Depuy's Spring Creek
Date: 01/19/2025
Posted by: Toby Swank
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 the creek should still fish well as the water stays warm. Probably not a lot of dry fly activity but the nymphing should still be hot.
Keep your fly selection on the small side. We are fishing small dark Perdigons dropping to a small Midge or Mayfly nymph, Micro Mays and Zebra Midges are some favorites. Fishing emergers can be effective as well if they are being picky. Focus your fishing on the deep holes and inside bends. If all else fails, stripping a small leech or Wooly Bugger in the pond can be a fun way to get some fish to hand.
Depuy's Spring Creek winter rates are $40 per rod
Black Zebra Midge
Gray Sprout Midge
Rainbow Spanish Bullet
Olive Wooly Bugger
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.
Read our "Depuy's Spring Creek Fishing Guide" for a detailed overview of the creek and tips from our Bozeman MT fly fishing guides.
Depuy's Spring Creek Fishing
Depuy's Spring Creek is a paradise for fly fishing enthusiasts, offering over 3 miles of spring-fed creek managed exclusively for fly fishing. The creek winds its way north through gentle meadows filled with old willows and cottonwoods, meeting the Yellowstone River. Depuy's is famous for its abundant wild trout and is on every serious fly angler's bucket list.
Angler limits and private water fees are in place to reduce crowding and angling pressure, reservations must be made in advance by calling 406.222.0221. This Montana fly fishing treasure is a must-visit for any angler looking for a pristine fly fishing experience.
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.
