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River Fishing Trip in Big Sky

Half Day Walk And Wade

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1 - 3 People From $142 / person

River Fishing Trip in Gallatin Gateway

Gallatin River Walk-n-Wade In Yellowstone

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1 - 2 People From $250 / person

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Bozeman

Madison River Float Fishing

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $115 / person

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Welcome to Montana! We offer guided fly fishing and spin fishing trips on either the river or lake. This is the best way to experience Montana by floating down the river, enjoying the most breathtaking scenery, and working on your skills as an angler. We are centrally located in Ennis, Montana and provide services to nearby Big Sky, Bozeman, West Yellowstone, Three forks, and Virginia City. We operate out of drift boats and rafts and will teach you how to catch fish. Our trips are focused on targeting wild trout. Each trip includes everything needed for fishing (other than a MT fishing license that can be purchased online at ols.fwp.mt.gov). Rods, tackle, water, shore lunch, and transportation to and from meeting location. We recommend bringing a jacket and or rain coat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Weather can be variable all year, but most trips in the summer are shorts and sandals and beach wear. Our main focus on all trips is to have fun and catch fish. We want to make your vacation memorable and fun and will go the extra mile to make sure your day fishing with us is up to expectation. Trip options: 8 Hour full day fly fishing or spin fishing 4 Hour half day fly fishing or spin fishing 1.5 hour scenic float. Evening scenic floats are also available from 6-9 pm Read More

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Bozeman

Madison River Float Fishing

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $115 / person

Wade your way into the water with one of our guides and get ready for an action-packed day of Yellowstone Park fishing from one of the best guides around! On this fly-fishing trip you'll be wading into the Gallatin River from the grounds within Yellowstone National Park to target some Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. Open to fishing from Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through October 31st, the Gallatin River is a cold, high-elevation, freestone river with grassy meadows, thick willow banks, pocket water, healthy trout, and little to no crowds. This section won't have as many fish per mile as other rivers closer to Bozeman, but it makes up for this with fish size, incredible scenery, and low fishing traffic. Bears and moose have been spotted around here, so be sure to bring some bear spray! On these full-day excursions, your guide(s) will wade you into the river from one of the Yellowstone Park access points. From here, your guides will give you some expert fly-fishing tips and let you try your luck. 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 they will provide at an additional cost. You will also need to purchase a Yellowstone National Park fishing license (no state license is required) and pay a $20 entrance fee to enter the park. 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 wade fishing 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 wade fishing trip on this listing, and they will get in contact with you about the details!** Read More

River Fishing Trip in Gallatin Gateway

Gallatin River Walk-n-Wade In Yellowstone

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1 - 2 People From $250 / person

Wade your way into the water with Ennion for a memorable day of Big Sky fly fishing! Big Sky is well known for its hundreds of miles of Trout-filled waterways, which is why fly fishers are always flocking to this scenic hotspot. On this half or full-day trip, Ennion will wade you into one of these productive rivers such as the Madison, Yellowstone, Beaverhead, Bighole or Missouri where you'll be targeting Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout. From here he'll give you some of his expert fly-fishing tips and let you try your luck. These rivers are great for throwing your first fly casts or honing in your skills on a relaxing day of river fishing. Whether you're new to fly fishing or not, Ennion will give you some helpful pointers to help get some fish on your line! Ennion will provide all rods, reels, flies, transportation to and from the river, snacks and non alcoholic beverages. Let him 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. Come enjoy the beautiful mountain waters with Ennion! Read More

River Fishing Trip in Big Sky

Half Day Walk And Wade

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1 - 3 People From $142 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Guide in Gallatin River

What are the best fishing trips in Gallatin River?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 trips in Gallatin River, and the most popular trips in the area are Half Day Walk and Wade guided by Ennion, Gallatin River Walk-n-Wade in Yellowstone guided by Nate, and Madison River Float Fishing guided by Dylan.

Our guides in Gallatin River 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.

The most popular cities to book a charter in are Madison River, Bozeman and Gallatin Gateway.

Looking for kid friendly guides in Gallatin River? Check out our beginner and family friendly guides in Gallatin River.

What types of fishing trips are common in Gallatin River?

River fishing is the most popular in Gallatin River as well as lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Gallatin River are: 1. brown trout, 2. rainbow trout, 3. cutthroat trout, and 4. carp.

The most common fishing techniques in Gallatin River are fly fishing, wading, and artificial lure fishing but drift fishing and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much does a Gallatin River fishing trip cost?

in Gallatin River prices can range anywhere from an affordable $230 to $747, but the average price for a half day trip in Gallatin River is $401. The average price for a full day trip in Gallatin River is $633.

What month is best for fishing in Gallatin River?

The most popular season for fishing in Gallatin River is summer, and most anglers book their trips 2 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was great, from beginning to end. Ian was very helpful on the phone booking the trip, especially since we only booked it the night before. Nate and his team were helpful, and Matt was particularly generous with his time. His enthusiasm for his job and for our trip were contagious. We had a beautiful day on the water and had some success with the fishing, but the trip would have been great even if they weren’t biting that day.

    Danny O. with Nate S. of Gallatin Gateway, Montana

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