Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:26 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeFirst Quarter (68% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Big Bend
| Location | Montana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Missouri River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 47.389838, -111.340161 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cascade |
Big Bend is a public boat launch providing access to Missouri River in Montana at coordinates 47.38984, -111.34016. Data published by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MT FWP).
Big Bend is a public boat launch on Missouri River in Cascade County, Montana. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Bend
Is Big Bend free to use?
Yes, Big Bend is a public boat launch with free access in Montana.
What water does Big Bend access?
Big Bend provides boat launch access to Missouri River in Montana.
How do I get to Big Bend?
Big Bend is located at coordinates 47.389838, -111.340161 in Montana. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 11.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.