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Holter Lake sits above the Missouri at Craig in the Gates of the Mountains area, with rainbows, walleye and perch.
Looking for the latest Holter Lake river report? This page is updated by the AvidMax fly shop team with live flows, current conditions, hatches and the flies working now on the Holter Lake.
Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Holter Lake that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Holter Lake fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
Fall fish are spread through the lake.
Leeches and streamers along the rocky shorelines.
Stocking report
See the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks stocking information for the latest stocking at Holter Lake and other Montana waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Holter Lake, bring: Woolly Bugger #4-8, Mini Leech #8-10, Sparkle Minnow #4-6, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14, Scud Bomb #12-16, Clouser Minnow #2-6, Pitching Leech #10.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Holter Lake lake details
| Access | Holter Lake recreation sites off Beartooth Road. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 3,550 ft |
| Nearest town | Wolf Creek, Montana |
| Best season | Spring through fall |
| Fish | Rainbows, walleye and perch |
| Regulations | Check Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks regulations for current rules. A Montana fishing license is required for anglers 12 and older. |
| Leaders and tippet | 9 ft leaders, 3X to 4X tippet |
| Ice fishing | Ice fishing. |
| Camping | BLM campgrounds on Holter Lake |
| Kids | Yes. |
| Good to know | Canyon winds. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Ice.
Spring
Spring.
Summer
Walleye.
Fall
Fall.
How to get there
From Wolf Creek, take Beartooth Road to Holter Lake.