Hoot-Owl Restrictions on Multiple Rivers

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is advising anglers that portions of the Beaverhead River, Bitterroot River, and the entire Jefferson River are closed to all fishing daily from 2 PM to midnight, effective Wednesday, July 19. The restrictions will stay in effect until conditions improve. The hoot-owl restrictions are issued for:

Jefferson River – the entire river, from the Missouri River to the confluence of the Big Hole River and Beaverhead River

Beaverhead River –from the confluence of the Big Hole River to Anderson Lane.

Bitterroot River – from Veteran’s Bridge at Hamilton to the confluence o...