Cascade, MT Fishing Trip — January

Your Cascade, MT Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 29°F / Low 12°F1.4" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

January Weather in Cascade

29°F
Avg High
12°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

2 in Cascade + 14 Nearby

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Montana Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$86
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Conservation license required as base. Covers all state waters.

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks regulations for specific water body restrictions, as some areas may have different limits or be catch-and-release only.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5
Size Limit:No size limit

Many waters have specific restrictions; consult the current Montana Fishing Regulations booklet.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for waters east of the Continental Divide, where some waters have specific restrictions.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters have specific limits or closures; check local regulations.

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