Lower Madison River Fishing Report
Date: 06/03/2026
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
The Lower Madison River is the best option around Bozeman right now. While runoff continues to impact the rest of our rivers, the Lower has remained in good shape and has been providing.
PMDs are doing most of the work right now. Nymphing has been the most reliable way to stay into fish throughout the day. Fishing a crayfish attractor up top followed by a frenchie or PMD attractor perdigon underneath has been the most effective setup.
There have still been some bugs around during the afternoons, but most of the consistency has been coming underneath an indicator.
If you're looking for a river close to Bozeman that is fishing well right now, the Lower Madison River would be at the top of the list.
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Read the "Lower Madison River Fishing Guide" for a comprehensive introduction to fly fishing in Montana on the lower Madison River from the Bozeman fly fishing guides with Fins and Feathers.
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