Colstrip, MT Fishing Trip — November

Your Colstrip, MT Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 31°F0.5" rain · 4 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in November

5 species
Channel CatfishGood
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

November Weather in Colstrip

51°F
Avg High
31°F
Avg Low
0.5"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

5 Guides Near Colstrip

No guides are based in Colstrip, but these guides operate nearby.

$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.

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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 fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray

Montana Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$86
Requirements

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

Buy License Online — Montana

Species Regulations

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations as some waters may have specific limits.

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.

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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