Little Bighorn River
Near Hardin, Montana
The Little Bighorn River flows through the Crow Indian Reservation, site of the famous 1876 battle. Fishing access requires a Crow tribal fishing permit. The river holds brown trout, rainbow trout, and channel catfish. The lower river near Hardin offers warmwater fishing for catfish and smallmouth bass. Regulations and access change, so check current tribal requirements before fishing. The river provides a unique fishing experience with significant historical context. Best trout fishing is in spring and fall when water temperatures are cooler.