The Madison River continues through the lake to the peaceful Madison Valley. Brown and rainbow trout are the main catch at Quake Lake. Campgrounds, docks, and boat ramps are available to all visitors. The Madison River is one of the region's best known rivers. Mountain whitefish, rainbow trout and brown trout are abundant in the flowing waters.
Conveniences including vehicle access, campgrounds, rest rooms, and boat ramps are available.
Some of the finest fishing is found between the banks of the Yellowstone due to the large numbers of mountain whitefish, cutthroat trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, and burbot. Campgrounds, vehicle access, rest rooms, and boat ramps are available for daily and overnight guests. Visit the Gallatin River and it's brook trout, mountain whitefish, brown trout and rainbow trout. The Gallatin River provides campgrounds, vehicle access, and boat ramps with some motor restrictions. All anglers 15 years of age and older are required to obtain a Montana fishing license and conservation license.