Canyon Ferry – Townsend, Montana
Fishing
Excellent fishing opportunity for rainbow trout, perch, ling, and walleye.
Marinas
There are three marina concessions (Goose Bay Marina, Kim’s Marina and Yacht Basin Marina) on the reservoir which provide a variety of public recreation facilities and services such as boat launching, camping, rental docks, small stores, etc. Reclamation also provides campgrounds, day use and picnic areas, concrete boat launches, and a seasonal visitor center.
Wildlife Management
A wildlife management area at the end of the reservoir is managed by the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks and is home to a colony of terns and pelicans. The upland areas around the reservoir provide habitat for Chestnut-collared Longspurs and Long-billed Curlews, as well as hundreds of Pronghorn antelope, mule deer and white tail deer.
Camping
There are several campgrounds and day-use options around the lake. View campgrounds.