Partial Closure of Popular Fishing Access in Great Falls

Partial Closure of Popular Fishing Access in Great Falls

When you consider the seasons in Montana, you probably think those seasons are linked with specific activities.  Golf and hiking for the warmer months, skiing, snowmobiling, and hunting for the colder times.

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But one of those activities that we enjoy in the state can happen year-round.  Getting to your favorite fishing spot is only limited by perhaps some snow or mud.  Or limited by improvements, which is happening at this location near Great Falls.

White Bear Island in Great Falls, Montana

First mentioned in 1805-06 in the Lewis and Clark Expedition Journals, the White Bear Island area near Great Falls is a popular recreation area for local residents and others to enjoy access to the Missouri River.

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The river access area is maintained by the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Region 4 Office.  Recently the MFWP announced a temporary, partial closure of the access area for needed improvements.

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Closure is Only Temporary, Area Will Be Back in Early November

The closure of White Bear Fishing Access took effect on October 24th, 2024.  The area is closed through November 8, 2024, to allow contractors to continue their work on a site improvement project.

According to MFWP:

The next phase of the project will include development of the accessible trail loops on the north and south portions of the property and improvements to the parking lot. During this time the parking lot will be closed but walk in access to the site will be permitted.

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Access is limited to the area, but MFWP also stated that visitors "should expect the existing trails to be impacted and to see equipment and workers on the premises. FWP asks the public to stay clear of the construction equipment and to not block the gate."