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News
Drought and wildland fires affect Montana's fish, wildlife, and parks. Please check here for news on current conditions and any restrictions in effect to protect Montana's natural resources.
Updates
Counties with fire restrictions appear on the map link below. The map is updated as restrictions occur and change.
Counties with fire restrictions in the future will appear on the map link below. The map is updated as restrictions occur and change.
- InciWeb
—This public Web site provides wildland fire information in the Northern Rockies. There are active fires in Montana, so please check this Web site for details on the location and status of active fires. - Fire Restrictions Map —This map shows fire restrictions in Montana, by county, soon after they occur. For more details, visit the NRCG site .
- Definitions of Fire Restrictions —Common activities and how they are affected by Stage I and Stage II fire restrictions are defined on this page.
Angling Under Drought Conditions
When water levels drop and stream temperatures rise, FWP may restrict fishing to protect the State's sport fisheries. Low water and high temperatures cause fish to seek deep pools, making them more vulnerable to predators, disease, and to anglers. For more information, and to check the conditions on your favorite fishing streams, please use the links below.
Drought Management Plans
- Jefferson River Drought Management Plan (Courtesy JRWC)
- Big Hole River (
66 KB) - Blackfoot River ( 30 KB)
Regional Drought Reports
Montana Fish,Wildlife & Parks continuously monitors drought conditions and how they may be impacting the state's fisheries. To review these detailed reports throughout the fishing season, please check the links below.
- 2009 Annual Drought Report ( 266 KB)
- 2008 Annual Drought Report ( 292 KB)
- 2006 Annual FWP Drought Report ( 308 KB)
- 2005 Annual FWP Drought Report (
242 KB)
