Tongue River

As a river in Montana, United States, Tongue River fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Tongue River pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

45.6177, -106.2829 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Channel catfishBrown troutSmallmouth bassMountain whitefishRainbow troutSauger

Fishing Techniques

• For Channel catfish

  Fish near structure like submerged trees or rocks, as channel catfish often use these areas for ambush points and shelter.

• For Brown trout

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

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Tongue River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Tongue 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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