Fort Peck Lake
USACE Omaha District • Built 1940 • 245,000 surface acres • 1520 miles shoreline
Fort Peck Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is 1.3 ft below normal pool, water temp is cold at 49°f, moderate chop with 12 mph winds, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Fort Peck Lake
The fifth largest artificial lake in the United States, spanning 134 miles through the rugged Missouri River breaks. Completely surrounded by the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge with more shoreline than the entire coast of California.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Duck Creek
Usable (Level OK)Public boat launch facility providing direct water access with vehicle and boat trailer parking.
🚤 Fort Peck Interpretive Center And Museum
Usable (Level OK)Official visitor center offering historical exhibits, public facilities, and regional park information.
🚤 The Pines
Usable (Level OK)Public boat launch facility providing direct water access with vehicle and boat trailer parking.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Boomtown Shelter
$18 - $32 / nightBoomtown Recreation area is located just to the west of Fort Peck Dam on the Missouri River in northeastern Montana. Recreation enthusiasts and sportsmen enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake's 1,500 miles of shore...
⛺ Downstream (Mt)
$18 - $32 / nightDownstream Campground is located just below Fort Peck Dam on the Missouri River in northeastern Montana. Recreation enthusiasts and sportsmen enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake's 1,500 miles of shoreline. A vari...
⛺ Kiwanis Park
$18 - $32 / nightKiwanis Park is located just below Fort Peck Dam on the Missouri River in northeastern Montana. Recreation enthusiasts and sportsmen enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake's 1,500 miles of shoreline. A variety of hi...
⛺ Perch Point 1 & 2
$18 - $32 / nightPerch Point Recreation area is located west of Fort Peck Dam on the Missouri River in northeastern Montana. Recreation enthusiasts and sportsmen enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake's 1,500 miles of shoreline. A v...
⛺ West End Campground
$18 - $32 / nightWaterfront camping facility offering tent and RV campsites with scenic lake views and recreational access.
⛺ West End Tent And Trailer Campground
$18 - $32 / nightReservations are only allowed on the day of arrival. Overnight occupany is required. Booking a campsite and not arriving will result in a No-Show per the rules and regulations. This location is not staffed by ga...
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 49°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: Montana FWP fishing license.
Regulations Summary: Nationally acclaimed walleye and trophy northern pike.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Remote wilderness safety precautions required; long distances between fuel docks.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: -0.125) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (49°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
O'Neill Men's Reactor-2 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit
Water temperature is a chilly 49°F. Rapid immersion risks cold shock; 3/2mm FluidFlex neoprene maintains vital core body warmth.
Onyx A/M-24 Deluxe Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket (USCG)
Lightweight, comfortable low-profile design that automatically inflates upon immersion while allowing full arm mobility for driving and casting.
Earth Pak 20L Waterproof Heavy Duty Dry Bag with Phone Case
500D commercial grade PVC keeps phones, dry clothes, first-aid, and towels 100% dry through boat wake spray and sudden rain squalls.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Fort Peck Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
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Marinas & Boat Rentals on Fort Peck Lake
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Living on Fort Peck Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Fort Peck Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Cornerstone flood regulator for the upper Missouri River basin.
Fort Peck, MT
Historic dam construction town next to Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Downstream Campground.
Glasgow, MT
Valley County seat providing airports, supplies, outfitters, and lodging for Missouri River Country.
Jordan, MT
Remote south-shore ranching gateway to Hell Creek State Park and premier walleye waters.