Bozeman Fishing Reports
Date: 07/11/2025
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
Bozeman fly fishing is at its best in early July. With all of our local rivers clear, our Bozeman fly fishing guides have been taking full advantage of this and getting out every chance they can to both the Upper & Lower Madison, Gallatin and Yellowstone rivers. Typically, this time of year river flows are still a bit higher, getting out there earlier in the day for float trips and being off the water earlier in the day is recommended for the best fishing.
Yellowstone River
The Yellowstone River is fishing better and better every day now that the weather has settled back down. Nymphing continues to be the most reliable method throughout most of the river's course - especially between Livingston and Columbus. The upper river dry fly fishing has been improving with golden stone and yellow sally imitations during the late mornings and early afternoons.
Upper Madison
Now and throughout the coming weeks the Upper Madison River reminds us why it is one of the most beautiful rivers in Montana. With flows consistent and water clear this river is a fantastic option for spending an entire day on the water. Fishing the banks, pockets, and mid river with dry dropper rigs, shorter nymph rigs, and streamers all are effective methods for landing a decent amount of fish throughout the day.
Gallatin
The Gallitin River is an amazing fishery this time of year. With the freestone being one of our favorite locations to spend a few hours wading, its many accesses and fish willing to happily eat dry flies, the river is an excellent option for beginners or seasoned anglers. Its cold clear water and beautiful scenery throughout the Gallatin canyon provide for great fishing and is more than worth spending a day on.
Additional Resources:
- Guide to Bozeman Fly Fishing in July
Recommended Flies
Royal Chubby Chernobyl
Olive Clouser Crayfish
PMD Jigster
Purple Haze
Black Lite Brite Perdigon
Hare's Ear Guides Choice
Orange Psycho Prince Jig
Peacock Elk Hair Caddis
Bozeman Fly Fishing
A year-round trout fishing destination, the Bozeman MT fly fishing options are endless. Learn more about fly fishing in Montana on our blue-ribbon waters in our "Bozeman Fly Fishing Guide" online.
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