Where Is The Best Fishing In Great Falls? Everywhere

Can you legally fish in Great Falls, Montana?

The short answer is yes.

Get A Montana Fishing License

If you're 12 or older you need to have a Montana fishing license.  You can do it at businesses like Scheels and North 40 in Great Falls, Montana or you can just sign up with FWP.  You can do it all on line now.

Where Can I Fish In Great Falls?

• You can fish up and down the Missouri River in and around Great Falls.  There is NO net fishing allowed
• Giant Springs.  You really can fish in Giant Springs.  I've done it.  It's gorgeous, quiet, and loaded with fish.
• Fish the dams.  I've never done it, but I've been told that there are plenty of fish by the dams

What Do I Need To Fish In Great Falls?

• A fishing pole
• A fishing license
• Bait
• Dress for the weather. The weather in Montana can change on a dime, even on the nicest days
• Double check that you're not trespassing. Trespassing is real, and it's really rude.  All you have to do is make sure your fishing hole isn't on private land.  If it is on private land and you feel you MUST fish there, find the owner and ask permission

What Kind Of Fish Will I Catch In Great Falls?

• Trout
• Carp
• Catfish
• Walleye

If You're New To The Missouri River In Great Falls

One thing to keep in mind, there is undertow all over the river in this area.  The undertow is real and to be respected.  Always keep an eye on the littles, and don't swim anywhere you don't already know is safe.