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 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Willow Creek Reservoir
Lewis and Clark County, Montana · about 1,350 acres (2.1 sq mi)
35°F water, calm this morning.
About Willow Creek Reservoir
Willow Creek Reservoir spreads over about 1,350 acres in Lewis and Clark County, Montana.
From end to end it runs about 2.3 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 9.3 miles. At about 4,150 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The nearest town, Choteau, is about 21 miles northeast. Great Falls, the nearest city, is about 53 miles east.
- Size
- About 1,350 acres (2.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 9.3 miles
- End to end
- About 2.3 miles
- Elevation
- About 4,150 ft
- County
- Lewis and Clark County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Good
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 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. At 35°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- 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
- 7
6 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 7:32 am · sunset 4:55 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Willow Creek Reservoir
- Choteauabout 21 mi northeast
- Great Fallsnearest city, about 53 mi east
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Questions about Willow Creek Reservoir
What fish are in Willow Creek Reservoir?
Lakes like Willow Creek Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Willow Creek Reservoir?
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 Willow Creek Reservoir?
About 1,350 acres, with about 9.3 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Willow Creek Reservoir?
Choteau is about 21 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Willow Creek Reservoir today?
The surface was about 35°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Willow Creek Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
