Bozeman Fly Fishing : Day Trips
Fly fish the world-renowned wild trout rivers near Bozeman with our staff of expert fly fishing guides on day trip excursions throughout Southwest Montana.
Float and wade the legendary Madison, Gallatin, Yellowstone, or Jefferson for just a day or stay for a week and fish them all.
Get off the beaten path and explore other options like the Missouri, Boulder, Bighorn, Beaverhead, Big Hole, spring creeks, or even a few Montana lakes.
Fins and Feathers Guide Service has been outfitting Bozeman fly fishing trips for 25 years, we have the expertise, special permits, and decades of experience to ensure a world class experience every day on the water. Reservations can be placed via e-mail, online, or by calling us at 1-406-468-5019.
Bozeman Fly Fishing Day Trips
Rate: $695 for 1 or 2 Anglers per Guide
How Long is the Trip?
Full-day trips are 6-8 hours, with 5-7 hours on the water. Most rivers are 30-45 minutes’ drive from Bozeman, and guests usually ride with their guide. We can tailor the day's length to fit your schedule.
Where do we Fish?
Our guides will recommend a local river based on current conditions and recent fishing reports. The Yellowstone, Madison, Gallatin, and Jefferson rivers offer world-class fly fishing near Bozeman.
What's Included?
Rates include streamside lunch, non-alcoholic beverages, flies, terminal tackle, waders and boots when necessary, and use of fly rod outfits. Fishing licenses and gratuities are not included.
Guided Trip Deposit Policy
Secure a reservation with a deposit when you book your Montana fly fishing trip. Book 30 days in advance and hold your reservation with a 50% deposit. Payment in full is required to secure reservations made within 30 days. See full details here.
Choose Your Length of Day Trip
A Single, Full Day Trip
Limited in time while in Bozeman but still want to experience fly fishing in Montana? Take a guided day trip and our guides will take care of the logistics like which local river we should fish, transportation to and from the river, lunches, drinks, tackle, and expert instructions for both experts and novice alike. This is our standard guided trip offering, priced at $695 per day for groups of 1-2 anglers per guide on day trip excursions to our home waters, near Bozeman.
Booking Instructions:
- e-mail us the date and group size
- call us at 1-406-468-5019
- place your reservation online
Multiple Day Trips
Bozeman is surrounded by a diverse selection of premier wild trout water beyond compare to anywhere else in the Rockies. Stay in Bozeman and join our guides for multiple days of exploring the legendary fly fishing rivers in the area. We custom-build these itineraries to provide our guests with a diverse fly fishing experience on multiple fisheries in the region. Trip lengths of 2-5 days are recommended and priced at $695 per day for groups of 1-2 anglers per guide.
Booking Instructions:
- e-mail us the dates and group size
- call us at 1-406-468-5019
- place your reservation online
Single Half-Day
Only have a few hours to spare? Book a 1/2 day guided fly fishing trip on the lower Madison with one of our Bozeman fly fishing guides. These are nice introductions to the basics of fly fishing while being immersed in the legendary fly fishing waters near Bozeman,MT.. Starting at $625 per day for groups of 1-2 anglers to a guide, these 4-hour float trips are only offered during the mornings. We do not offer wade-only or 3 person per guide 1/2 day trips.
Booking Instructions:
- e-mail us the date and group size
- call us at 1-406-468-5019
- place your reservation online
Featured Day Trip Destinations Near Bozeman
Yellowstone River
Located about 30 minutes from Bozeman, our Yellowstone River fly fishing trips take place between the border of Yellowstone National Park and Columbus, Montana...
Lower Madison River
Float the lower Madison river for some of the best wild trout fishing near Bozeman during the spring and early summer months with nymphs, dries, and streamers...
Gallatin River
The Gallatin River runs along the western edge of of Bozeman and offers year roound float and wade fly fishing opportunities for our guests close to town...
Jefferson River
The Jefferson River is a large western river with low fish numbers - but a few true trophy sized trout - that fishes best during the spring, early summer, and fall...
Explore Other Montana Fly Fishing Trip Options
Missouri River Fishing Trips
Experience early-season fishing at its best on the iconic Missouri River between Holter Dam and Cascade, Montana. Big fish, big numbers, dry flies, nymphs, streamers—a Missouri River trip has it all.
- April 17 - June 20, 2025
- Single and Multi-Day Bookings Available
- Fishing gear, flies, lunches, and non-alcoholic drinks included
- Lodging assistance available (book early)
- Fishing Licenses, lodging, and gratuities are not included
- Float and Wade
- $725 for 1 or 2 anglers per guide
Montana Fly Fishing Tours
Explore Big Sky Country with the Fins and Feathers expert guides on customized Montana fly fishing trips near Dillon, Craig, Ennis, Livingston or Ft. Smith between April and September.
- 3-5 day custom itineraries
- Fish multiple blue-ribbon waters
- Seasonal availability in Dillon, Ft. Smith, Livingston, Ennis, and Craig Montana.
- Fishing gear, flies, lunches, and non-alcoholic drinks included
- Fishing Licenses, lodging, guide travel expenses, and gratuities not included
- Start at $695 for 1 or 2 anglers per guide
Lodging Packages
Montana fly fishing lodge packages offer a variety of bundled vacation options with customized guided day trip itineraries near Bozeman, Ennis, Livingston, and Craig for anglers of all skill levels.
- Variable lengths of stay and easily customizable
- Available May 1 - September 30
- Bozeman Hotel packages
- Fly fishing lodge options
- Fishing gear, flies, lunches, and non-alcoholic drinks included
- Fishing Licenses and Gratuities are not included
Bozeman Fly Fishing Photo Galleries
Yellowstone River
A collection of Montana fly fishing photos from our guided trips on the Yellowstone River...
Lower Madison River
Big brown trout and remarkable scenery along the lower Madison River highlight the photo...
Gallatin River
Beautiful wild trout and the stunning scenery that surrounds the Gallatin River featured...
Jefferson River
Photos from our Montana fly fishing trips on the Jefferson River between Twin Bridges...
Upper Madison River
Madison River fly fishing trip photos from our Montana fly fishing trips along the upper...
Missouri River
Photos of scenery and anglers fly fishing in Montana on the Missouri River near Craig, Mt...
Bozeman Fly Fishing Reports
Lower Madison River Fishing Report
Only 20 minutes from Bozeman, this world-class wild trout fishery offers exceptional fly fishing between Beartrap Canyon and Headwaters State Park most of the year.
Read our Montana fishing reports to find out exactly what’s happening on the Lower.
Yellowstone River Fishing Report
Fly fishing on the Yellowstone River embodies the quintessential Montana experience. Experience exceptional floating and limited wade fishing between Gardiner and Columbus.
The Fins and Feathers Montana fishing reports keeps you dialed in on exactly what’s happening on the Stone all year.
Upper Madison River Fishing Report
The "50-Mile Riffle" above Ennis is home to the legendary brown and rainbow trout of the Madison River. Year-round angling opportunities abound between Raynold's Pass and Ennis Lake.
Stay informed about current fly fishing conditions on the Upper with our Montana fishing reports.
Gallatin River Fishing Report
From Yellowstone National Park to Headwaters State Park, the Gallatin River is one of Montana's most accessible blue-ribbon wild trout fisheries.
Conditions on the Gallatin change quickly. Luckily, our Montana fishing reports are always up to date.
