Fishing and Floating

Some of the finest fly fishing is found in Jefferson County, Montana. Drop a line in one of the many rivers or streams and watch the water come alive. Trout are abundant, and fishermen are scarce. What more could you ask for?

Jefferson River

Description
The Jefferson River begins near Twin Bridges, Montana, with the confluence of the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Ruby Rivers, and flows for more than eighty miles to its confluence with the Missouri River in Three Forks, Montana. Review the information on guided fishing trips, floating and river conditions to plan your perfect trip.

Website
https://www.bigskyfishing.com/rivers/southwest-montana/jefferson-river/

Park Lake Campground

Description
Park Lake Campground, located approximately 20 miles southwest of Helena, Montana, provides an opportunity to camp near the placid, lovely Park Lake. Enjoy fishing for cutthroat trout and grayling in this beautiful mountain lake, hand launch non-motorized boats or picnic along the lakeshore.

Website
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hlcnf/recarea/?recid=62843

Cardwell Bridge Fishing Access Site

Description
Directions and general information to Cardwell Bridge.

Website
https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/landsMgmt/siteDetail.action?lmsId=39753432

Mayflower Bridge Fishing Access Site

Description
This 20-acre site provides access to hunting, fishing, and boating.

Website
https://myfwp.mt.gov/fishMT/fas/39753568

Parrot Castle Fishing Access Site

Description
Enjoy fishing and hunting in the 33-acre Parrot Castle area.

Website
https://myfwp.mt.gov/fishMT/fas/39753428

Cargill Outfitters

Description
Cargill Outfitters is ready to guide you on your next adventure, whether it’s horseback riding, hunting, fishing, or wildlife watching and photography.

Website
https://www.ironwheel.com/

Homestake Lake Recreation Area

Description
Homestake picnic ground is located in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana at an elevation of 6,300 feet. This area is for day use picnicking only and a small lake at the site provides fishing. Scenic trails nearby are great for hiking, ATV riding, and motorcycle riding.

Website
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/bdnf/recarea/?recid=5735

What People Are Saying

A Great Place to Live

After spending some time in Jefferson County, we discovered it is a great place to live and work and we found it is a place that is more than willing to help others.

Struck by the Beauty

As an avid outdoorsman I was struck by the beauty Jefferson County has to offer. What a great place to enjoy the outdoors.

Beautiful Scenery

I take my camera wherever I go and I could not believe the amount of beautiful scenery I was able to capture. I will tell all of my friends who enjoy taking photos, make sure you visit Jefferson County.

Beautiful Place to Visit

As I was driving south through Jefferson County, I passed thru Montana City, Whitehall, and all the little places in between. What a beautiful place to visit in any season. I can see why they call Montana God’s Country.