Wild trout are what makes Montana so unique. The state has managed all trout fisheries as "wild" since the 1970's, meaning that all trout populations here are self-sustaining, relying on high-quality habitat for spawning, shelter and food.

All life stages of Montana's trout depend on habitat, which is why maintenance, improvement and protection of habitat is so important.

On these pages you can learn about all of Montana's wild trout - native, introduced and hybrids.(click to go to...)