Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:44 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: Thompson Chain-of-Lakes
| Location | Montana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Eli Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.044605, -115.097865 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lincoln |
Thompson Chain-of-Lakes is a public boat launch providing access to Eli Lake in Montana at coordinates 48.04460, -115.09786. Data published by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MT FWP).
Thompson Chain-of-Lakes is a public boat launch on Eli Lake in Lincoln 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 3 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thompson Chain-of-Lakes
Is Thompson Chain-of-Lakes free to use?
Yes, Thompson Chain-of-Lakes is a public boat launch with free access in Montana.
What water does Thompson Chain-of-Lakes access?
Thompson Chain-of-Lakes provides boat launch access to Eli Lake in Montana.
How do I get to Thompson Chain-of-Lakes?
Thompson Chain-of-Lakes is located at coordinates 48.044605, -115.097865 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 3 other launch options within 9.2 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.