Legendary Waters · The Mo
Missouri River Fly Fishing
One of Montana’s great tailwaters. Bigger, flatter and full of big trout.
The Mo
Montana’s other great tailwater
The Missouri is bigger and flatter than the Bighorn, and harder to read.
Water temperatures swing more, which can make late summer less reliable. But it also makes the July dry fly fishing absolutely unforgettable, and the October caddis can blow your mind. Like the Bighorn, it’s a consistent nymphing river that holds more than its fair share of big fish. A great choice for the intermediate to skilled angler.
Through the season
When to fish the Missouri
The Mo shines in early summer and fall. Ask Jeremy which weeks fit your trip best.
Spring
Midges, baetis and excellent nymphing for fat, hungry trout.
Early summer
The best dry fly fishing of the year: PMDs, caddis and tricos.
Late summer
Early mornings and tricos before the heat. Hoppers on the banks.
Fall
October caddis and big browns on the move.
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More legendary water
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Bighorn River
A giant spring creek below Yellowtail Dam. Clear water, gentle current and big, consistent nymph fishing.
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Yellowstone River
The longest free-flowing river in the lower 48. Caddis, salmonflies, hoppers and ugly streamers.
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Madison River
The hundred mile riffle. Big dry flies in summer and sculpins in the fall.
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