Fishing

The 3.1-million-acre Custer Gallatin National Forest offers an incredible variety of fishing opportunities.  We offer thousands of miles of fishable streams and rivers and are also home to hundreds of high mountain lakes and reservoirs. This vast diversity of aquatic habitats allows for an incredible array of recreational fishing opportunities. Whether you like to fly-fish a small tributary stream, try your hand at the fish in a rugged high-alpine lake, or icefish in a reservoir accessible by vehicle, the Custer Gallatin offers many different angling experiences.

This amazing landscape also offers many types of hunting opportunities for hunters of all ages and experience levels. 

All hunting, fishing, and trapping is regulated under state law (and may be subject to National Forest closures and prohibitions as well). Visit South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for licensing and regulations.

Lake and Pond Fishing

State laws apply to fishing in all national forests and grasslands. For Montana fishing laws and regulation information visit:

• FishMT - Your One-Stop-Shop for Fishing Regulations and Information in Montana (Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks)
• Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Regulations
• Montana Fish Stocking Program

For South Dakota fishing laws and regulation information visit:

• Fishing in South Dakota (South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks)
• Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Regulations (SD Least Wanted)
• Fish Stockings in the Last 7 Days

Ice Fishing

State laws apply to fishing in all national forests and grasslands. For Montana fishing laws and regulation information visit:

• FishMT - Your One-Stop-Shop for Fishing Regulations and Information in Montana (Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks)
• Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Regulations
• Montana Fish Stocking Program

For South Dakota fishing laws and regulation information visit:

• Fishing in South Dakota (South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks)
• Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Regulations (SD Least Wanted)
• Fish Stockings in the Last 7 Days

River and Stream Fishing

State laws apply to fishing in all national forests and grasslands. For Montana fishing laws and regulation information visit:

• FishMT - Your One-Stop-Shop for Fishing Regulations and Information in Montana (Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks)
• Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Regulations
• Montana Fish Stocking Program

For South Dakota fishing laws and regulation information visit:

• Fishing in South Dakota (South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks)
• Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Regulations (SD Least Wanted)
• Fish Stockings in the Last 7 Days

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Aspen Campground

Aspen Campground presents a distinctive opportunity to immerse oneself in nature, showcasing breathtaking landscapes and excellent fishing locations. This campground offers a back-to-basics…

Baker's Hole Campground

A campground along the Madison River on the Hebgen Lake District.View this site on Recreation.gov

Basin Campground

Basin Campground is nestled in the trees along the banks of the West Fork of Rock Creek. Basin Lakes National Recreation Trail (#61) is a short distance from the campground. Silver Run National…

Basin Lakes Trail (# 61)

Basin Lakes National Recreation Trail (# 61) is 4 miles long. The trail is a steady forested climb to upper and lower Basin Lakes passing a waterfall along the way. Lower Basin Lake is partially…

Bear Creek Campground

A campground in the West Absaroka Mountains on Gardiner District. 

Beaver Creek Campground

Beaver Creek Campground is located near the Madison River and Earthquake Lake, on the Hebgen Lake District; less than 30 minutes from West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park. Visitors enjoy…

Big Beaver Campground

Nestled close to the serene Blakely Creek and tucked away from the bustle of the main road, Big Beaver Campground offers an intimate retreat for nature lovers. This hidden gem is renowned for its…

Blackmore Camp

Site Open

A picnic area in the Hyalite Canyon on the Bozeman District.

Blacks Pond Campground

Site Open

View this site on Recreation.gov A campground on the Ashland Ranger District.

Cabin Creek Campground

Cabin Creek Campground is located near the Madison River, on the Hebgen Lake Ranger District in southwestern Montana. It is just 25 minutes from West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park's west…