Depuy's Spring Creek
Date: 11/07/2025
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
Depuy's Spring Creek is in excellent condition this week. With water that remains consistently clear and a light breeze holding in during afternoons, the setting is ideal for anglers who appreciate precision fishing in a quiet, scenic location.
Nymphing continues to deliver the most reliable results. Patterns such as small perdigons, pheasant tails, and zebra midges have been especially effective. A 9-foot leader in 4X fluorocarbon is an excellent all-purpose setup here; under very calm or ultra-clear conditions, dropping slightly to 5X may help maintain subtle contact.
Streamer fishing is becoming a more viable option as the afternoon warms up and cloud cover increases. Natural-profile baitfish and sculpin-style flies in olive or tan have picked up fish in deeper runs or near weed edges. For these larger flies, a 5- to 6-foot leader rigged with 1X or 0X fluorocarbon offers better turnover and control.
There are several small dry-fly opportunities developing on calm afternoons. Blue-winged olives and midges are appearing in light numbers, and trout are rising in a few discreet pockets. Having a handful of small emerger or parachute dries in sizes 18–20 is wise for those short surface windows.
Overall, DePuy’s Spring Creek remains a standout option for late-season fly fishing near Bozeman. Nymphs are producing consistently, streamers are offering quality chances under the right light, and emerging dry-fly moments add an extra level of challenge and reward.
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Recommended Flies
Gold Lightning Bug
Gray Sprout Midge
Black Pat's Rubberleg
Pheasant Tail
Dark Olive Spanish Perdigon
Black Lite Brite Perdigon
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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