BIGFORK FISHING FIELD GUIDE
A Full Day Aboard the 34' Thunderjet: Nine Hours Fishing Flathead Lake from Bigfork
A nine-hour, full-day charter on Flathead Lake aboard the largest commercial fishing boat — this guide explains what to expect, what to pack, and the species you'll be targeting.
A Full Day Aboard the 34' Thunderjet: Nine Hours Fishing Flathead Lake from Bigfork.
Board in Bigfork for a nine-hour outing aboard the 34' Thunderjet with Big Sky Fishing Charters and spend the day on Flathead Lake pursuing lake trout while enjoying complimentary snacks, drinks and the option of a heated cabin on colder days.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Flathead Lake’s largest commercial fishing boat
The 34' Thunderjet is the largest commercial boat operating on Flathead Lake and serves as the platform for the full-day, nine-hour charter.
Lake trout are the primary target
On this excursion lake trout are the main species pursued, making it a focused day of cold-water sportfishing on Flathead Lake.
Heated cabin, included gear and light provisions
The charter includes all necessary fishing equipment, complimentary soda, water and chips, and the boat can be heated for colder days—dress accordingly.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Expect a full nine hours on the water from a roomy commercial platform: long stretches of casting and trolling for lake trout across Flathead Lake punctuated by breaks for snacks and the option to warm up in the cabin if the day turns cold.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of this charter.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day, nine-hour fishing charter.
Bring a valid fishing license and sunscreen; the operator provides all fishing equipment and light snacks and drinks (soda, water, chips).
The charter operates from Bigfork and the Thunderjet works exclusively on Flathead Lake; the boat can be heated on colder days—please dress accordingly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
The outing is nine hours in duration.
Where does the Thunderjet operate?
The Thunderjet operates on Flathead Lake and the charter embarks from Bigfork.
What species will we be fishing for?
Lake trout are the main fish targeted on this excursion.
Is fishing gear provided?
Yes — all needed fishing equipment is included.
Are food and drink provided?
The charter provides complimentary soda, water and chips; snacks and drinks are included.
Is the boat heated?
Yes — the boat can be heated for colder days; guests are advised to dress accordingly.