YNP Fly Fishing Reports
YNP Report 6/26/2020
Current Conditions
Most people have been focusing their efforts on the Firehole River and Madison in the park. PMDs have been coming off in good numbers there during the day. And caddis have been hatching in the evening.
Most of the lakes are fishing well. Leeches and chironomids should be working pretty much everywhere. Look for calibaetis mayflies to be hatching on the lower elevation lakes.
The small streams are fishing well with attractor dry-flies. If you can't get them to come up, drop a beadhead nymph below your dry fly.
The northeast corner is still high and dirty. Slough Creek should be shaping up within the next week or two.
As always when in the Park, bring your bear spray and be respectful of the thermal features and the "no tread" zones. Read your regulations and know what's up.
The Park is closed to fishing for the season. Get out there next year!
Remember to pinch barbs and no lead in Yellowstone National Park.
Recommended Guided Trips
Full-Day Guided Trip
Full Day guided fly-fishing trips are our standard offering and offer the best opportunity to truly get out and experience the fly-fishing opportunities around Bozeman that attract anglers from around the world
- Typical Full Day Trips Are 6-8 Hours in Duration
- 1-2 Anglers Maximum Per Guide/Boat
- Full Day Trips Are Generally Float Trips
- Full Day Trips Available on Yellowstone, Madison, Gallatin, and Jefferson rivers
- Drive Time Is Typically 30-60 Minutes Each Way
- Fishing Licenses and Gratuities Are Not Included
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.
Fishing Licenses and Shuttle Info
Make sure to read the Yellowstone Park Fishing Regulations before you fish.
