Flathead County · stream · order 6 river · ~2,580 cfs typical
Middle Fork Flathead River
Middle Fork Flathead River is a stream in Flathead 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
Mostly clear
89°
52°
8 mph
4%
Fri
Overcast
92°
63°
8 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
95°
71°
18 mph
0%
↗ 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
- North Fork Flathead River0.0 mi
- Mud Lake1.4 mi
- Lake West2.4 mi
- Lake Five2.3 mistocked May 8, 2026
- Rubideau Creek2.7 mi
- Bailey Lake2.9 mi
- Halfmoon Lake3.1 mi
- McDonald Creek4.0 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.
Middle Fork Flathead River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Middle Fork Flathead River?+
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 Middle Fork Flathead River?+
Middle Fork Flathead River is a stream in Flathead County, Montana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.