Big Skies, Bigger Bass: Top Lakes in Montana for Bass and Northern Pike Fishing

Big Skies, Bigger Bass: Top Lakes in Montana for Bass and Northern Pike Fishing News provided by Montana Department of Commerce Jul 16, 2026, 15:45 ET Share this article Share to X Share this article Share to X Warm-water species like smallmouth and largemouth bass provide exciting opportunities for anglers during hot summer months HELENA, Mont. , July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the heat of summer stretches across Montana, many anglers turn their attention to warm-water fish species like smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and northern pike to help give the state's coveted cold-water species like trout a break from the action. Fort Peck Lake, credit Montana Department of Commerce, visitmt.com Tongue River Reservoir, credit Montana Department of Commerce, visitmt.com