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Smith Lake

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Montana, United States

4.3·292 catches

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Northern pike

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Northern pike

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Northern pike

26 in · 4 lb

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Northern pike

21 in · 3 lb

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Northern pike

17 in · 2 lb

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Northern pike

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General info

Smith Lake is a lake located in Flathead County, Montana, United States. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike, Yellow perch, and Pumpkinseed.

Location

48°07′4.5″N 114°26′39.9″W
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When are Northern Pike biting on Smith Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Smith Lake, MT

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Montana can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Smith Lake fishing

Smith Lake is a lake located in Flathead County, Montana, United States. Its coordinates are:
48°07′4.5″N 114°26′39.9″W
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