Fishing Report

Water Birch fishing

Montana, USA Upper Yellowstone watershed 45.315°, -109.193°
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Water Birch -- Montana fishing area
Water Birch Montana · Upper Yellowstone watershed
About this spot

Water Birch

Water Birch, located near the Bighorn River in Montana, is a productive fishing area known for its trout, especially brown and rainbow trout. Anglers find success fishing from shore along public access sites or by drift boat, with the Bighorn's Afterbay Dam to Bighorn Access being a prime float route. Hot spots include bends, riffles, and undercut banks. Seasonal hatches (midges, blue-winged olives) make fly fishing effective year-round, with nymphs and streamers productive in cooler months. No piers or ramps exist at Water Birch itself, but nearby Bighorn Access offers boat launches. Check Montana FWP regulations before fishing, as this is a catch-and-release-focused area.
StateMontana
WatershedUpper Yellowstone
Latitude45.3150°
Longitude-109.1934°
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Water Birch -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.

Angling safety & ethics

Know the regulations
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.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Water Birch as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Water Birch

What fish species are found at Water Birch?

Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Water Birch -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

Do I need a fishing license?

Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Water Birch.

How do I get to Water Birch?

Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this spot, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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