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 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Saint Mary Lake
Glacier County, Montana · about 3,710 acres (5.8 sq mi)
39°F water, calm this morning.
About Saint Mary Lake
In Glacier County, Montana, Saint Mary Lake covers about 3,710 acres.
From end to end it runs about 7.4 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 22 miles. Its surface is about 4,490 ft above sea level. North Browning lies about 23 miles to the southeast.
- Size
- About 3,710 acres (5.8 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 22 miles
- End to end
- About 7.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 4,490 ft
- County
- Glacier County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Fair
- 7:00 am – 9:15 am bestsunrise · wind 8 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pmsunset, moon overhead · wind 17 mph
Sunday Fair
- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 18 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
For a lake of this size in Montana, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 39°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowCrappie
Cold. Tight schools near deep brush and bridges.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
- SlowCatfish
Cold. Slow, in the deepest holes. Cut bait works best.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
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
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 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
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:40 am · sunset 4:55 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Saint Mary Lake
- North Browningabout 23 mi southeast
- Browningabout 23 mi southeast
- South Browningabout 23 mi southeast
Prices and availability come from booking partners; we may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Questions about Saint Mary Lake
What fish are in Saint Mary Lake?
Lakes like Saint Mary 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 Saint Mary 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 Saint Mary Lake?
About 3,710 acres, with about 22 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Saint Mary Lake?
North Browning is about 23 miles southeast; Browning is about 23 miles southeast.
What is the water temperature at Saint Mary Lake today?
The surface was about 39°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Saint Mary Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
