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Yellowstone River Fly Fishing Guides, Trips, and Outfitting

Yellowstone River Fly Fishing Guides, Trips, and Outfitting

Yellowstone River Fly Fishing

Yellowstone River Fly Fishing with the Montana Angling Company

Our Yellowstone River guided fly fishing trips are the best way for anglers based in Bozeman, MT and the greater Yellowstone region to experience great fishing, comfortable lodging, and excellent dining on their Montana fly fishing adventure. We offer custom outfitting, expert guiding, and an authentic Montana experience on every Yellowstone River fly fishing trip.

The Yellowstone River is one of Montana’s great fly fishing rivers. The Yellowstone River begins in the high mountains of Yellowstone National Park, runs through Paradise Valley in Montana, and continues through eastern Montana onto its eventual confluence with the Missouri River. All of our Montana fly fishing guides know the Yellowstone River well and consider a day fly fishing the Yellowstone River to be the classic Montana freestone fishing experience.

The Yellowstone River is a dynamic wild trout fishery and offers great fly fishing throughout the Spring, Summer, and Fall months. Consistent hatches keep the Yellowstone River’s population of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout on the feed throughout the fly fishing season and make for excellent dry fly fishing opportunities. For anglers looking for the fish of their lifetime, the Yellowstone River offers great streamer fishing, giving anglers the best shot at larger brown trout.

Yellowstone River Fly Fishing Guides and Trips

Our Yellowstone River fly fishing guides are all experienced professionals that work to make our anglers’ trips, truly memorable. All of our guides enjoy teaching seasoned and novice anglers alike. Over the course of a fly fishing season our guides will utilize all fly fishing techniques on the Yellowstone River, but are primarily dry fly fishing focused. The Yellowstone River is the perfect freestone river with strong hatches of stoneflies, mayflies, caddisflies, and terrestrials making for a true blue ribbon fly fishing trip.

Guided Yellowstone River fly fishing trips on the Yellowstone River include both float and wade fly fishing options. Our guides utilize high end drift boats and rafts outfitted for float fly fishing trips on the Yellowstone River. Anglers will enjoy floating an 8-12+ mile stretch of the Yellowstone River on our Full Day Float Trips. Our Yellowstone River fly fishing guides are all experienced oarsmen committed to making every Yellowstone River fly fishing trip productive, safe, and fun.

Yellowstone River Guided Fly Fishing Trips:

Whether you are just passing through on your way to Yellowstone National Park or are in the Bozeman area for a multi-day fly fishing adventure, fly fishing the Yellowstone River is an experience not to be missed. For more information about Yellowstone River guided fly fishing trips with the Montana Angling Company or to book your next guided fly fishing trip, please contact us today.

 

Gallatin River Fly Fishing Guides, Trips, and Outfitting

Gallatin River Fly Fishing Guides, Trips, and Outfitting

Montana Fly Fishing

Gallatin River Fly Fishing with the Montana Angling Company

Join the Montana Angling Company and our Gallatin River fly fishing guides on your next Montana fly fishing trip and enjoy custom outfitting, expert guiding, and an authentic Montana fly fishing experience. Our guides all are fun, courteous, and experienced professionals that work hard to ensure your next fly fishing trip to Montana and the Gallatin River is your best yet.

From its headwaters in Yellowstone National Park and down through the rolling prairie outside of Bozeman the Gallatin River is a classic western freestone river that offers great fly fishing for anglers in the Bozeman and Big Sky region all year-long. The Gallatin River has excellent hatches, extensive public access, and high numbers of trout per mile, a combination that makes it particularly appealing for fly fishing anglers.

Gallatin River Fly Fishing Trips & Guides

Our Gallatin River guided fly fishing trips focus primarily on the stretch of the Gallatin River from the mouth of the Big Sky canyon and down to Three Forks. In the summer months we also offer trips on the stretch of the Gallatin River that runs through Yellowstone National Park. Anglers fly fishing with our Gallatin River fly fishing guides can expect to both float and wade fish the Gallatin River, depending on the time of year of their trip.

The Gallatin River offers great dry fly fishing during the Spring, Summer, and Fall months with daily hatches that vary over the course of the fishing season but include stoneflies, terrestrials, caddisflies, mayflies, and midges. Nymphing and streamer fishing is great year-round, in particular in late-fall, early-spring, and during the doldrums of winter. Our Winter & Spring Trip Specials are a great way to take advantage of the off-season action at a great rate.

Fly Fishing the Gallatin River

The Gallatin River through Yellowstone National Park, is a small, meandering creek that courses through some of the most scenic alpine country in the state. This stretch offers easy access to many miles of the Gallatin River from Highway 191. Mid-summer terrestrial fishing is the main attraction for fly fishing anglers on this stretch of the Gallatin River. Hoppers, ants, and beetles keep the wild trout of the Gallatin River looking up and eager to strike from mid-July through mid-September. Trout average 8-12 inches on this stretch and there are generally opportunities at larger fish often 15”+. This stretch is wade fishing only and offers anglers the opportunity of great dry fly fishing in a scenic and remote setting.

After passing the Yellowstone National Park boundary, the Gallatin River runs through the rugged Big Sky Canyon, and into the broad Gallatin Valley. Due to whitewater, tough wade fishing conditions, and proximity to the highway we tend to avoid fishing the Gallatin River through the Big Sky Canyon. The character of the Gallatin River quickly changes at the mouth of the canyon, and our fly fishing guides consider the river from Williams Bridge to Three Forks to be some of the finest local fly fishing for anglers in Bozeman, MT.

From Williams Bridge to the confluence with the East Gallatin River we primarily wade-fish the Gallatin River, but opportunities exist at certain flow levels to float the Gallatin River in rafts to access wade fishing spots far from the typical access points. Downstream of the Forks confluence we float fish the Gallatin River from both drift boats and rafts. These stretches offer consistent fly fishing for wild trout that average 12-14” with opportunities at larger wild trout.

Gallatin River Summary

Great fly fishing, good hatches, and a wide diversity of water are all great reasons to fly fish the Gallatin River on your next Montana fly fishing trip. Proximity to the many other blue ribbon river near Bozeman, MT make it a great part of any multi-day package fly fishing trip. Our Gallatin River fly fishing guides have the knowledge and experience to make your next fly fishing trip, your best yet.

Bozeman, MT Fly Fishing Report 10/11/18

Bozeman, MT Fly Fishing Report 10/11/18

Fishing Reports, Madison River Fishing Reports, Missouri River Fishing Reports, Paradise Valley and Spring Creeks Fishing Reports, Yellowstone National Park Fishing Reports, Yellowstone River Fishing Reports

Bozeman Fly Fishing Overview

October has been keeping us busy on the river and away from the computer but our long overdue Bozeman fly fishing report is here. This year we have seen the most consistent fly fishing all across southwest Montana we have probably ever seen and October so far has brought more of the same. Our Montana fly fishing guides have been on the water with anglers daily on the Missouri River, Madison River, Yellowstone River, and DePuy’s Spring Creek. And have seen nothing short of great fishing every day. Dry fly fishing, nymphing, and streamer fishing have all been in play, and we’ve been seeing lots of great trout coming to the net.Weather has been more what you would expect in November, but snowy, rainy, overcast days have meant for blanket hatches of BWOs on a daily basis. Lots of fish looking up and plenty of hot coffee on board our boats to keep us going through it all.

‍Missouri River Fly Fishing Report

The main attraction for our anglers in October. Lots of targets on the surface right now feeding on a variety of bugs. BWOs, midges, small tan caddis, callibaetis, and October caddis are all in play. Had a few eat a hopper too. Snowy days have brought the most fish to the surface. Sunny days they can be a little fussier. Nymphing has been great on the upper river from the Dam to Craig. Zebra midges continue to be our top producer. Head down river for fall fly fishing solitude. Bugs hatching in big numbers all the way down to Cascade.The Upper Missouri River near Toston, MT has come back in shape and hatches of BWOs have the big lakers looking up. Never a numbers game in here but a great option if you are looking to fish off the beaten path.

Yellowstone River Fly Fishing Report

Our October freestone favorite. And you’ll likely have the whole place to yourself. Solid hatches of BWOs keep the fish at or near the surface. Streamer fishing has been solid for larger than your average trout. Our Bozeman fly fishing guides generally fish close to town in the fall since traffic is light, but anglers can expect good fishing all along the length of the Yellowstone River. Nymphing will keep rods bent all day long. Dry-dropper fishing is our first choice with large parachute style mayflies and smaller BWO droppers. A few bugling elk out there too.

Madison River Fly Fishing Report

Good to great fly fishing on the Madison River daily right now. Good hatches and low pressure make for fun days. BWOs are the first choice has dry flies and dropper nymphs. Large attractors nymphs including princes, worms, and stones, are the best options for your first fly. The float stretch has been quiet. Busier as you move up towards West Yellowstone and into Yellowstone National Park. October is one of our favorite times of year to get out of the boat and do some wade fishing. Find one and there are usually a few more.

Paradise Valley Spring Creek Fly Fishing Report

“Bad” weather means great fly fishing on the Paradise Valley Spring Creeks. Anglers will be greeted by great hatches of midges and BWOs and lots of rising fish. Slower when the sun is out. Nymphing has been great regardless. Cold feet? Head to the warming huts in between fish. Some of the best fall dry fly fishing around.

Yellowstone National Park Fly Fishing Report

Good everywhere. Busier the further west you go. Head to the Barnes Holes on the Madison River to swing for fall run browns if you don’t mind fishing around the crowds. Head east for open water. Expect hatches of BWOs and some grey drakes to keep the fish looking up. If dry fly fishing is what you are after, there is no rush to the water, expect things to get going mid-day. Remember the weather changes quickly in the Park in the fall. Be ready for anything!

Fly Fishing with the Montana Angling Company

Fly Fishing with the Montana Angling Company

Montana Angling Company

Fly Fishing in Montana with the Montana Angling Company

Fly fishing in Montana is what we live for. Our outfitter and Montana fly fishing guides have made it their job to give our anglers the best guided fly fishing experience in the Big Sky State. From our home base in Bozeman, MT, anglers are able to enjoy blue ribbon fly fishing on famous waters like the Yellowstone River, Missouri River, Madison River, Gallatin River, the Paradise Valley Spring Creeks, Yellowstone National Park, and many other waters more off the beaten path.

We pride ourselves on showing anglers their best Montana fly fishing experience yet. We work hard, every day, to make sure it happens. We invite you to book your next guided fly fishing trip in Montana with the Montana Angling Company and learn what distinguishes us as a Montana fly fishing outfitter.

Personal Service

Our outfitter personally handles all of our Montana fly fishing trip bookings, so you can count on his experience from the moment you first contact us. Fly fishing has taken him all over the world, from Montana to Chile and just about everywhere in between. His experience outfitting, guiding, managing lodging, and working in fly shops gives him a unique perspective on what makes a great Montana fly fishing trip. He understands that personal service for anglers is what matters most.

We treat every trip as custom and work with our anglers to build their ultimate Montana fly fishing trip. Whether you are booking a day trip or a multi-day fishing package, know when you book with the Montana Angling Company, you will receive the personal service anglers deserve.

‍Unmatched Variety

We are lucky in Montana to have such an abundance of great fly fishing. Through our custom outfitting, we extend the opportunity for all of our anglers to access an unmatched variety of fly fishing. From the famous blue ribbon rivers to waters off the beaten path, we have something to offer every angler. From our home base of Bozeman, MT we have several lifetimes worth of blue ribbon fly fishing. Our network of local guides across the state allows anglers to experience truly unmatched variety on their trip with the Montana Angling Company.

True Experience

At the core of the Montana Angling Company is the hardest working and truly experienced guide staff around. Our Montana fly fishing guides are all professionals with decades of combined experience on all of our Montana rivers. Quality of guiding largely impacts the quality of any Montana fly fishing trip, so we only work with the best guides we can trust and depend on to work hard for all of our anglers. Our anglers can count on our fly fishing guides to have the experience to make their next Montana fly fishing trip truly great.

Emphasis on Education

Fly fishing is a sport that, as anglers, opens the door to a lifetime of learning about the outdoors and ourselves. As a Montana fly fishing outfitter we feel we have a responsibility to provide our anglers with new learning and educational opportunities on every trip. By emphasizing this aspect of our sport, we are able to provide something of value for anglers of every skill level and background. We consider ourselves to be teachers as much as we are fly fishing guides and our anglers are able to enjoy the benefits of both on their fly fishing trips.

Bozeman, MT Fly Fishing Report 7/5/18

Bozeman, MT Fly Fishing Report 7/5/18

Fishing Reports, Madison River Fishing Reports, Missouri River Fishing Reports, Paradise Valley and Spring Creeks Fishing Reports, Yellowstone National Park Fishing Reports, Yellowstone River Fishing Reports

Bozeman Fly Fishing Overview

Exciting stuff happening in Bozeman, MT right now. Salmonflies, salmonflies, and more Salmonflies. And caddis. Lots of caddis. This has meant great fly fishing for our anglers and Bozeman fly fishing guides. Salmonflies have been in full swing on the Madison River. Lots of big fish coming to the net. We have been fishing nothing but dry flies for the past week and look to continue doing so in the weeks to come. Thick hatches of stonefly nymphs, caddisflies, PMDs, and green and drown drakes has made for exciting surface action all day long. The Yellowstone River is quickly coming into shape, the Madison River is fishing as well as it ever has, the Missouri River flows are dropping back into great dryfly fishing levels, and most of our smaller streams are starting to fish. Life is good for anglers in Bozeman, Montana.

Madison River Fly Fishing Report

Has been the main event the past week and will continue to fish great in the weeks to come. The annual salmonfly hatch is well underway and has meant phenomenal dryfly fishing for larger than average Madison River trout. The salmonfly hatch always ebbs and flows, but we have had consistently great days from Ennis all the way to Lyon’s Bridge. The big bug action has been starting early on warmer days and later on cooler, peaking around 2pm. Caddisflies have had fish looking up early and late. PMDs, drakes, and goldenstones are also around, making for great second fly action mid-day. The big bugs always mean big crowds, so don’t expect to have the river to yourself, but join the party and enjoy some of the finest fly fishing in southwest Montana.

Missouri River Fly Fishing Report

We have had a rollercoaster ride of flows the past few weeks on the Missouri River, but things are finally trending down, presently at just over 12k. The canyon is clear, the river is fishing well, and hatches of PMDs, caddisflies, and terrestrials have kept the fish looking up. Look for flows to go below 10k the coming week and even more fish looking up when they do. Crayfish have been getting it done subsurface. Go deep out in the middle or go short on the bank to get it done. Sowbugs, PMDs, Caddis Pupa, and big attractor nymphs are all great bets as your second fly. 6ft to split shot and you can fish anywhere. Mother MO has been good to us this year and things look to only get better as we move through summer.

Yellowstone River Fly Fishing Report

The Yellowstone River summer fly fishing season has finally begun. And here much sooner than we would have thought. Between record snowpack and heavy rain we were thinking this day would be here much later. But here we are. Reports have been good from the Yellowstone from boats staying above the Shields River confluence. Mud below. Salmonflies are out and flying around bringing some fish to the surface, but nymphing and streamer fishing have been the top producers. We still feel the fishing on the Madison River is and will continue to be the best bet for anglers in the Bozeman area for the next week, but look for this to change quickly as the Yellowstone River flows continue to drop and clarity improves. Flows are still at 10K which means floaters should continue to exercise caution and not get in over their heads, but the Yellowstone River is open for business.  Stonefly nymphs, large caddis nymphs, buggers, and other large attractors will be your best bet subsurface. This is a great time of year to throw around giant streamers for trophy brown trout while clarity is still a bit off. Get after it!

Paradise Valley Spring Creek Fly Fishing Report

Early July is a great time to be on the Paradise Valley Spring Creeks. Bugs are hatching, fish are rising, and a good reach cast will be rewarded. PMDs continue to hatch as well as sporadic caddis. Well fished ants and beetles will also fool these selective trout. Nymphing with midges, mayfly nymphs, and sows/scuds continues to be great as always. The fish have seen a good number of poorly presented PMDs at this point so think about sizing down and making your first cast count. The trout can be ruthless here. Bring your A-game.

Yellowstone National Park Fly Fishing Report

A lot of options in Yellowstone Park right now for fly fishing anglers. The Gibbon River, Madison River, and Firehole River have plenty of clear and cool enough water to keep anglers entertained. Caddis continue to hatch daily. The Lamar River, Soda Butte Creek, Yellowstone River, and Slough Creek are still high for our liking but fish can be caught subsurface with stonefly and other large attractor nymphs. The Gardner River is probably the best place to be right now as flows are great, water is clear and cold, and plenty of bugs are hatching. Salmonflies and goldenstones are the biggest bugs on the water, but expect fish to eagerly come up for a variety of mayfly and smaller attractor patterns. Beetles, ants, small hoppers, and #14 parachutes are always a great bet. Chubby-Rubby and other dry-dropper combo rigs will work well in the pocket water. Things will only improve in the upcoming weeks and we expect the Yellowstone River in the park and its tributaries to be great options very soon.