Guide To Fishing At Holter Reservoir

AKA: Holter Lake

Holter Dam, on the Missouri River, creates Holter Reservoir creating some excellent fishing opportunities. This 4,800-acre lake has around 50 miles of shoreline (Upper and Lower) and is located in the west-central part of the state, at Wolf Creek, MT.

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

Ice fishing throughout the winter provides some quality perch for fish fry's. From Spring through fall, anglers fish Holter Lake in search of walleye, trout, perch, salmon and pike. There are several areas of the lake with access for shoreline fishing, and a fishing pier as well. This impounded section of the river is scenic, surrounded by rugged mountains and trees. Launch a canoe, kayak or fishing boat at Holter Lake boat ramp and Log Gulch ramp. A marina, stores, restaurants and shopping are all close at hand. Campgrounds and RV parks are available at the lake.

What to fish for...

Fishing for walleye, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, brown trout, yellow perch, kokanee salmon and northern pike at Holter Reservoir in Montana.

Primary fish species residing in Holter Reservoir

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Holter Reservoir Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: NO

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Burke Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the main lake, off Beartooth Road, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Gates Of The Mountains Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the upper lake, off Gates Of The Mountains Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.

Log Gulch Recreation Area Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side of the main lake, off Beartooth Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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