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Ideas and locations to take kids fishing in MT.

Kids fishing

Fishing and the great outdoors offers kids an alternative to many influences they encounter in their busy lives today. A single fishing trip could be the turning point in a young life. Ice fishing in winter is a good way to get them outdoors and introduce them to fishing. We encourage you to invest the time in kids. The rewards are endless and it takes so little effort.

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Places in Montana to take kids fishing

Consider these small lakes, ponds, creeks and urban fishing locations as places to take a kid fishing in the Treasure State.

Augusta
- Gibson Reservoir

Billings
- Lake Elmo State Park

Bozeman
- Bozeman Pond

Kalispell
- Ashley Lake

Missoula
- Bess Reed Park
- Caras Park
- Greenough Park
- Jacobs Island Park
- Kiwanis Park
- McCormick Park
- Toole Park

Father and son enjoying a day of fishing

Montana offers many opportunities for kids to fish and experience the thrill of the “tap-tap-tap”. Watch the eyes of a youth light up no matter how big or small their catch may be. You have the opportunity to experience it with them and share their joy.

Top 3 tips for taking kids fishing in MT

1. Make sure that the goal is to have fun. Catching fish is a bonus.

2. Keep it simple. Simple tackle, techniques and locations.

3. Keep the focus on the kids. Be a hero by helping them enjoy the day.

Click here for additional tips to create a successful day of fishing for kids.

Kids Fishing Video

Kids fishing photo

Kids, fishing and smiles naturally go together. Take a kid fishing and you just might change the course of their life. Then take pictures and send us one of them holding their prized catch. We will happily post it here.

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Kids fishing locations and information, by state.

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Help us identify other youth fishing spots in MT.

If you are aware of a great place to take kids fishing in your area, please let us know. We can add it to our list. Every kid that catches a fish will appreciate the fact that you made the effort.