Montana Fishing Reports

Fins and Feathers has been a Montana fly fishing business since 2000, centrally located in Bozeman at the heart of the finest wild trout waters in the state. Our genuine connection to fly fishing in the region inspires us to share our experience and insights with other anglers fishing near Bozeman through our Montana fishing reports. Our professional Bozeman fly fishing guides generate these best-in-class fishing reports based on their everyday experiences on these world-renowned rivers.

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Bozeman Montana Fly Fishing Reports


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Gallatin River

Last Updated: 01/22/2025

Very cold around Big Sky right now, down in the valley has some slightly warmer weather with temps in the mid twentys. There is light at the end of the...

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Upper Madison

Last Updated: 01/22/2025

Pretty dang cold around Ennis Montana for the rest of the week. Next week is shaping up to be nice with some sun and temps in the mid 30s. Regardless...

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Lower Madison

Last Updated: 01/22/2025

Fishing has slowed on Montana’s Lower Madison River. Tuesday was an icy mess making fishing impossible but temps are rising. Still would expect some floating ice for the remainder of...

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Yellowstone River

Last Updated: 01/22/2025

Still pretty slushy on Montana’s Yellowstone River right now and probably until the end of the week. Nex week is shaping up to be nicer and fishing should pick...

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Missouri River

Last Updated: 01/19/2025

Still very cold around Craig Montana this week but we have some “warmer” days in the middle of the week. If you're willing to battle the chilly conditions the Missouri...

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Bighorn River

Last Updated: 01/19/2025

It has cooled way off and is looking like winter on Montana’s Bighorn River. If you're willing to brave the cold, the fishing is still hot. Nymphing is most productive...

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Jefferson River

Last Updated: 01/19/2025

Old man winter has taken hold of Montana’s Jefferson River in a big way. Lots of snow and shelf ice paired with slush and ice coming down the river has...

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Depuy's Spring Creek

Last Updated: 01/19/2025

Still some very cold conditions this week on Montana’s Depuy Spring Creek. Temps are getting to single digits but mid week looks a little better. Regardless of the cold weather...

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Bozeman Fishing Reports

Last Updated: 01/19/2025

Winter has finally arrived in the Bozeman Montana area! Lots of snow and temps below freezing are in the forecast. That being said if you don't mind some cold hands...

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