Gallatin River
FLY FISHING DREAMS
Dreaming of fly fishing trips? Fishing for rainbows and browns in pristine river waters and breathtaking surroundings? Save this dream for something else, because this particular fly fishing paradise exists right now, and it is called the Gallatin River.
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Gallatin River Listings: (add your listing)
Gallatin River Lodge & Grill - NEW VIDEO!
First-class accommodations, award-winning dining & wine selection, along with angler guide service. Fish the Yellowstone, Madison, Gallatin Rivers & spring creeks. See Photos.
(888) 387-0148
Cameron Bridge Retreat - along Gallatin River
A cozy & lovely log home sitting on 10-acres of private land adjoining the Gallatin River. Wildlife, fly fishing, hikes. Rent all or a portion of the home, beautiful setting.
(866) 252-7706
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Angler's West Guide Service - Gallatin Fishing
Creating custom angling adventures for novices to experts who want to unleash the secrets of Gallatin River rainbows and browns. Our photo gallery speaks for itself!
(406) 556-1197
Anglers Haven Outfitters - Fish the Gallatin
Montana fly fishing on the Yellowstone, Madison, Gallatin and Missouri Rivers. Whether you're an expert angler, or want to try fly fishing, you'll appreciate our dedication.
(406) 580-8100
Greater Yellowstone Fly Fishers - near Gallatin
Guided fly fishing trips on area spring creeks, Yellowstone and Madison Rivers. Check our live river & water reports and fly recommendations, plus rental gear & free advice.
(406) 585-5321
Madison River Guides - 2008 filling fast!
Who knows how to fish the Madison River best? Those who live & operate along the river everyday. Based near Ennis, we offer exceptional experiences for experts and beginners.
(406) 682-5654
Montana Silver Creek Cabins - 5 mins from Gallatin
Two cozy handcrafted log cabins w/kitchens. Rural setting near Bozeman, close to Gallatin River flyfishing. Sleeps 2-4 each, 3-night minimum stay. Discounts for May stays.
(406) 763-4887
Mountain Home Vacation Rentals on the Gallatin
Offering outstanding private cabins and homes along the Gallatin, and on other great Montana waters. Cozy cabins to luxury lodges – for your next fishing vacation.
(800) 550-4589
The Pickle Barrel - Legandary Sandwiches
A landmark among local establishments, a "must experience" when visiting town. On-the-River lunches are our specialty. Call ahead orders welcome, will have ready for pickup.
(406) 551-2080
Wingate Inn - a Fishermen's Favorite for Lodging
Coming to fish the area? Stay with us. Exceptional rooms, pool, whirlpool, WiFi, daily breakfast, workout gym and kids under 18 free. Near Costco & Outback Steakhouse.
(800) 228-1000
YD Flies - Fishing Flies at 20% below wholesale!
Planning your fishing trip to Montana? Order your flies today and we'll have them to you before you go! Excellent quality, 20% below wholesale!
(970) 927-7089
FIshing in the Fall
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A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT
One of the most prized waters in Montana trout country, the movie "A River Runs Through It" used the Gallatin River as the setting for some of its most exciting fishing scenes.
Originating at 10,000 feet in the northwest corner of Yellowstone, the Gallatin River starts off as a babblingly friendly creek. It quickly gains speed and grows as it gains tributaries inside Yellowstone National Park, then through the beautiful Gallatin Canyon near Big Sky. From there it gains more tributaries and continues north through the farming communities of Gallatin Gateway, Belgrade and Manhattan, Montana until it joins the Madison and Jefferson Rivers (at the Headwaters State Park) to officially create the Missouri River near Three Forks.
PRIME TIME FISHING: MARCH - AUGUST
FLY FISHING PARADISE
In the earlier spring months, anglers watch for blue-winged olive mayflies and numerous caddis hatches in April and May. A mix of abundant hatches now spells heaven for trout, albeit briefly, and a dream come true for fishing enthusiasts. The large and colorful salmonfly, in particular, moves upstream giving dry fly fisherman an experience of sheer paradise with the biggest emergence usually coming through in late-June and early July subject to local water and weather conditions. And fly fishing paradise continues until late August with a variety of Caddis hatches, terrestrial insects (flying ants and hoppers) as well as year-round midge populations. Rainbow and brown trout average 12-17" throughout the system from the Yellowstone Park boundary down to Manhattan with the occasional 18-21" behemoth thrown in for excitement.
LATE SEASON: SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER
FAST AND FURIOUS FLY FISHING
It's a major hatching period now. Hopper season strikes, and trout are in a feeding frenzy as they devour these terrestrials, including swarms of beetles and ants along the banks. Fishing, including back-country fishing and float fishing, is fast and furious.
And it's quieter now too. The crowds have thinned out; it's just you, the fish, and the beautiful river. There's a magic light, peace and solitude that pervades this time of year. Autumn takes out her palette and colors the trees, bushes and shrubs providing ideal Gallatin River settings for all fishermen.
WINTER: DECEMBER-FEBRUARY
FLY FISHING EVEN IN WINTER!
Winter in Montana and there's still fly fishing on the Gallatin River! Brown and rainbow trout are friendly and willing, as well as Mountain Whitefish. Quoting from our resident expert, and employee of this company, "the Gallatin is my favorite stream to fish from November through February - no one is around and the fish are very accommodating". Need we say more!
GREAT FLY FISHING EXPERIENCES ANY TIME OF THE YEAR!
Fishing in Montana on the Gallatin River can be superb any time of the year, although prime time fishing runs from June to September. Fishing in early spring and late autumn - March to May, and October - can still deliver some of the best fly fishing experiences of the year.
And always present is the incredible beauty of Montana trout country.
42FOther pages you might find helpful:
Montana Fishing
Guide to West Yellowstone Montana fishing.
