Depuy's Spring Creek
Date: 01/26/2026
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
DePuy’s Spring Creek has been fishing great and has been a good option, with nearby rivers dealing with ice or tough conditions. The creek has stayed open, and access has been straightforward. Fishing has been best from late morning into the afternoon once temperatures warm slightly.
Subsurface fishing has been the most reliable. Small, natural nymphs have been doing the work, including baetis-style nymphs, pheasant tails, and zebra midges. A longer, lighter setup has been important here—a 9-foot leader of 4X or 5X fluorocarbon helps keep presentations clean and subtle in the clear water.
Dry fly opportunities have been limited but are still showing up on warmer days. Midges have been present in the mornings and again late in the afternoon, with occasional short baetis windows mid-day. When fish are looking up, small midge dries or baetis patterns in the 18–22 range are the best bet.
Overall, DePuy’s Spring Creek is fishing as expected for this time of year. Subsurface fishing has been the most dependable approach, with brief dry fly opportunities when conditions line up.
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Recommended Flies
Dark Olive Spanish Perdigon
Black Lite Brite Perdigon
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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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