Bighorn River Fly Fishing Reports
Bighorn Fishing Report 6/3/2021
Current Conditions
The Bighorn is nymphing well. This method of fishing has been the best option recently. Baetis nymphs, sowbugs, and zebra midges should produce fish in the slow-moving deep water. Streamer fishing won't be ideal with the sun being so intense, but if you do try it something white and/or flashy would be the best option. Try ripping streamers again when we see some overcast conditions for some success and likely some bigger fish. Fishing will be best in the morning before it's too hot and in the evening they might start hitting some BWO dries or some midges on the surface.
Fins & Feathers is a full-service Bozeman fly shop and Montana fly fishing outfitter.
The Bighorn has been fishing well this last week. Nymphing has been the best method to catch fish but a few fish have been tricked with midge dries and streamers. Nymphing with sowbugs/scuds and midges have been the most effective. The dry fly action has potential but just needs some relatively calm conditions for fish to start looking up. Streamer fishing has been effective dredging the bottom of big deep holes with darker flies and a sink tip.
Flows
1990 CFS
On 2023-05-23
Streamflow
Recommended Guided Trips
Half-Day Guided Trip
Looking for a quick introduction to fly fishing or only have a few hours to get out on the water with one of our fly fishing guides? A half-day float on the lower Madison is likely to be the perfect choice.
- Half-Day Trips Are 3-4 Hours in Duration
- 1-2 Anglers Maximum Per Guide/Boat
- Half-Day Float Trips On The Lower Madison River Only
- Ideal For Families With Small Children (6+ Years Old)
- Fishing Licenses and Gratuities Are Not Included
- Tackle and Drinks are Include
- Waders and Boots are available for rent ($25 per person) or purchase - we recommend bringing your own or pack light rain pants if the forecast calls for rain as we rarely need waders during the guide season.
Montana Fly Fishing Packages
Fins & Feathers of Bozeman’s Montana fly fishing packages offer convenience and value by bundling our guided services together with lodging options in Bozeman. Check out the example pricing - based on double occupancy in the rooms and with one of our Bozeman fly fishing guides. Email us or fill out our contact form to make a reservation and confirm availability.
Please note that availability is extremely limited during the summer, we strongly encourage you to make reservations sooner, rather than later. Our deposit policy is the "friendliest in the industry" in that we don't require payment ($1.00) at booking and all reservations can be cancelled - with no penalty up to 10 days prior to your scheduled arrival date.
These rates are guaranteed until June 1, 2022 and are likely to increase as availability decreases in both rooms and our guides fly fishing services
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Fins & Feathers is a full-service Bozeman fly shop and Montana fly fishing outfitter.
