World Class Fly fishing
Browns. Cutthroats. Rainbows. Brooks. Blue-Ribbon Trout streams. Yellowstone. Gallatin. Madison. They total 1,000 miles. Jefferson. Shields. Boulder. Stillwater. Clarks fork. Rock Creek. Forty-five state fishing accesses.
Fishing Dawn to Dusk The best fly fishing runs from late June through October, though conditions are often good in March and April before spring runoff. With up to 3,000 fish per mile in the many Yellowstone Country streams, regulations generally allow liberal catch limits. On some streams, regulations protect certain species or provide larger trout. Wade in a stream. Walk along the streambank. Float fish if the water will carry a boat. Obtain permission before you enter or cross private land.
Consult local fly shops for specific tackle recommendations. Be prepared for rapid changes in the weather.
Montana fishing licenses All non-resident anglers 15 years of age and older are required to have a valid Montana fishing license and a conservation license. Residents of Montana, ages 12-14 and 62 years and older are only required to obtain a resident conservation license to fish; all other resident anglers require a conservation and a fishing license. Fishing and conservation licenses are available at sporting goods storees, some general convenience stores and all offices of the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks. The license year runs March 1 through the las day of February of the following year. MORE »
Want to Fish Yellowstone Park? Fishing permits are required and may be obtained at ranger stations, visitors centers, Yellowstone General Stores and Bridge Bay Marina. Varying limits and restrictions apply. The Yellowstone National Park general fishing season begins the Saturday of Mermorial Day weekend and continures through the first Sunday in November. MORE »
Three-day permis: $15
Seven-day permit: $20
Annual permit: $35
Free permit available for 12-15 year olds
Under 12 may fish with adult supervision
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