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Hebgen Lake, MT

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.

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.

Fishing Boats For Rent In Montana

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

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Rainbow trout Cutthroat trout Brook trout Brown trout

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

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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.

Marinas

Kirkwood Marina
11500 Hebgen Lake Rd.
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
406 646-7540

Click here for a Montana Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Yellowstone Holiday RV Campground - 406 646-4242

Rainbow Point Campground - 406 646-1012

Hebgen Basin Campground - 406 646-1012

Cherry Creek Campground - 406 823-6961

Spring Creek Campground - 406 823-6961

Campfire Lodge Resort Campground - 406 646-7258

Beaver Creek Campground - 406 823-6961

Bakers Hole Campground - 877 646-1012

Lonesomehurst Campground - 877 444-6777

Hebgen Lake MT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Hebgen Lake
Kirkwood Marina
11500 Hebgen Lake Rd
West Yellowstone, MT59758
406 646-7540

 

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