Reservoir

Hauser Lake

, Montana

Hauser Reservoir near Helena covers about 3,200 acres per FWP and supports rainbow trout, walleye and yellow perch. A no-wake restriction applies most of the year to protect nesting waterfowl.

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Surface area3,200 acres

Max depth—

Shoreline—

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Rainbow Trout●●●○○

Walleye●●●○○

Yellow Perch●●○○○

Boat launches

3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

Lake Helena FAS boat rampPublic
Only boat access on Lake HelenaDirections ↗
Riverside Campground boat rampPublic
Below Canyon Ferry Dam (Bureau of Reclamation)Directions ↗
More public accessPublic
See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Hauser Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

Lake Helena is under 10 feet deep; shoreline access is available at the Causeway FAS.
A no-wake restriction applies most of the year.
A fish consumption advisory applies; check FWP guidance.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.