Fall Photos: Most Scenic Time of the Year
Fall can provide great fishing, and opportunities at rising trout. This autumn has been a little tougher due to low flows and warm and sunny weather. Typically, fall fishing is best when conditions are cooler, cloudier with decent streamflows. With that being said, we’ve still found some pretty good fish out there and had a […]
Where is the Best Fly Fishing in Montana?
There are thousands of miles of trout streams, creeks, and rivers to fish in Montana. It has earned its reputation as the fly fishing capital of the world for good reason. But where exactly in Montana is the best place to spend your Montana Fly Fishing Trip? We may be biased, but Missoula Montana has […]
Montana Guiding Company Celebrates Successful First Season as Licensed Fly Fishing Guide and Outfitter
Missoula, MT, September 9, 2024 — Montana Guiding Company, a renowned fly fishing outfitter based in Missoula, Montana, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its inaugural season as a licensed Montana fly fishing guide and outfitter. The company’s exceptional guided fly fishing trips in Montana have provided unforgettable experiences for anglers of all skill levels exploring the […]
September Blog: Summer Wrap Up
We are officially turning the page to the Fall season here in western Montana. With Fall fishing comes mayflies, flat water, and rising fish. We had a great summer of fly fishing here in Montana. Early Summer brought us fantastic times on the Missouri River, followed by one of the best times of the year […]
Skwala Hatch Update
Spring fishing is on and the first and one of the best hatches of the year is happening now. The skwala stoneflies started hatching on the Bitterroot in the last couple weeks and the trout have been waiting for them. This is arguably the best time of year to fish here in western Montana, as […]
The Bitterroot River Skwala Hatch
We are officially only a little more than a month away from the first boats hitting the water for the 2024 fishing season here in Montana. Our season starts out with a bang during one of the best hatches of the year, the skwala stonefly hatch. Skwalas start to emerge to the surface around St. […]
Travel Fly Fishing: Bahamas Bonefish
Last month my fishing partner Alec and I traveled to the Bahamas to pursue the elusive bonefish. The Bahamas has long been known as a bonefish mecca due to its extensive sand flats that spread for many miles, seemingly endlessly in every direction. Alec and I have fished together all over the Mountain West, beginning […]
River Profile: Rock Creek – Blue Ribbon River
In this 5-part series we will share our knowledge and insights on the five rivers we fish in Montana Rock Creek is the quintessential western trout stream. It originates high in the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness of Southwest Montana in three different forks. These forks converge near the small mountain of Philipsburg creating the famous Rock Creek. […]
River Profile: The Missouri River Fly Fishing
In this 5-part series we will share our knowledge and insights on the five rivers we fish in Montana The Missouri River is simply one of the best and most productive trout rivers in North America. A tailwater river flowing out from underneath Holter Dam; its cold, consistent flows make the perfect habitat for trout […]
River Profile: The Blackfoot River Fly Fishing
In this 5-part series we will share our knowledge and insights on the five rivers we fish in Montana The Blackfoot River starts deep in the Scapegoat Wilderness (part of the second largest wilderness complex in the lower 48) as it spills out into the Ovando valley and becomes one of the most famous trout […]