHEAST ENTRANCE ROAD BRIDGE IN THE AREA OF TOWER FALLS/ ROOSEVELT
Yellowstone Headwaters Watershed, Wyoming
CHIEF JOSEPH CG, SEC. 28, T9S, R15E TO MONTANA STATE LINE, SEC. 34, T9S, R15E
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
ABSAROKA-BEARTOOTH WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO HEADWATERS, SEC. 20, T9S, R17E
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana
THE CONFLUENCE WITH SODA BUTTE CREEK TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE YELLOWSTONE RIVER
Yellowstone Headwaters Watershed, Wyoming
NORTHEAST YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY, NEAR COOKE CITY TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH LAMAR RIVER
Yellowstone Headwaters Watershed, Montana
ABSAROKA-BEARTOOTH WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO HEADWATERS, SEC. 10, T9S, R17E
Clarks Fork Yellowstone Watershed, Montana

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Custer National Forest

Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park

Wilderness Absaroka-Beartooth

Hailstone National Wildlife Refuge

Cooney State Park

Halfbreed Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Farm Service Agency Interest Of Montana National Wildlife Refuge

Highland Manor Park

S 8th Ave

Deadman's Basin Fishing Access Site

                                                                                                                        
                                               
MEETEETSE TRAIL WILDLIFE VIEWING AREA
The Meeteetse Trail Wildlife Viewing Area is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts in Montana. Located in the Clarks Fork Yellowstone watershed, this area is home to a diverse range ...
CASTLE ROCK FISHING ACCESS SITE
Castle Rock Fishing Access Site is a popular destination for anglers in Wyoming. It is located in the South Fork Shoshone watershed and offers stunning views of the Absaroka Mountains. ...
CODY CANAL DAY USE SITE
The Cody Canal Day Use Site is located in the South Fork Shoshone watershed of Wyoming and is a popular spot for camping, fishing, and hiking. The site is situated ...
CLAY BUTTE LOOKOUT
CLARKS FORK CANYON SCENIC VIEWPOINT
The Clarks Fork Canyon Scenic Viewpoint is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike in the Clarks Fork Yellowstone watershed of Montana. This viewpoint offers stunning views of the ...

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