The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 2 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lindbergh Lake
Missoula County, Montana · about 730 acres (1.1 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Lindbergh Lake
Lindbergh Lake spreads over about 730 acres in Missoula County, Montana.
From end to end it runs about 3.9 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 9.4 miles. The water sits about 4,330 ft above sea level. The nearest town, Seeley Lake, is about 17 miles southeast. The closest city is Missoula, about 35 miles away.
- Size
- About 730 acres (1.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 9.4 miles
- End to end
- About 3.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 4,330 ft
- County
- Missoula County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise · wind 2 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Montana mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Catfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
2 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:37 am · sunset 5:00 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lindbergh Lake
- Seeley Lakeabout 17 mi southeast
- Ronanabout 19 mi northwest
- Pabloabout 23 mi northwest
- Polsonabout 29 mi northwest
- Missoulanearest city, about 35 mi south
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Questions about Lindbergh Lake
What fish are in Lindbergh Lake?
Lakes like Lindbergh Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lindbergh Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lindbergh Lake?
About 730 acres, with about 9.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lindbergh Lake?
Seeley Lake is about 17 miles southeast; Ronan is about 19 miles northwest.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Lindbergh Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Lindbergh Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
