the-channels

The Channels is a stretch on Madison River, Montana.

Also called Channels.

It is fishable and wade only.

Ennis Bridge to Ennis Lake; closed to float fishing; public access only at Ennis Bridge and Valley Garden (Montana Angler).

It is upstream of Bear Trap Canyon.

It is downstream of Varney Bridge to Ennis.

Sourced from 1 site.

Sources: Montana Angler and Montana Angler (2) (retrieved 2026-10-20).

Access, closures and rules change; check with the state agency before you go.