Hot weather last week pushed temperatures back up into the low 70's, so we have been avoiding the river for a week or so now. Cool weather is arriving this weekend and later next week, so stay posted for conditions changes. The lower river is currently on Hoot Owl - closed to fishing from 2pm to Midnight from Warm Springs FAS to the confluence with the Jefferson and Gallatin rivers.
Be sure to check with MT Fish, Wildlife, and Parks as you head to various fisheries this time of the year as restrictions vary across the state and from year to year. Here is a link to the Closures and Restrictions page on the FWP website/
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Read the "Lower Madison River Fishing Guide" for a comprehensive introduction to fly fishing in Montana on the lower Madison River from the Bozeman fly fishing guides with Fins and Feathers.