Guide To Fishing At Hebgen Lake

AKA: Hebgen Reservoir

Less than a 15-mile ride from West Yellowstone, MT is Hebgen Lake, a trout anglers' paradise. This 11,000-acre lake is an impoundment of the Madison River with over 65 miles of shoreline. Visitors tend to focus more on fishing here, and less on boating and other water sports.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Rental Boats
Boat Launch Ramps
Marinas
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Fly fishing for big browns and rainbows is the primary draw, with the potential to catch a dream fish on every cast. Plenty of campgrounds and RV parks surround the lake as do boat launch ramps and marinas. The combination of scenic views and alluring fishing make this a favorite destination for a day of fishing or an extended family vacation. Ice fishing in winter is available once there is safe ice.

What to fish for...

Fishing for rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout and brook trout at Hebgen Lake in Montana.

Primary fish species residing in Hebgen Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Hebgen Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

Kirkwood Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats and pontoon boats
406 646-7540

Madison Arm Resort
Rentals: Fishing boats
406 646-9328

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Cherry Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off USFS Road 167, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Kirkwood Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, east side, off Access Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.

Lonesomehurst Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Denny Creek Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.

Old Ranch Road Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, in the Grayling Arm, off Old Ranch Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Rainbow Point Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, in the Grayling Arm, off Holiday Drive, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Yellowstone Holiday RV Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off US Highway 287, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.