Nelson Reservoir
Montana FWP lists Nelson Reservoir at about 4,115 acres. FWP notes it is stocked annually with walleye, and a state recreation area near Sleeping Buffalo has a boat ramp and an access road around the lake.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Stocked annually per FWP
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Sleeping Buffalo area rampPublicFWP notes a state recreation area near Sleeping Buffalo with a boat ramp and access road around the lakeDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Nelson Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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- Walleye are stocked every year.
- An access road circles the lake.
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