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Jefferson River Fishing Report

Date: 08/25/2025
Posted by: Toby Swank

Current Conditions

The Jefferson River is currently closed to all fishing. The river flows dropped below 280cfs, and with no foreseeable rain in the forecast, expect the closure to stay in place for the time being.

Additional Resources:

- A Guide To Bozeman Fly Fishing in August

- Jefferson River Fly Fishing in August

Recommended Flies

				  Tan clouser crayfish

Tan Clouser

				  Tan Sweetgrass Hopper

Sweetgrass Hopper

				  Morningwood Hopper Craven Yellow08 299

Orange Morningwood Hopper

				  Chubby chernobyl tan

Tan Chubby Chernobyl

				  A realistic hopper pattern used when fly fishing Montana.

Golden Morrish Hopper

				  A natural Grasshopper imitation that catches large Madison River trout.

Dave's Hopper

				  Catch trout fly fishing in Montana using this Mayfly nymph.

Butano Lite Brite Perdigon

Jefferson River Fishing

The Jefferson River is a unique Montana fly fishing destination. It runs for around 80 miles, surrounded by the rugged landscapes of the Tobacco Root and Highland Mountain Ranges.

Our "Jefferson River Fishing Guide" is a comprehensive introduction to fly fishing in Montana on the Jefferson River from the Bozeman fly fishing guides with Fins and Feathers.


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Jefferson River Guided Fly Fishing Trips

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Montana River Shuttles

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River shuttle services are an integral part of the Montana fly fishing scene as floating these legendary western rivers is the standard way to fish and experience them. Be sure...

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Montana Fly Fishing Trip Photo Galleries

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Get a glimpse into a day of guided fly fishing in Montana from the viewpoint of the guides and guests with Bozeman fly fishing outfitter, Fins and Feathers Guide Service...

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Jefferson River Fly Fishing Area Map



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