Depuy's Spring Creek
Date: 10/16/2025
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
DePuy’s Spring Creek is fishing well right now. Fish have been particularly active through the middle of the day, especially in the slower seams and deeper runs where the current softens.
Nymphing has been the most consistent way to find fish. Small midges, emergers, and attractor nymphs have been working well when fished deep and slow. Zebra midges, small perdigons, and pheasant tails have been steady producers, with 5x fluorocarbon helping to keep drifts clean in the clear water.
Dry fly fishing has been quiet, though a few midges and BWOs are showing up on cloudy afternoons. When conditions line up, there have been a handful of fish rising in softer water, so keeping a few small emergers and parachutes in the box is a good idea.
Terrestrials are still worth fishing in the afternoons. Small beetles and ants along the grassy edges have been getting a few looks, especially when the wind settles down.
Overall, DePuy’s Spring Creek near Livingston is in great shape for fall. Nymphing will be your most reliable option right now, but with cooler, cloudy weather ahead, expect to see more BWO activity in the coming days.
- Livingston Fly Fishing in October
- Bozeman Fly Fishing in October
- The Yellowstone River in October
Recommended Flies
Dark Olive Spanish Perdigon
Black Lite Brite Perdigon
Gold Lightning Bug
Black Pat's Rubberleg
Pheasant Tail
Gray Sprout Midge
Black Zebra Midge
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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