Atlas Outfitting will take you on an unforgettable river fishing trip out of Bozeman, MT. This charter capitalizes on being mobile. Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join.
"We had an outstanding experience with Atlas Outfitting from start to finish." — Justin,
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE FOR ANY DAYS AS THERES A GOOD CHANCE A GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU! Fishtales Outfitting is located between Bozeman and Missoula, Montana, an area known to fly fishermen worldwide as the 'Trout Mecca'.
"Chris Phillips was our guide and he was the coolest dude. Not only was he sociable, he went out of hus way to help us with techinique as well as understanding everything from the knots he ties to the bugs lifecycle that we were mimicking." — Nick,
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE FOR ANY DAYS AS THERES A GOOD CHANCE A GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU! Based out of Sheridan. Fishtales Outfitting is your ticket to a memorable time on the Ruby River. The Ruby River is primarily a wade fishing destination. Capt.
Fishtales Outfitting is Southwest Montana's premier fly fishing outfitter and guide service with over 20 years of experience. Enjoy a relaxing fun day on the Jefferson River with one of our expert guides.
Wild Ace Outfitters runs fishing trips out of Ennis and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about! Your guide Austin will do his best to ensure you have a fun day full of fishing.
"Austin is a fantastic guide. We were new to fly fishing and he really helped us out." — Shane, Colorado
Welcome to River Knight Outfitters! The Madison River is a fishing gem in southwestern Montana, a hidden treasure worth discovering! With Sphynx Mountain always at sight, the river cuts through the Madison, Gravely, and Tobacco Root Mountain Ranges, event
"Just got done with a father-son first-time fly fishing day trip… could not ask for a better time!" — Timothy,
The Madison River in Montana stands as one of North America's premier wild trout fisheries, renowned for its consistent action and trophy-sized rainbow and brown trout. Flowing from Yellowstone National Park through dramatic landscapes—from broad valleys to the rugged Bear Trap Canyon—this blue-ribbon water offers year-round opportunities. Its dam-regulated flows ensure optimal conditions from April through November, making it a reliable destination for anglers seeking high fish counts and memorable battles.
Fly fishing dominates the Madison experience, with prolific hatches of caddis, mayflies, salmonflies, and stoneflies drawing trout to the surface. Spin fishing and drift boat excursions also thrive, particularly in the famed 60-mile riffle between Quake Lake and Ennis. Here, boulder-strewn pockets and deep runs harbor hefty trout, while the Lower Madison's warmer currents support explosive insect activity and subsurface feeding on crayfish patterns.
Whether wading the park-bound upper sections or floating the productive stretches near Ennis, the river's diverse habitats—willow-lined banks, glacial boulders, and oxygen-rich rapids—create ideal trout habitat. Anglers regularly encounter cutthroat trout, whitefish, and grayling alongside the river's legendary rainbows and browns, all set against Montana's iconic mountain vistas.
