Montana Fly Fishing Articles
Big Blackfoot River
Timeless cliff walls and ponderosa pines tower over deep, clear runs and boulder strewn riffles -- the Big Blackfoot is trout water.
Timeless cliff walls and ponderosa pines tower over deep, clear runs and boulder strewn riffles -- the Big Blackfoot is trout water.
www.glaciertoyellowstone.com/fishing_montana/western/blackfoot.cfm
Bitterroot Valley Creeks
www.glaciertoyellowstone.com/fishing_montana/western/creeks.cfm
Fishing in Montanas Glacier country
www.glaciermt.com/pub/fishing.php
Flathead River
Anglers talking about "the Flathead" may be referring either to the magnificent lake, the mighty river that feeds it, or to the big valleys and basin that surround these waters.
Anglers talking about "the Flathead" may be referring either to the magnificent lake, the mighty river that feeds it, or to the big valleys and basin that surround these waters.
visitmt.com/falcon/Fishing_Flathead_River_final.htm
Flathead River - Middle Fork: Overview
The Middle Fork of the Flathead River begins just outside the Great Bear Wilderness, which is located south of Glacier National Park.
The Middle Fork of the Flathead River begins just outside the Great Bear Wilderness, which is located south of Glacier National Park.
www.bigskyfishing.com/River-Fishing/NW-MT-Rivers/Flathead-MiddleFork
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/Flathead-Middle-Fork.htm
Fly Fishing Western Montana Rivers
An article on fly fishing Western Montana Rivers by Bill Bean of the Fishaus Fly Shop in Hamilton, MT. A nice overview on the main rivers around Missoula & Hamilton for those looking to make the trip.
An article on fly fishing Western Montana Rivers by Bill Bean of the Fishaus Fly Shop in Hamilton, MT. A nice overview on the main rivers around Missoula & Hamilton for those looking to make the trip.
www.washingtonflyfishing.com/columns/w_montana.htm
Glacier National Park and Northwest Montana
Where to go fishing when visiting Glacier National Park and Northwest Montana from GORP.com
Where to go fishing when visiting Glacier National Park and Northwest Montana from GORP.com
www.gorp.com/gorp/location/regionguide/glacierfishing.htm
Hoppers, bright spinners appeal to Sun River trout
If you
If you
espn.go.com/outdoors/fishing/s/f_map_04_MT_NFork_SunRiver.html
http://www.bigskyfishing.com/River-Fishing/NW-MT-Rivers/Yaak-River/Yaak-River.htm
The Yaak River begins in British Columbia, as the North Fork Yaak, flowing for 25 miles before entering Montana.
The Yaak River begins in British Columbia, as the North Fork Yaak, flowing for 25 miles before entering Montana.
www.bigskyfishing.com/River-Fishing/NW-MT-Rivers/Yaak-River/Yaak-Riv
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Kootenai info
Isolated in the northwest corner of Montana the Kootenai lies off the beaten path of the more traveled, popular "big name" rivers of Montana...
Isolated in the northwest corner of Montana the Kootenai lies off the beaten path of the more traveled, popular "big name" rivers of Montana...
www.montana-flyfishing.com/?id=2
Kootenai River : Fly Fishing & Overview
www.bigskyfishing.com/River-Fishing/NW-MT-Rivers/Kootenai-River/Koot
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enai-River.htm
Lindbergh Lake
visitmt.com/falcon/Fishing_Lindbergh_Lake_final.htm
Missoula Trout Tour
Moving in any direction from Missoula, Montana, takes you to trout. And in late June when the stone flies come out, you can join a fantastic moveable feast.
Moving in any direction from Missoula, Montana, takes you to trout. And in late June when the stone flies come out, you can join a fantastic moveable feast.
www.outdoorlife.com/outdoor/fishing/trout/article/0,19912,345135,00.
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Northwestern Montana: Kootenai River / Lake Koocanusa
The Kootenai River from Libby Dam seventeen miles down river to Libby is another great tailwater fishery for Montana.
The Kootenai River from Libby Dam seventeen miles down river to Libby is another great tailwater fishery for Montana.
www.glaciertoyellowstone.com/fishing_montana/northwest/kootenai_kooc
anusa.cfm
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Swan River
Originating out of Lindbergh Lake, the Swan River rushes to Swan Lake for over 35 miles.
Originating out of Lindbergh Lake, the Swan River rushes to Swan Lake for over 35 miles.
www.glaciertoyellowstone.com/fishing_montana/western/swan.cfm
Three Forks of the Flathead River
The three forks of the Flathead River testify to the raw force of nature and qualify as part of the National Scenic River Act...
The three forks of the Flathead River testify to the raw force of nature and qualify as part of the National Scenic River Act...
www.glaciertoyellowstone.com/fishing_montana/northwest/flathead_rive
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Western Montana: Bitterroot River
Crossing over from Idaho to Montana, Highway 93 plunges down the mountain to meet the east and west forks of the Bitterroot River and the beginning of the Bitterroot Valley.
Crossing over from Idaho to Montana, Highway 93 plunges down the mountain to meet the east and west forks of the Bitterroot River and the beginning of the Bitterroot Valley.
www.glaciertoyellowstone.com/fishing_montana/western/bitterroot.cfm
Montana Hatch Charts
Hatch data for Flathead River
www.theflyfishingreport.com/Hatch_Charts/Top100Results.asp?River_Nam
e=Flathead+River&State=MT
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Hatch data for Kootenai River
www.theflyfishingreport.com/Hatch_Charts/Top100Results.asp?River_Nam
e=Kootenai+River&State=MT
e=Kootenai+River&State=MT
Hatch data for Swan River
www.theflyfishingreport.com/Hatch_Charts/Top100Results.asp?River_Nam
e=Swan+River&State=MT
e=Swan+River&State=MT
Hatch data for Thompson River
www.theflyfishingreport.com/Hatch_Charts/Top100Results.asp?River_Nam
e=Thompson+River&State=MT
e=Thompson+River&State=MT
Hatch data for Yaak River
www.theflyfishingreport.com/Hatch_Charts/Top100Results.asp?River_Nam
e=Yaak+River&State=MT
e=Yaak+River&State=MT
Hatch data for Yaak River
www.theflyfishingreport.com/Hatch_Charts/Top100Results.asp?River_Nam
e=Yaak+River&State=MT
e=Yaak+River&State=MT
Montana Fly Fishing Maps
Flathead map & hatches
This often overlooked river can produce some real trophies for those willing to spend some time getting to know the river
This often overlooked river can produce some real trophies for those willing to spend some time getting to know the river
www.traflyfish.com/rivers/montana/flathead.htm
Montana Fly Fishing Photos
Kootenai Angler Photo Gallery
www.montana-flyfishing.com/gallery
Kootenai report
www.montana-flyfishing.com/?id=8
Middle Fork Flathead River Photographs
www.bigskyfishing.com/River-Fishing/NW-MT-Rivers/Flathead-MiddleFork
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/photo_gallery/MiddleForkFlatheadRiverPho/index.html
Yaak River Pictures
www.bigskyfishing.com/River-Fishing/NW-MT-Rivers/Yaak-River/Photo_Ga
llery/YaakRiverPhotographs/index.html
llery/YaakRiverPhotographs/index.html
Montana Fly Fishing Forums
Montana Fly Fishing Shops
Greater Yellowstone Fly Fishers
29 Pioneer Way • Bozeman, MT 59718; (406) 585-5321
29 Pioneer Way • Bozeman, MT 59718; (406) 585-5321
www.gyflyfishers.com
The BigHorn Trout Shop
PO Box 7477, Fort Smith, Montana, 59035; 406 666 2375
PO Box 7477, Fort Smith, Montana, 59035; 406 666 2375
www.bighorntroutshop.com
Arricks Fly Shop
37 Canyon St, P.O. Box 1290, West Yellowstone, MT. 59758; (406) 646-7290
37 Canyon St, P.O. Box 1290, West Yellowstone, MT. 59758; (406) 646-7290
www.arricks.com
Bud Lilly
P.O. Box 530 - 39 Madison Avenue West Yellowstone, MT 59758; 406-646-7801
P.O. Box 530 - 39 Madison Avenue West Yellowstone, MT 59758; 406-646-7801
www.budlillys.com/budlillys
The Missouri River Trout Shop
110 Bridge Street, Craig, Montana 59648-8715 800-337-8528
110 Bridge Street, Craig, Montana 59648-8715 800-337-8528
www.thetroutshop.com/contact.htm
Blue Ribbon Flies
305 Canyon Street, West Yellowstone, Montana 59758; (406) 646-9045
305 Canyon Street, West Yellowstone, Montana 59758; (406) 646-9045
www.blueribbonflies.com
Fishaus Fly Fishing
702 North First Street, Hamilton, MT 59840; (406) 363-6158
702 North First Street, Hamilton, MT 59840; (406) 363-6158
www.fishaus.montana.com
Madison River Fishing Company
109 Main Street P. O. Box 627 Ennis, MT 59729; 800-227-7127
109 Main Street P. O. Box 627 Ennis, MT 59729; 800-227-7127
www.mrfc.com/default.htm
Montana River Outfitters
Great Falls:923 10th Ave North Great Falls, MT 5940;1406-761-1677 Wolf Creek: 515 Recreation Road Wolf Creek, MT 59648; 406-235-4350
Great Falls:923 10th Ave North Great Falls, MT 5940;1406-761-1677 Wolf Creek: 515 Recreation Road Wolf Creek, MT 59648; 406-235-4350
www.montanariveroutfitters.com
Missoulian Angler
401 South Orange Street, Missoula, Montana 59801406.728.7766
401 South Orange Street, Missoula, Montana 59801406.728.7766
www.missoulianangler.com
Bighorn Fly and Tackle
Fort Smith: PO Box 7597 Fort Smith, MT 59035; 406-666-2253; Billings: 485 S. 24th Street W. Billings, MT 59102; 406-656-8257
Fort Smith: PO Box 7597 Fort Smith, MT 59035; 406-666-2253; Billings: 485 S. 24th Street W. Billings, MT 59102; 406-656-8257
www.bighornfly.com/
Clark Fork Trout & Tackle
4 Mullan Gulch Rd. St.Regis, MT 59866; 406-649-2538
4 Mullan Gulch Rd. St.Regis, MT 59866; 406-649-2538
www.clarkforktrout.com
Kesel's Four Rivers Fly Shop
Kesel's Four Rivers 501 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula, Montana 59801; 1-888-349-4796
Kesel's Four Rivers 501 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula, Montana 59801; 1-888-349-4796
www.fourrivers.net
Knoll's Yellowstone Fishing Products
104 Chicory (fishing access) Road, PO Box 76, Pray, Montana 59065; (406) 333-4848
104 Chicory (fishing access) Road, PO Box 76, Pray, Montana 59065; (406) 333-4848
knolls.us
Kootenai Angler
115 West Second Street, Libby, Montana 59923; (800) 322-9339
115 West Second Street, Libby, Montana 59923; (800) 322-9339
www.montana-flyfishing.com
Madison River Outfitters
Post Office Box 398, 117 Canyon Street, West Yellowstone, Montana 59758; 800-646-9644
Post Office Box 398, 117 Canyon Street, West Yellowstone, Montana 59758; 800-646-9644
www.flyfishingyellowstone.com
Wolf Creek Outfitters
P.O. Box 285, Cascade, Montana 59421866) 688-7688
P.O. Box 285, Cascade, Montana 59421866) 688-7688
www.wolfcreekoutfitters.com/
Buzz Basini's Spring Creek Specialists
2742 East River Road Livingston, MT 59047; 406 222 5664
2742 East River Road Livingston, MT 59047; 406 222 5664
springcreekspecialists.com
Yellowstone Angler
Yellowstone Angler P.O. Box 629 5256 Highway 89 South Livingston, MT 59047; (406) 222-7130
Yellowstone Angler P.O. Box 629 5256 Highway 89 South Livingston, MT 59047; (406) 222-7130
www.yellowstoneangler.com
Jacklin's Fly Shop
P.O. Box 310 / 105 Yellowstone Ave, West Yellowstone, MT 59758; (406) 646-7336
P.O. Box 310 / 105 Yellowstone Ave, West Yellowstone, MT 59758; (406) 646-7336
www.jacklinsflyshop.com/index.htm