Reservoir

Nilan Reservoir

, Montana

Nilan Reservoir is a 520-acre reservoir listed in the Montana FWP Region 4 ponds, lakes and reservoirs guide. State (FWP, DNRC) with camping and pit toilets.

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Surface area520 acres

Max depth—

Shoreline—

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Rainbow Trout●●●○○

Brown Trout●●○○○

Boat launches

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

Boat rampPublic
Guide lists ramps at the FWP fishing access site, camping and pit toiletsDirections ↗
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 Nilan Reservoir 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

Check the FWP Region 4 guide notes on access and water-level swings before you go.
The guide lists a ramp; confirm current conditions.

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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches.

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