Depuy's Spring Creek
Date: 10/02/2026
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
DePuy’s Spring Creek has been hit or miss, but the cooler weather is starting to bring more baetis into the mix. Cloudy afternoons have been the better chance for finding fish up, especially when the wind stays down.
Most of the fishing is still subsurface. Small baetis nymphs, zebra midges, pheasant tails, and scuds in the #18–22 range have been getting fish. If baetis start coming off, switching to a small emerger or dry is worth doing. Plan on fishing 6X.
A few bigger browns are starting to show up in the creek as October gets going. Watch for redds and leave spawning fish alone.
Additional Resources:
- October Fly Fishing in Bozeman, MT.
Recommended Flies
Black Lite Brite Perdigon
Gold Lightning Bug
Dark Olive Spanish Perdigon
Black Zebra Midge
Gray Sprout Midge
Black Pat's Rubberleg
Pheasant Tail
Depuy's Spring Creek Fishing Trips
Fly fishing Depuy's Spring Creek has long been a Montana fly fishing tradition for anglers fishing throughout Big Sky Country. This private spring creek is ideal for technical anglers with intermediate to advanced fly fishing skills. Stealthy approaches, accurate casts, and delicate presentations are required to fool these well-educated, wild trout by mid-summer.
Fins and Feathers has been guiding Montana fly fishing trips to Depuy's Spring Creek for over two decades. Our Bozeman fly fishing guides are patient instructors who understand the nuances required to find success on Depuy's Spring Creek.
Depuy's Spring Creek Fishing
Check out our comprehensive "Depuy's Spring Creek Fishing Guide" for seasonal insights and tips from the Bozeman fly fishing guide staff at Fins and Feathers.
Depuy's Spring Creek Area Map
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