Stillwater River

Stillwater River cuts through Montana, United States and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Stillwater River — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

48.1852, -114.2800 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Montana

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Montana. Conditions at Stillwater River may vary.

Rainbow troutCutthroat troutBrook troutBrown troutLargemouth bassNorthern pike

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Cutthroat trout

  When fishing streams, cast upstream and retrieve with the current to mimic natural drift, increasing your chances of hooking wary cutthroat trout.

• For Brook trout

  Fish upstream, casting into pools and runs, allowing your bait or lure to drift naturally with the current for best results.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Montana.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Stillwater River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Montana before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Stillwater River.

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