Where can I fish on the Bitterroot River?

Bitterroot River Map and Fishing Access Sites

Fishing Access	Boat Ramp	Camping
Darby Bridge	Yes	No
Bell Crossing	Yes	No
Poker Joe	Yes	No
Florence Bridge	Yes	No

What fish are in the Bitterroot River?

Montana’s Bitterroot River is home to a variety of fish, including rainbow trout, brook trout, cutthroat trout, bull trout and even brown trout. And while you may hook a mountain whitefish or pike on occasion, most of the fish you’ll land on the river are trout.

What is the best fishing river in Montana?

Best Montana Fly Fishing Rivers

• 1) The Yellowstone River. The Yellowstone River has always had a special place in our hearts and we without a doubt consider it the best river to fly fish in Montana.
• 2) The Missouri River.
• 3) The Madison River.
• 4) The Blackfoot River.
• 5) The Bighorn River.

How deep is the Bitterroot River?

three feet deep
The Bitterroot can be over 120 feet in width in various places, making it a larger river in size compared to places like the Ruby or Beaverhead. It is also very wade-friendly, usually no more than three feet deep in most areas.

What city in Montana has the best fishing?

Bozeman is one of Montana’s best destinations for outdoor activities. The city has excellent cuisine, vibrant culture, and access to internationally renowned fly-fishing. Within a one-hour drive in the area, you will get to some of the finest trout fisheries in the western part of the country.

What part of Montana has the best fishing?

These 11 Rivers are Among the Best Fishing Spots in Montana

• Bighorn River.
• Blackfoot River.
• Clark Fork River.
• Flathead River (North and South Forks)
• Gallatin River.
• Madison River.
• Missouri River.
• Smith River.

Where does the Bitterroot River start?

East Fork Bitterroot River
West Fork Bitterroot River
Bitterroot River/Sources

What fish are in the rivers of Montana?

Montana is home to many species of trout and Rocky Mountain whitefish. The primary species are brown, rainbow, cutthroat, and bull trout. Brown and rainbow trout in Montana are wild trout—meaning none of the trout in our rivers are stocked.

Is live bait legal in Montana?

Montana. The state of Montana has very strict laws for the use of live bait. With a few exceptions, it is illegal to use live fish for bait in this state. In waters that allow the use of live bait, only nongame fish may be used for bait.

Can I keep trout in Montana?

Lakes/Reservoirs: 5 daily and 10 in possession, includes cutthroat trout. Rivers/Streams: all cutthroat trout must be released immediately. Lakes/Reservoirs: included in Combined Trout daily and possession limit. 5 daily and in possession.

Where does the Bitterroot River start and end?

Clark ForkBitterroot River / Mouth

The Bitterroot River in Montana is a medium sized stream that begins with the confluence of the East Fork Bitterroot and the West Fork Bitterroot near Connor, Montana. It then flows North through the scenic Bitterroot Valley on its way to the confluence with the Clark Fork near Missoula, Montana.

How many pike can you keep in Montana?

10
Standard Regulations: Central District

Species	Daily & Possession Limits
Catfish	10 daily and 20 in possession
Northern Pike	10 daily and in possession
Pallid Sturgeon	0 – this is an endangered species and all fish must be released immediately. All waters are closed to angling for white sturgeon

Where can I fish for pike in Montana?

Northern Pike are found in the Blackfoot River, Clark Fork River, Bitterroot River and many lakes throughout Western Montana. They’re found in the backwaters and sloughs, and offer exciting fishing, crushing big flies as they go by.