Excellent for advanced beginners through expert skill levels
Nymphing produces big fish numbers; often well over 25 fish in the net a day when conditions are stable
Situational dry fly fishing opportunities throughout the day, but nymph fishing is the emphasis
The weather will be variable, so be prepared for anything
Lodging options are very limited, so book early; check out Airbnb options near Craig, Montana, or have us help you with our lodging partners.
Fly into either Helena, Great Falls, or Bozeman; plan on renting a vehicle
3 days of fishing is an ideal itinerary
April 18 - June 11 (avoid weekends and holidays if possible) is our Missouri River fly fishing trip season

If you're interested in guided Missouri River fishing trips, our Bozeman, Montana, guide service can help. We have nearly 25 years of experience guiding Missouri River anglers in a variety of water conditions throughout the year. Our guide staff recommends late April, May and early June as the best time of the year to fish the Missouri River near Craig, Montana.

Join us in 2027 for some terrific, early-season Missouri River fly fishing on the stretches of the river between Holter Dam and Cascade, Montana. The fishing conditions vary, but typically involve nymph fishing along current seams and below drop-offs from the driftboat. On cloudy days, you can expect blanket hatches of BWO and March Browns, with Caddis usually showing up in mid-to-late May. Streamer fishing is dependent on water levels and temperature, with lower flows and warmer conditions being ideal.

Montana angler with a trophy Missouri River Brown

Booking a Missouri River Fishing Trip

While we can arrange lodging, you are also welcome to make your own arrangements. If you need breakfast, there are a few places in Craig that offer it. Lunch is included on our Missouri River guide trips. For dinner, you can choose from several options in Cascade, the Oasis in Wolf Creek, or Izaaks in Craig.

Please note that availability is limited, so it's best to make your reservation as soon as possible. The guided fly-fishing rates for the Missouri River spring trips are $725 per boat for 1-2 anglers.

To make a reservation, book online, send an e-mail, or call us at 406-468-5019.