Depuy's Spring Creek
Date: 07/23/2025
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
DePuy’s Spring Creek is in excellent shape as we move into late July. The water is clear, cold, and steady, with temperatures holding in the low 50s, ideal conditions for both the fish and the hatches.
PMD's are the main event most days, with fish feeding selectively on emergers and spinners during mid-morning and late evening windows. When conditions are calm, we have been seeing fish rising in the slower seams and slicks, rewarding anglers who can deliver a clean drift on light tippet.
Midges continue to be a consistent factor early and late in the day. Terrestrials are starting to make a difference too. Ants and beetles are getting some attention, especially on sunny afternoons. Hopper season is just around the corner.
Nymphing remains productive when fish aren’t looking up. Small sowbugs, midges, and mayfly patterns presented with stealth and subtlety are turning fish in deeper slots and undercut banks.
Anglers should hit the water with a variety of PMD imitations. Patterns like the CDC PMD Spinner, PMD sparkle dun, and PMD comparadun are best fished on leaders 10–12-foot tapered leaders of 5x or 6x.
Crowds have been moderate, and the creek is
fishing well throughout the day. It is classic spring creek angling, technical and rewarding. Anglers who take their time, move carefully,
and read the water are seeing the most results.
Depuy’s Spring Creek has a rod fee of $120 through July 31.
Additional Resources:
- Livingston fly fishing in July
- Yellowstone River fly fishing in July
Recommended Flies
Cinnamon Foam Flying Ant
PMD CDC Emerger
Tan Charlie Boy Hopper
Black Foam Beetle
PMD Sparkle Dun
PMD Missing Link
Black Zebra Midge
PMD Comparadun
Frenchie
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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