CRAIG, Montana Community Information

Craig was named for Warren Craig, a pioneer resident. In 1886 Craig built a log house with a stone fireplace, which he had to defend many times from the Indians (Perrin). The house is a half-mile from the Great Northern depot. In 1890 his son, John Craig, also settled here and Mrs. John Craig later served as postmaster. (from Cheney's Names on the Face of Montana, Mountain Press Publishing Company)

This area is all about fishing! Craig is located in southwest Montana on the Missouri River, one of the world's premier trout fisheries. Here you will find fishing guides, fishing lodges, fishing shops, and fishing access sites. Craig Fishing Access Site is located off I-15 at the Craig exit offers camping with restrooms and drinking water. Fishing and boating may be enjoyed on the river.

Holter Lake Recreation Area is also located near Craig. Situated along lower Holter Lake and the Missouri River this four-site camping and day-use complex is in a beautiful mountain setting and offers a variety of recreation opportunities for boating, riding, swimming, wildlife observation, hiking, and fishing for rainbow trout, kokanee salmon, walleyes and perch.