Missouri River Fishing Report
Date: 06/12/2026
Posted by: Toby SwankCurrent Conditions
The Missouri River is fishing very well right now and continues to offer some of the most consistent fishing in the state.
PMDs are driving a lot of the action. There are fish looking up throughout the afternoons, and caddis are becoming a bigger part of the picture as well. If you're willing to switch gears and target rising fish, there have been plenty of opportunities on the surface.
Most anglers are still starting their day with nymphs. PMD nymphs, frenchies, sowbugs, zebra midges, and spanish bullet perdigons have all been producing fish. A lot of the better reports have been coming from anglers fishing lighter setups and focusing on shallower water rather than running heavy rigs all day.
The dry fly fishing is what has people excited right now. PMDs, caddis, and the occasional spinner fall have kept fish looking up for much of the day. Having a dry fly rod ready is no longer optional on the Missouri.
Streamer fishing has taken a back seat to the hatch activity, but anglers throwing smaller white or olive streamers are still moving a few fish during lower light periods.
The Missouri feels like it's settling into one of its better stretches of the season. Good bugs, good dry fly fishing, and steady nymphing have made it a tough river to beat right now.
Additional Resources:
- Bozeman Fly Fishing Guide To June
Stream Flows
Flows
Recommended Flies
BWO Hi-Vis Parachute
Tailwater Sowbug
Black Zebra Midge
BWO Sparkle Dun
White Zonker
Gray Sprout Midge
Tailwater Sowbug Jig
Olive Tailwater Tiny
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