Fishing the Beartooths

There are more than 1,000 lakes and streams in the magnificent Beartooth and Absaroka mountains. Many of these waters teem with colorful fish; others are barren. Some are easily accessible; others are tough to find. So how does an angler figure out where to go and how to get there? It’s all here in the new, revised Fishing the Beartooths.

This guide answers the questions every angler asks before striking out for a high mountain lake. You’ll find up-to-date stocking schedules, information on fish abundance, precise location coordinates, elevation, surface area, and maximum depth for each lake; plus clear descriptions of trails, distances, landmarks, terrain, and even availability of firewood – everything you need to plan your next fishing trip.

No one but Pat Marcuson could have written Fishing the Beartooths. He spent ten years surveying and sampling these lakes for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. Each page is enriched with Marcuson’s first-hand descriptions, advice, humor, and knowledge of the area’s history.

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran of these spectacular peaks and plateaus or a first-time visitor, Fishing the Beartooths will prove an indispensable reference today and for years to come.