Flathead Lake Charters offers tailored fishing trips on Montana’s largest natural lake. Enjoy expert guides, prime lake trout action, and the chance to fish in one of the West’s most stunning waters from Bigfork.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic mobility to board and disembark the boat is necessary
Wildlife
History
Flathead Lake has been a central resource to the Salish people for centuries and remains integral to Montana’s outdoor heritage.
Conservation
Flathead Lake remains one of the cleanest lakes of its size in the U.S., thanks to local efforts maintaining water quality and habitat protection.
Flathead Lake Charters
Flathead Lake Charters offers tailored fishing trips on Montana’s largest natural lake. Enjoy expert guides, prime lake trout action, and the chance to fish in one of the West’s most stunning waters from Bigfork.
Flathead Lake Charters is a fishing charter business based in Bigfork, Montana, offering guided morning and afternoon charters on Lake Flathead. The company operates Grady 20' and Grady 22' boats and runs morning and afternoon trips designed for anglers seeking fully equipped outings. Trips are offered as half-day options with essentials provided by the charter.
Each charter includes bait, tackle, and rods, plus life jackets sized for all ages to prioritize safety. Snacks and bottled water or drinks are provided on most trips to keep guests comfortable during outings on the water. Guests are responsible for bringing a valid Montana fishing license; some trips also note an invasive species fee requirement.
Flathead Lake Charters focuses on clear trip descriptions and supplied gear so anglers can concentrate on fishing. The selection of morning and afternoon departures accommodates different schedules and preferences. Boats listed include Grady 22' and Grady 20', and summaries describe fully equipped half-day and optional full-day experiences.
Bookings are typically arranged in advance to reserve space on the chosen morning or afternoon charter. The business presents factual trip details so visitors can prepare appropriately, including reminders about fishing licenses and any required fees. Trip descriptions clearly list what is included so guests know to bring appropriate clothing, valid identification, and any optional personal fishing gear they prefer today.
Location
Bigfork, Montana
Launching point on Lake Flathead
Departures
Morning & Afternoon
Half-day and some full-day options
Boats
Grady 20' & 22'
Boat models listed in trips
Included Gear
Bait, tackle, rods
Life jackets, snacks, drinks provided
Book a morning or afternoon Grady 20' or 22' charter — bring a Montana fishing license and any required invasive species fee for a fully equipped trip.
Bring Your Fishing License
Montana requires all anglers to have a valid fishing license before heading out; Flathead Lake Charters will remind you, but securing one ahead eases the process.
Dress for Variable Weather
Temperatures on the lake can shift quickly; layering allows quick adaptation from cool mornings to warm afternoons.
Stay Hydrated and Pack Snacks
Half- and full-day trips mean hours on the water; bring water and light snacks or enjoy provided refreshments to keep energy up.
Use Sunscreen and Sunglasses
Flathead Lake’s surface reflects sunlight intensely, so UV protection helps prevent sunburns and glare affects visibility.
Polarized Sunglasses
Reduces glare off the water surface, improving visibility when fishing.
summer
Layered Clothing
Facilitates comfort through fluctuating temperatures on open water.
Fishing License
Required by Montana law for legal fishing on Flathead Lake.
Sunscreen
Protects skin against intense UV rays reflecting off lake waters.
summer