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Nelson Lake can be found on the Boulder Peak USGS quad topo map. Nelson Lake is a lake in Ravalli County in the state of Montana. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this lake are 45.8319, -114.3570 and the altitude is 7264 feet (2214 meters). Anyone interested in fishing Nelson Lake should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished Nelson Lake are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Lake
Latitude: 45.8319
Longitude: -114.3570
Elevation: 7264 ft (2214 m)
Locator Map - Nelson Lake
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Local Weather
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Wednesday:
High: 54°F - Low: 38°F
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Partly cloudy. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s.
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Thursday:
High: 61°F - Low: 39°F
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Mostly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs in the 60s to lower 70s.
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Friday:
High: 64°F - Low: 45°F
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Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s.
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Saturday:
High: 61°F - Low: 34°F
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Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the 60s. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s.
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Sunday:
High: 54°F - Low: 34°F
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Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s.
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Monday:
High: 55°F - Low: 34°F
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Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Lows in the 30s.
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Nearby Trails
Nelson Lake (Distance: 0.8 mi)
Here is a lightly used and delightfully primitive trail. Located less than 3 miles from the trailhead, Nelson Lake is something of an anomaly, receiving far fewer visitors than the short round-trip di...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness"
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Darby, MT - Hiking - length:5.4 mi
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Boulder Creek (Distance: 2.8 mi)
Boulder Creek is the southernmost of the major Bitterroot River tributaries originating within the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Its beautiful lakes, colorful pocket meadows, tumbling waterfalls, and ...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness"
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Darby, MT - Hiking - length:19 mi
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Boulder Point (Distance: 3.3 mi)
The lookout atop Boulder Point ranks as one of the Bitterroots’ most underrated and least known destinations. This steep route remains in generally good repair, with only a few downed trees and a poor...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness"
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Darby, MT - Hiking - length:4.2 mi
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Trapper Peak (Distance: 4.8 mi)
At 10,157 feet, the highest peak in the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. Until July, snow covers much of the trail. The almost 4,000 feet of elevation gain in 6 miles makes this hike hard but exciting be...
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From the guidebook "Hiking Montana"
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Darby, MT - Hiking - length:12 mi
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Trapper Peak (Distance: 5.2 mi)
Trapper Peak and its northern counterpart rise together as a splendid granite massif 10 miles southwest of Darby. Those in search of serious Bitterroot altitude need look no further than this majestic...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness"
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Darby, MT - Hiking - length:8 mi
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Nearby Hotels
Rye Creek Lodge (Distance: 16 mi)
Front desk hours of operation are 8 AM - 8 PM. Amid millions of acres of pristine wilderness, this first class Montana ranch offers a spectacular vacation hideaway. Activities include trail riding, wi...
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458 Rye Creek Road
Darby, MT 59829
Price from: $180
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The Darby Bed and Breakfast (Distance: 16 mi)
Located in the heart of the Bitterroot Valley, just outside of the quaint town of Darby, we are a Montana Adventurers ideal lodging destination for all activities including hiking, fishing, rafting, h...
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4485 Thorning Loop
Darby, MT 59829
Price from: $105
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