Drift Fishing Guides In Helena

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Lake, River Fishing Trip in Helena

Missouri River Float Trips

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1 - 2 People From $300 / person
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River Fishing Trip in Helena

Missouri River Jet Boat

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1 - 2 People From $350 / person

River Fishing Trip in Craig

Missouri River Float Trip

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1 - 2 People From $250 / person

Most Popular Types of Drift Fishing Trips in Helena

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Float your way on the water with your guide and get ready for an action-packed day of Montana fishing from one of the best guides around! On this fly-fishing trip, you'll be floating down the Missouri River to target some Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. The Missouri River is recommended for experienced fly fishers who are looking for a challenge that will pay off with some bigger fish. The upper stretch of the Missouri River (the “Mighty Mo”) from Toston, MT, to Townsend, MT, has very calm moving water with large, easily spooked Rainbow and Brown Trout. Just the sound of the line hitting the water can scare away these fish, so be prepared to make some smooth casts. Once you get down the technique, you can expect 20-plus inch Trout. Anglers looking for an even bigger challenge can target the Common Carp, which is becoming increasingly sought after in this river. On this half or full-day excursion, your guide will row you where you need to be in a maneuverable drift boat as you take in the beautiful scenery. From here, your guide will give you expert fly-fishing tips and let you try your luck. Drift boats allow anglers to cover a larger area and access places that may be unsafe for wading. Whether you're new to fly fishing or not, your guide is eager to teach and will get some fish on your line! Regardless of where you are staying – Bozeman, Ennis, Cameron, Helena, Livingston, West Yellowstone, or Fort Smith, Montana – We have you covered. Your guide(s) will be able to pick you up at your vacation rental, lodge, hotel, campsite, or the airport. If your place of lodging is out of the way, just meet your guide at a convenient location for your day(s) on the water. Your guide will provide all the rods, reels, flies, and tippet you need to get out on the water and catch some fish. They will even have a tasty lunch for all guests. Let them know when booking if you will need to rent waders and wading boots, which he will provide at an additional cost. All you need to bring is a valid Montana fishing license. A hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a rain jacket are recommended. Enjoy your day out on the water with your guide! **We have several listings for float trips at nearby locations in the Bozeman / Yellowstone National Park area. They want you to have the best experience possible, so if the fishing is better in another lake or river, they may recommend another location. Whether you want to stick with this spot or hear about other spots, feel free to book your float trip on this listing, and they will get in contact with you about the details!** Read More

River Fishing Trip in Craig

Missouri River Float Trip

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Meet up on the Mighty Mo (Missouri River) for an awesome Jet Boat trip chasing Monster Rainbows and Big Browns on a blue ribbon tailwater with your pro guide Ikaika. Expect big, and very calm, moving water which is usually pretty difficult to cover in a drift boat, but with a jet boat to motor you around you will have much more flexibility to hit all the best spots on the river (multiple times even!). This river is known for its extremely large fish and is located in the Gates of the Mountains where Lewis and Clark Rowed through themselves exploring the West. The average size fish is ~17-18in and there are really great chances at 20+ inch fish all over. On this full-day excursion, Ikaika will use his jet boat to motor upriver, shut down the motor, and row you through the premium canyon runs over and over again. This technique will allow you to access water that is too deep to wade fish and allow you to really hone in on the best runs. From here he'll give you some of his expert fly-fishing tips and let you try your luck. Whether you're new to fly fishing or not, Ikaika is eager to teach and will get some fish on your line! Read More

River Fishing Trip in Helena

Missouri River Jet Boat

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1 - 2 People From $350 / person
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Meet up on the Mighty Mo (Missouri River) for an awesome float trip chasing Monster Rainbows and Big Browns on a blue ribbon tailwater with a small local group of guides. Expect big, and very calm, moving water with large, easily spooked Rainbow and Brown Trout. Just the sound of the line hitting the water can scare away these fish, so be prepared to make some smooth casts. Once you get down the technique you can expect 20 plus inch Trout. On this half or full-day excursion, Nate will row you where you need to be in a maneuverable drift boat as you take in the beautiful scenery. From here he'll give you some of his expert fly-fishing tips and let you try your luck. Drift boats allow anglers to cover a larger area and access places that may be unsafe for wading. Whether you're new to fly fishing or not, the guides are eager to teach and will get some fish on your line! Read More

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Helena

Missouri River Float Trips

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1 - 2 People From $300 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Helena

What are the best drift fishing trips in Helena?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 drift fishing trips in Helena, and the most popular trips in the area are Missouri River Jet Boat guided by Ikaika and Missouri River Float Trips guided by Ikaika.

Our guides in Helena are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2417 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly drift fishing guides in Helena? Check out our beginner and family friendly drift fishing guides in Helena.

What types of drift fishing trips are common in Helena?

River fishing is the most popular for drift fishing in Helena as well as lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for drift fishing in Helena are: 1. brown trout and 2. rainbow trout.

How much does a Helena drift fishing fishing trip cost?

for drift fishing in Helena prices can range anywhere from an affordable $500 to $700, but the average price for a half day trip for drift fishing in Helena is $500. The average price for a full day trip for drift fishing in Helena is $650.

What month is best for on a drift fishing trip in Helena?

The most popular season to go on a drift fishing trip in Helena is summer, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

Do I need a Helena fishing license and what are the bag limits in Helena?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Helena, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Helena. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Helena.

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