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West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access

Fishtail, Montana · Stillwater County · Facility

The West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access is one of several fishing access parking sites in the West Rosebud drainage. There is a fully accessible fishing pier and pathway. West Rosebud lake is stocked regularly by the State of Montana and offers wonderful opportunities for trout fishing. Pine Grove Campground, Emerald Lake…

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About West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access

The West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access is one of several fishing access parking sites in the West Rosebud drainage. There is a fully accessible fishing pier and pathway. West Rosebud lake is stocked regularly by the State of Montana and offers wonderful opportunities for trout fishing. Pine Grove Campground, Emerald Lake Campground, Emerald Lake Fishing Access and Mystic Lake Trail (#19) are also located in the West Rosebud drainage.For a road map of the area, which shows locations of recreation sites and campgrounds, see our Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM).Directions from Beartooth Ranger District office:Drive north on US Hwy 212 for 2.1 miles and turn left (west) onto MT-78. Drive 30 miles and turn left (west) onto MT-419 towards Fishtail. Drive 4.4 miles (through Fishtail) and turn left (south) onto WestRosebud Rd. Drive 6.5 miles and turn left (south) to continue on West Rosebud Rd. Drive 12.9 miles to West Rosebud Lake, on your left.Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Trout; Types of fishing available include: Wade, Shore, Motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait; ADA Accessible fishing access with fishing pier and boat launch

Plan Your Visit to West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access

Heading to West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access?

No central reservation system listed for West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/239855) for the latest entry policy and availability.