Fishing Access Sites Are Anglers' Paradise

Nearly every angler in Montana has a favorite—often secret—fishing access site. “With 320 fishing access sites to choose from across the state, anglers enjoy good access to the state’s blue ribbon streams and rivers, lakes and reservoirs,” said Allan Kuser, FWP fishing access site coordinator.

Most of the fishing opportunities at these access sites are on rivers and streams.   Fifty-eight sites are on lakes and reservoirs, including 14 warm water fisheries stocked by FWP.   

“As fishing access sites grow in popularity, more people find that they are attractive places to enjoy Montana’s waters, picnic, walk their dogs, maybe camp overnight,” Kuser said.   Currently, 49 sites charge for overnight camping. The cost is $7 with a current fishing license and $12 for people without a fishing license. Camping fees help cover the additional expenses to maintain these sites for overnight use.

A guide to the 320 fishing access sites in the state is available at FWP regional offices. It contains directions, maps, details on facilities, fees, and camping opportunities.

  Or, go to the FWP web site at fwp.mt.gov under Fishing then Fishing Guide. Select a river and click on it to see the Fishing Access Sites available on that river.     

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