Damn Good Rainbow Trout Fishing Guides In Montana

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Ruby River Walk-n-Wade

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1 - 2 People From $575
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Jefferson River Float

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16 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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River Fishing in Gallatin Gateway

Full Day Float (Multiple Rivers)

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $650
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River Fishing in Yellowstone River

Yellowstone River Full-Day Jet Boat

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $822
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River, Lake Fishing in Bozeman

Finest Fly-Fishing Guides - Bozeman

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15 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Gallatin River Walk-n-Wade

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1 - 2 People From $575

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River Fishing in Madison River

Madison River Float Trip

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $575
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Lake Fishing in Bozeman

Holter Lake Full-Day Jet Boat

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15 ft 1 - 2 People From $825
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River, Lake Fishing in Sheridan

Sheridan’s Finest Fly Fishing

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14 ft 1 - 4 People From $575
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River Fishing in Bozeman

Missouri River Full-Day Float

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16 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin

River Fishing in Twin Bridges

Overnight Trip (Peak Season)

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23 ft 1 - 2 People From $790
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River Fishing in Helena

Missouri River Full-Day Jet Boat

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $825
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Montana

Why should I book a rainbow trout fishing trip in Montana with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 38 rainbow trout trips in Montana, and the most popular trips in the area are Ruby River Walk-n-Wade guided by Nate, Yellowstone River Full-Day Jet Boat guided by Nate, and Holter Lake Full-Day Jet Boat guided by Nate.

Our guides in Montana are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5072 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are 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 rainbow trout guides / fishing lessons in Montana? Check out our beginner and family friendly rainbow trout guides in Montana.

What types of rainbow trout fishing trips are common in Montana?

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for rainbow trout in Montana as well as lake fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Montana are fly fishing, drift fishing, and wading but sight casting and topwater fishing are popular as well.

How much does a Montana rainbow trout fishing trip cost?

Prices for rainbow trout in Montana can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,800, but the average price for a half day trip for rainbow trout in Montana is $922. The average price for a full day trip for rainbow trout in Montana is $1,583.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for rainbow trout fishing in Montana?

The most popular season for rainbow trout fishing in Montana is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.

Do I need a Montana fishing license for rainbow trout and what are the bag limits for rainbow trout in Montana?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Nate - Thank you for putting together another awesome trip, this time down the Missouri River. Drew and Will were great guides and they worked their butts off to keep us in big fish all day. Given the high temps were in the upper 50’s and were constantly 18 - 22 mph; this did not slow these two guides down at all! They continually were changing patterns and depths. They continually rowed us across and back up stream to keep os on fish all day long. Thank you, Jim, Deborah, Tina and Terry

    James R. | June 22, 2025

    Trip: Missouri River Full-Day Float

  • ★★★★★
    Nate - We had a fabulous trip down the Madison River on Thursday. Ryan and Matt were phenomenal guides! Both worked extremely hard to put us on fish; changing patterns as needed and crossing the River to keep us in the seams. Thank you, Jim Deborah, Tina and Terry

    James R. | June 22, 2025

    Trip: Madison River Float

  • ★★★★★
    Our day with Nate’s guide Patrick was an awesome experience. Patrick is a true professional, keeps things simple for beginners and was a pleasure to get to know. The experience would have been great even without catching anything but his knowledge of the Madison resulted in several catches including brown and rainbow trout and several whitefish. Great experience!

    Weston K. | June 22, 2025

    Trip: Madison River Float

  • ★★★★★
    Matt was a terrific guide. Really enjoyed our conversations. I want to book with Matt again next June! Nate was great in that he communicated with me right away and provided information I needed for the trip. Overall a terrific experience. Would highly recommend to others

    Robin B. | September 18, 2024

    Trip: Hebgen Lake Full-Day Jet Boat

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great trip with Nate.

    Brian H. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Madison River Float Trip

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