Yellowstone County · stream · order 4 river · ~1 cfs typical · seasonal
Bitter Creek
Bitter Creek is a stream in Yellowstone County, Montana. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Montana's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
99°
70°
29 mph
10%
Sat
Overcast
108°
71°
15 mph
0%
Sun
Overcast
103°
73°
28 mph
2%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Alkali Creek2.7 mi
- Dry Creek4.1 mi
- Blue Creek3.9 mi
- Lake Elmo5.2 mistocked Jun 3, 2026
- Five Mile Creek5.8 mi
- Canyon Creek6.7 mi
- South Fork Alkali Creek7.6 mi
- North Fork Alkali Creek7.6 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official MT regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Bitter Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Bitter Creek?+
Yes — Montana requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Bitter Creek?+
Bitter Creek is a stream in Yellowstone County, Montana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.