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MISSOULA FLY FISHING RIVERS
Montana's rivers are legendary in the fly fishing world, with waters that have inspired anglers and writers alike. From the Blackfoot River, immortalized by Norman McLean in A River Runs Through It, to the storied Bitterroot and the renowned dry fly fishing of the Clark Fork River, these rivers offer world-class opportunities for every angler. Dive into each river’s unique charm and start planning your Missoula fly fishing adventure today.
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The Grizzly Hackle Fly Shop was born on the banks of Rock Creek during the summer of 1988. Over the past 35+ years, Grizzly Hackle has turned into western Montana's premier fly shop, Missoula fly fishing guide service, and online fly shop. Anglers come into our fly shop as customers, but they always leave as friends who look forward to coming back. Let us help outfit your next Missoula fly fishing experience!
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7 Reasons Why You Should Go Fall Fly Fishing in Montana
From September through November, Missoula becomes the ultimate basecamp for world-class angling. Whether you are rowing through brilliant yellow cottonwood river bottoms, casting to technical dry-fly risers, or chucking heavy streamers for aggressive pre-spawn browns, fall fishing delivers a level of action and atmosphere that summer simply can't match.
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What's in our Fly Boxes for Late Summer Fly Fishing in Montana
Late summer fly fishing in Montana is synonymous with long days, low water, and dry-fly–sipping trout. The “dog days” of summer in Montana (late July through September) are a unique time to fly fish, requiring the right flies and tackle to find success.
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Beat The Heat: Warmwater Fly Fishing For Bass, Pike, and More
If you're looking for an excuse to shake up your routine, the dog days of summer is the absolute best time to pivot to warmwater fly fishing. Trading in your delicate trout tippets for an 8-weight (or bigger) is the ultimate mid-summer palette cleanser. Bass, pike, and carp don't just tolerate the high sun and warm water, they thrive in it.
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Hoot Owl Restrictions in Montana: Where To Go Fly Fishing
As summer has reached its peak, trout fishing on local streams can become more challenging with hoot owl restrictions across Montana’s legendary fly fishing rivers. These restrictions, which prohibit fishing from 2pm to midnight, are designed to protect our beloved trout during the warmest part of the day. But fear not! There are still plenty of ways to enjoy fishing this summer if you adjust your approach.
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