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 66°f (crisp), light winds around 3 mph, 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 & Usability
2 Ramps| Ramp / Access Point | Lanes | Fee | Usable Min Pool | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Peck Lake Main Public Ramp Paved deep-water concrete ramp with courtesy dock and lit parking. | 4 lanes | $5 - $10 day use pass | 2219.0 ft | Open & Usable |
| Fort Peck Lake Resort Marina Full service marina with marine mechanics, fuel dock, and rental fleet. | 2 lanes | Free for slip guests | 2216.0 ft | Open & Usable |
Full-Service Marinas
1 MarinasFort Peck Lake Resort Marina
Full service marina with marine mechanics, fuel dock, and rental fleet.
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
Washita river arm has excellent clear green water. Ran south to Wood Island this morning; no floating logs or hazards observed. Striper boils active off Soldier Creek.
Highport ramp had 4 lanes moving with zero wait. Dock hands assisted with tie-off. Sandbars near North Island are clearly visible in the sun.
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Heavy-Duty 3-Rider Towable Tube & Quick-Connect
Water temp is a warm 66°F—ideal for family tubing and towing.
USCG Approved Inflatable Life Vest (Auto-Hydrostatic)
Low profile, lightweight, and legally compliant for adult operators.
Castable GPS Fish Finder & Depth Transducer
Pinpoint submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, and school bait balls.
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Featured Lake Partners on Fort Peck Lake
Texoma Pro Striper Charters
Full-day & half-day guided striped bass fishing on 24ft custom center consoles. All tackle, bait, and fish cleaning included. Departs from Highport Marina.
Call for Booking: (580) 555-0199Lakeside Pontoon & PWC Rentals
Premium 24ft tri-toons with 150HP outboards, Bluetooth audio, and bimini tops. Double-decker slide boats available for weekend island raft-ups.
Reserve Online / Call: (580) 555-0144Living 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.
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