Shields River in Montana

The Shields River in Montana is one of the Yellowstone River's tributaries. It is highly regarded as great fishing river, providing ample locations for fishermen of all abilities. In fact, it begins its journey as a stream in the Crazy Mountains, running through the Shields Valley through till the town of Livingston.

Montana's Shields River is a prime fishing haven for many anglers with multiple access points running from the foot of the Crazy Mountains to Livingston. It provides fishing adventures for beginners to experts, running a course of some sixty-five miles.

The Shields is home to a good selection of trout, whitefish and brownies. However, other species such as suckers and sculpin are also prevalent, as well as other more rare fish types.

Generally fishing in the Shields River is strictly regulated. Fishing licenses are routinely checked and fishermen are advised to check fish first to ensure their license covers them. Cutthroat trout are protected and so fishermen are obliged to catch them and then release them back into the river. The season for the other trout and whitefish has recently been extended, running through from the start of the season in the spring, through until the beginning of December. However, fishermen are only allowed to use maggots and/or artificial type lures for all the fish caught.