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Kootenai River - Libby Dam Tailwater
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We don't have curated regulation data for MT yet. Check Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for current rules before fishing.
See full state regulationsThe Kootenai River below Libby Dam is a premier tailwater fishery in northwest Montana, producing trophy rainbow trout in a stunning river canyon setting. Cold, clear releases from Libby Dam maintain excellent water temperatures and clarity, supporting a world-class fishery with fish regularly exceeding 20 inches. The river is accessible via several FWP fishing access sites and is particularly productive for large rainbows on streamer and nymph patterns.
McGillivray Campground
~10 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
Timberlane Campground
~19 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
Webb Mtn. Lookout Rental
~50 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
North Dickey Lake
~54 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
Fairview Ranger Station
~23 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
Bull River Guard Station
~50 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
South Dickey Lake
~54 min drive
A worthwhile stop near MT.
Star Meadows Guard Station
~49 min drive
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Tepee Lake
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Mcgregor Lake Campground
~55 min drive
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