DePuy's Spring Creek has been fishing well, although it's been a little technical lately. Midges have been the most consistent hatch, with some good blue-winged olive activity on calmer days. Anglers have been finding the better dry fly opportunities from late morning through early afternoon, particularly when the wind stays down.
Small flies and light tippet are important on DePuy's. For dry flies, Griffith's gnats, midge clusters, and small BWO emergers in sizes 18–24 are worth carrying. When fish aren't rising, smaller zebra midges, pheasant tails, and sowbugs are good nymph options. Small leech patterns have also been producing some larger fish.
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Black Lite Brite Perdigon
Gold Lightning Bug
Dark Olive Spanish Perdigon
Black Zebra Midge
Gray Sprout Midge
Black Pat's Rubberleg
Pheasant Tail
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.
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.
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