Any equipment that does not fit entirely within the campsite parking-spur must be parked outside the campground in an area designated by the park manager. Outfitter Clay Anderson is well known for sharing his enthusiasm and knowledge of fishing with all generations. Find First Available Date. At normal pool, Rend Lake has a surface area of 20,633 acres, a maximum depth of 35 feet, and a mean depth of 10 feet. "But it's the smaller fish two to six pounds that are the most aggressive and best table fare. Jet Ski Ramp and Boat Ramp included. "It's a chance to visit a place where the ecosystem is still untouched. Docks are to be used only for loading and unloading unless otherwise posted. "It's water surrounded by mountains that is untouched, clear, and pristine. Closed to motorboats over 10 horsepower There must be a wearable life jacket (Type I, II, or III) for each person on vessels less than 16 feet long (including canoes and kayaks of any length). The boat owner will receive one permanent registration decal as proof of payment of fees in lieu of tax. David Link - Kila/Smith Lake Advisory Paul Mutascio - Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork Linda Tutvedt - Flathead Combined Training Association Call to Order A meeting of the Board of Directors for Flathead County Weed, Parks & Recreation was held in the conference room at 311 FFA Drive, Kalispell, Montana on August 25, 2014. Big Hole River, Silver Bow, Madison, Deer Lodge, Beaverhead Counties: Closed to all motorboats. All white lights required by the rules must be visible from a distance of at least two miles. The following lakes located with the Thompson Chain of Lakes in Lincoln county: Crystal Lake - Horseshoe Lake. Missouri River(see also Canyon Ferry, Fort Peck, Hauser, and Holter Reservoirs), Gallatin, Broadwater, Lewis & Clark, Cascade Counties: Closed to all motorboats from the Burlington Northern Railway Bridge No. The application fee is $5. give his or her name, address and identification of the boat in writing to any person injured and to the owner of any damaged property. A temporary boating restriction is in effect on Flathead Lake at Skidoo Bay adjacent to the Boulder 2700 Fire within the exterior boundaries of the Flathead Indian Reservation. A temporary boating restriction is in effect on Flathead Lake at Skidoo Bay adjacent to the Boulder 2700 Fire within the exterior boundaries of the Flathead Indian Reservation. For those who prefer to "catch" some scenery, Flathead Lake is user-friendly for bike riders. A Type IV throwable device may NOT be substituted for wearable life jackets. Sailboats 12 feet long and longer and all motorboats and personal watercraft must be registered at the local county treasurers office. Klamath Lake 7. All floaters are limited to a total of 2 launches at or near each official access site each day. Lake Tahoe 2. The largest white crappie ever collected by electrofishing on Lake Springfield measured 15" and weighed just over 2 lbs! From Canyon Ferry Dam to Riverside boat ramp. Hauser Reservoir, Lewis & Clark County: Closed to all watercraft from October 15 to December 15, the upper end of reservoir from Canyon Ferry Dam to below Brown's Gulch as marked. Polson, MT 59860 A boat owner may obtain a HIN number from anyFish, Wildlife & Parks regional or area office. Exceptions:(1) Personal watercraft which must maintain a minimum operating speed to remain upright and maneuver in the water may travel at that minimum operating speed following the most direct route through the no-wake zone to and from shore. The following list of waterbodies have restrictions on the type of watercraft allowed, define no-wake speed areas, and identify lakes with water-ski directional rules. Willow Creek Reservoir (Harrison Lake), Madison County: Boats must travel at no-wake speed in all of Willow Creek Arm and Norwegian Arm as buoyed 6 PM-11 AM. The rock flathead is another species found in Victorian waters, but it is less commonly encountered by recreational anglers. Bitterroot River & Tributaries, Missoula, Ravalli Counties: Closed to all motorized watercraft from the headwaters to the confluence with the Clark Fork River. At least one intake duct must be installed so that it extends to the point at least midway to the bilge, or at least below the level of the carburetor air intake. "Montana is known for fast changing weather," she tells them, "and here on the lake that's very true. Personal watercraft which must maintain a minimum operating speed to remain upright and maneuver in the water may travel at that minimum operating speed following the most direct route through the no-wake zone to and from shore; motorized watercraft towing a skier from or to a dock or the shore, except that watercraft must travel the most direct route through the no-wake zone; the following lakes located within the Thompson Chain of Lakes in Lincoln county: Children under 12 years of age must wear a life jacket on a boat less than 26 feet in length that is in motion. Spokane Creek Bay within 500 feet from mouth of bay as buoyed. "The lake trout in Flathead are our trophy fish," says fishing guide Mike Howe. Privacy Policy It is roughly 34 miles long and five miles wide. RentByOwner 3 Bedrooms Rental Enjoy Flathead Lake! Boats will be allowed into the marina when the lake level is 2891.5 feet (1.5 feet below full pool) or above. Take a look at the new fees that were approved on January 4, 2022 and will be effective March 1, 2022: The . The Great Salt Lake 6. [View map of Restrictions (PDF)], Clark Fork River (Harpers Bridge FAS to St. Johns FAS), Missoula, Mineral Counties: Closed to all motorized watercraft from Harpers Bridge Fishing Access Site to St. Johns Fishing Access Site. We've got the perfect private charters for you and your group! Holland Lake, Missoula County: Boats must travel at no-wake speed in Holland Lake Lodge and the Bay Loop campground within 300 feet or as buoyed. [View map of Restrictions (PDF)], Clark Fork River (Kelly Island FAS/Grass Valley Ditch Diversion to Harper's Bridge FAS), Missoula County: Closed to all motorized watercraft from Kelly Island (Spurgin Road) Fishing Access Site boat ramp and the Grass Valley Ditch Diversion to Harper's Bridge Fishing Access Site. FLATHEAD CATFISH . [View map of Restrictions (PDF)], Clark Fork River (St. Johns FAS to mouth of Fish Creek), Mineral County: Closed to all motorized watercraft From St. John's Fishing Access Site to the mouth of Fish Creek (also known as the Alberton Gorge Whitewater section). Fishing: Popular with locals for large rainbow trout and kokanee. By Beacon Staff May 21, 2013 The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Commission voted against new boating rules on Echo Lake during its meeting earlier this month. Blanchard Lake, Blanchard Lake is on the Clearwater River, Missoula County: Closed to motorboats over 10 horsepower. Motor-driven vehicles may not be used to drive, molest, flush or harass any game animal or game bird while hunting. These regulations shall be known and referred to as the "Flathead County Lake and Lakeshore Protection Regulations." 1.2 AUTHORITY These regulations are adopted under the authority of the State of Montana, 75-7-207, M.C.A., which requires local governing bodies to adopt regulations regarding the issuance or denial of Also exempt are a vessels lifeboat and government-owned boats. It is illegal to discharge any garbage, refuse, waste, or sewage into or near the water. CAMPING, IMPROVED SITE. Certain Tribal campgrounds and recreation areas may have special regulations, which are posted, on site. Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in the western US (by surface area) outside of Alaska. "It's a large body of cold water", notes McDonald, "and I get a kick out of watching children run and dive into the lake while their parents don't even try to take a swim until late July when the temperatures have warmed.The lake's water temperature reaches a high of about 60 degrees in late August for those considering when to join their kids.Of the 22 islands on the lake, 2,000-acre Wild Horse Island is the largest, and most popular. 100' above the dam to 150' below the dam. Recently, while jigging for lakers in 160 feet of water, my wife and I caught the same fish. America's celebrated scribe John Steinbeck drove from Maine to California and back in 1960 in a truck with Charley, his poodle, on a 10,000- mile adventure to learn about the United States. Mono Lake 12. Mail to: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Boating Law Enforcement, P.O. Parking. Are motor boats allowed on Flathead Lake? The Flathead River is divided into two distinct rivers separated by Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake in the Western United States. 406-212-7175 1-866-351-8485 (Example: MT 1234 AB or MT 1234 - AB), All Motorboats, Personal Watercraft, and Motorized Pontoons less than 16 feet in length, and Sailboats at least 12 feet in length but less than 16 feet in length: $65.50, All Motorboats, Motorized Pontoons and Sailboats at least 16 feet in length but less than 19 feet in length, and Personal Watercraft 16 feet in length or longer: $125.50, All Motorboats, Motorized Pontoons and Sailboats 19 feet in length and longer: $295.50. Flathead Lake contains 200-square miles of water and is ringed by 185 miles of shoreline. At Old Faithful Watersports, we believe there is no better way to experience Montana than from the water. Do not operate or beach your motorboat within a designated swimming area. There are five public landing sites on the island. But these numbers don't do justice to the most-talked-about Flathead characteristic: It is stunning. Sirens may not be used or installed except on authorized emergency vessels. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Boating Laws Resource Page; Boating Law Enforcement. Old Faithful Watersports is conveniently located at the northern tip of Flathead Lake, in beautiful Bigfork, Montana. We are happy to announce that the Harbor Grille in Lakeside will host the 2022 Flathead Lake Boat Show. Generally the 12-digit hull identification (HIN) number is on the exterior of the vessels transom in the upper-right corner. Gartside Reservoir, Richland County: Manually powered or electric motors only. It may take some discussion and planning, but the rewards of making such a trip to big sky country will be huge an up-close look at some precious Indian territory, vistas that will amaze you, and a connection to one of America's treasures. Powerboats, sailboats and boats under sail may not be used to kill, capture, take, pursue, concentrate, drive, or stir up any upland game birds, game, or fur-bearing animals. Aircraft including helicopters with buckets and fixed wing water scoopers utilize the lake as a source of water. Gates of the Mountains Marina Marina within 300 feet of docks or as buoyed. You have to get pretty close to really see them, but it has to be done safely and is a must-see.". Blaine, Choteau, Fergus, Phillips Counties: Boats must travel at no-wake speed. All operators and riders must wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket, or personal flotation device (PFD). Whitefish: 100 daily and in possession. "People are surprised by Flathead Lake," local resident Robert McDonald will tell you. Flathead Lake State Park maintains six parks around Flathead Lake, some of which have excellent swimming in summer. 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