Hauser Reservoir

  • Address
  • Montana Department of Fish Wildlife and Parks
  • Helena, MT 59601
  • Mailing Address
  • 4600 Giant Springs Road
  • Great Falls, MT 59405
  • Contact Information
  • Phone: 406-454-5840
  • Fax: 406-761-8477

Hauser Lake is a 3,200 acre reservoir on the Missouri River created by Hauser Dam. The lake yields Kokanee Salmon; for which it holds the state record, rainbow and brown trout, walleye and perch. It is an extremely popular take-off point for weekend boating, fishing, and water skiing. There are two scenic public campgrounds on Hauser Lake, White Sandy and a few yards further Black Sandy State Park.

Area Activities

  • Boating
  • Beach
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Ice Fishing
  • Ice Skating
  • Picnicking
  • Swimming
  • Water Skiing
  • Wildlife Viewing

Services And Amenities

  • Boat Launch
  • Campsite
  • Store

Driving Directions

Hauser Lake is located 7 miles north of Helena on I-15, then 4 miles east on Secondary 453, then 3 miles north on county road.

Season / Hours Of Operation

  • Season
  • All Year