Guide To Fishing At Hauser Lake
AKA: Hauser Lake State Park and Dam

Hauser Dam on on the Missouri River created Hauser Lake, a 3,200-acre lake in the west-central part of the state, on the northeast outskirts of Helena. It is a great getaway for boating, camping and fishing.
Avid fishing enthusiasts come for great walleye, trout, perch and kokanee fishing. There are about 35 miles of scenic shoreline, and everything you need to make your fishing trip memorable. Visitors will find boat ramps, rental boats, stores, fishing gear, camping and restaurants conveniently located around the lake. Hauser Lake State Park, Black Sandy State Park and Riverside Campground all make a great headquarters during your stay.
What to fish for...
Fishing for walleye, rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, yellow perch and kokanee salmon at Hauser Lake in Montana.
Primary fish species residing in Hauser Lake
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Hauser Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Helena Boat Rental
Rentals: Pontoon boats
406 439-1183
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Clark's Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off York Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.
Devils Elbow Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off York Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Riverside Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, east side, off Riverside Road, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
White Sandy Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, west side, off Hauser Dam Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Marinas
Lakeside Marina
5295 York Road
Helena MT 59602
406 227‐6076
Click here for a Montana Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Devil's Elbow Campground - 406 533-7600
Riverside Campground - 406 475-3921
Hauser Lake MT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Hauser Lake
Devil's Elbow Campground
5988 York Rd
Helena, MT 59602
406 533-7600
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Fishing for walleye, trout, perch and kokanee in west-central MT.