Beaverhead River

Flowing through Montana, United States, Beaverhead River is a river that suits anglers willing to walk a bank. Most fish at Beaverhead River hold in identifiable lies — the same eddies, drop-offs, and shaded undercuts produce trip after trip. After heavy rain, Beaverhead River can colour up and rise quickly; that's often when bigger predators come out to feed, but wading conditions get dangerous.

Location

45.5412, -112.3338 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Brown troutRainbow troutMountain whitefishSea troutCutthroat troutWhite sucker

Fishing Techniques

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

• 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 Mountain whitefish

  Use light line (2-4 lb test) for better presentation and sensitivity, and fish near the bottom in runs and riffles.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Beaverhead River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Beaverhead River, make sure your licence covers Montana, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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