Fishing Noxon Reservoir

AKA: Noxon Rapids Reservoir

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Noxon Reservoir, MT

Popular Fish Species Noxon Reservoir, MT

Noxon Reservoir Popular Fish - Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Noxon Reservoir offers excellent fishing for largemouth bass, including many local bass tournaments. A significant number of big bass roam Noxon Reservoir, thanks to excellent fisheries management by the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, as well as the availability of extensive cover for both baitfish and bass. When the bite is good, bass typically move shallow and are quite aggressive. If you find them shallow and they are not tempted to bite, slow down and use smaller, lighter baits. Fishing for largemouth bass is good virtually any time they are shallow - in spring, mornings in summer, and during warm Fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap. Around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, big worms, jigs and spoons are three good weapons. In winter, spend your time fishing Noxon Reservoir on deeper structure where the bass spend much of their time.

Noxon Reservoir Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass are another favorite of many locals at Noxon Reservoir, as they are tough fighters and exciting to catch. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. Largemouth bass and spotted bass also reside here in good numbers.

Noxon Reservoir Popular Fish - Northern Pike

Northern Pike Fishing

Thriving in the cool waters of Noxon Reservoir, northern pike are also popular with local anglers. This year they are being caught in good quantity and some mighty big sizes. April through June are the best months of the year for northern pike fishing here. Mid-summer is spotty but pike can be caught all summer long. Fall can also be good sometimes stretching into October. Large, flashy lures that mimic the bait they prey upon are great lures for northerns. Effective lures include spoons, spinners, and crankbaits, particularly those with bright colors or metallic finishes to attract the pike's attention. Additionally, big flies, soft plastic swimbaits and jerkbaits can be successful, especially when retrieved erratically to mimic wounded prey. Trolling along weed edges can often entice strikes.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, lake trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, yellow perch, kokanee salmon and northern pike at Noxon Reservoir in Montana.

Nestled amongst the beauty of mountains and forests, Noxon Reservoir is very easy on the eyes and provides visitors with excellent out door adventure options. Fishing is very popular at this 6,100-acre lake in the west-central part of the state, at Trout Creek.

There is very limited access for fishing from the bank along the 60 miles of shoreline, so fishing from a boat is the best option. The Trout Creek boat launch ramp is open to the public during the warm season. Noxon Rapids Reservoir is considered a top-notch bass lake for both largemouth and smallmouth. Popular as well are northern pike, trout, perch and kokanee. There is no marina or rental boats at the lake. Ice fishing in winter might reward you with a giant northern pike or plenty of perch and walleye for a fish fry.

Primary fish species residing in Noxon Reservoir

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Noxon Rapids Reservoir Amenities

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

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Noxon Reservoir Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, at the west end of the dam, off Stevens CR Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Trout Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off State Route 200, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.