Rivers We Fish
The Madison River
Fly fishing the Madison River in Montana is a must-do experience for any angler. Just a short drive from Bozeman, the Madison is one of the most famous trout rivers in North America, known for its wild rainbows and browns, steady hatches, and classic Montana scenery. With its clear water, riffles, and endless runs, it’s perfect for both beginners and seasoned fly fishers. Whether you’re chasing trout with one of our Bozeman fly fishing guides or exploring on your own, the Madison delivers that true Montana fly fishing adventure you’ll never forget.
The Gallatin River
Fly fishing the Gallatin River is the classic Montana stream experience—close to Bozeman and packed with beauty, trout, and adventure. This river is perfect for the walk and wade angler, with easy access, clear water, and incredible mountain scenery. From dry fly fishing to nymphing and streamers, the Gallatin offers a little bit of everything. Most of our guided fly fishing trips here are walk wade, but during higher flows, floating sections of the Gallatin can be an amazing option. No matter how you fish it, the Gallatin delivers pure Montana fly fishing at its best.
Spring Creeks
Fly fishing Montana’s spring creeks is a true test of skill and patience—clear water, spooky trout, and some of the most rewarding fishing around. These world-class spring creeks near Bozeman are famous for their steady flows, cold, clear water, and incredible insect hatches that keep trout feeding year-round. Perfect for dry fly anglers who love matching the hatch, spring creeks demand precision and a soft touch. Whether you’re stalking trophy browns or rising rainbows, our guided fly fishing trips on Montana’s spring creeks offer peaceful settings, technical fishing, and the chance to fool truly special trout.
The Yellowstone River
Fly fishing the Yellowstone River in Montana is a must for any angler chasing wild trout and big water adventure. As the longest free-flowing river in the Lower 48, the Yellowstone is famous for its mix of lively riffles, deep pools, and sweeping runs—home to brown, rainbow, and native Yellowstone cutthroat trout. Flowing from the canyons of Yellowstone National Park through Paradise Valley and into Montana’s wide-open prairies, this river offers incredible variety and scenery at every bend. Whether you’re floating or wading, the Yellowstone River delivers classic Montana fly fishing at its finest.
The Missouri River
Fly fishing the Missouri River in Montana—known simply as “the Mo”—is about as good as it gets. With incredible hatches, steady flows, and a huge population of wild rainbows and browns, the Missouri offers some of the best tailwater fly fishing in the country. Long, gentle runs and classic riffles make it perfect for dry fly fishing, long drifts, and sight casting to rising trout. Set against Montana’s open plains and dramatic limestone cliffs, the Missouri River delivers a peaceful, technical, and unforgettable Montana fly fishing experience for anglers of all levels.
Because of the drive distance from Bozeman, we require a 2 day minimum on the Missouri and trips are $750 for a full day.
For Missouri Trips we recommend staying near Craig, MT and our guides will meet you in Craig.
