MONTANA PARK OF THE WEEK Tongue River Reservoir

Tongue River Reservoir is on the Tongue River, a tributary of the Yellowstone River, approximately 265 miles long, that runs through Montana and Wyoming.

Four state record fish have been pulled from Tongue River Reservoir State Park, including a 37 pound Northern Pike!

At 12 miles long, the reservoir makes for excellent fishing any time of year! You'll find crappie, walleye, bass and northern pike here. You can also fly fish below the dam and there is a fish cleaning station located within the park in case you forgot anything or just need additional supplies.

Set in the truly scenic prairie land of southeastern Montana featuring red shale and juniper canyons. Due to the rareness of large bodies of water like this in prairie country, the park can see up to 50,000 visitors a year.

81 reservable campsites with electric hookups, and 27 of those are double occupancy with two electric hook-ups. There are also 80 non-reservable, non-electric sites!

The marina at Camper's Point has firewood, ice, fishing and boating supplies, boat rentals, boat and RV storage, bait, groceries, snacks, drinks, gasoline, souvenirs, fishing, and hunting licenses, and non-resident park passes.

While summertime may be the most popular time to visit the park, Tongue River Reservoir State Park also features amazing ice fishing and year-round campsites that support just that. Enjoy this virtual tour showcasing one such experience.

Park: Open Year-Round

Campground: Open Year-Round, 11 campsites have electricity year round.

Location: 290 Campers Point Decker, MT 59025