18 Places For Fly Fishing In Montana

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Rick Marcum

Fly fishing in Montana tops many a fly fisher's bucket list. And we can’t blame them. We are lucky enough to live in a state that boasts the best trout fishing in the United States and one could argue the Planet. From the mighty Clark Fork River, Blackfoot River, Bitterroot River, and other Missoula area rivers to the Yellowstone and Gallatin, we’ve gathered our 18 places for fly fishing in Montana. These are by no means in order of importance,...

Stay & Fish: Guided Fly Fishing & Lodging Packages

Posted on January 11, 2024 by Hackle

We pride ourselves on offering the ultimate Missoula guided fly fishing package featuring our experienced guide staff to luxurious Missoula vacation rentals in the heart of downtown. Our "Stay & Fish" packages are without a doubt the best way to experience fly fishing in Missoula. If there is one thing we have in common at our Missoula fly shop, it’s that we’re all proud of where we live. From the world-class fly fishing and access to the outdoors to our...

5 Rivers for Fly Fishing Near Missoula

Posted on April 27, 2023 by Aidan Morton

Simply said, the most unique thing about fly fishing near Missoula is the abundance of easily accessible water. From our Montana fly shop in the heart of downtown Missoula, you are a stone’s throw away from Clark Fork River fly fishing, the lifeblood of our town. Travel 30 minutes upstream and you will crossover the mighty Blackfoot River before arriving at the mouth of the ever-so-charming Rock Creek. Or head south out of Missoula for fly fishing the Bitterroot River...

blackfoot river near Ovando with fall colors in the trees and mountains in background

Top 5 Montana Fly Fishing Vacation Planning Tips

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Rick Marcum

Gear up and get ready for a Montana fly fishing vacation! Have you been itching to fly fish in Montana this summer, but just don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Planning a Montana fly fishing trip is exciting yet intimidating. That's why the expert guides at our Montana fly shop have prepared a list of the top Montana fly fishing vacation tips for you and your group! 1. Research the weather This may seem...

Missouri River Fish Camp

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Rick Marcum

Welcome to the new Missouri River Fish Camp (MRFC). The Grizzly Hackle Fly Shop is excited to offer a Guided Fly Fishing Trip option in the constant pursuit of wild, Montana trout at our new Missouri River Fish Camp. Nestled between the small towns of Craig and Cascade, adjacent to the famous Missouri River, sits a newly built log cabin and bunkhouse owned and operated by guide Andy Roy. Andy has been guiding part-time for the Grizzly Hackle for nearly…

The Ultimate Fly Fishing Road Trip In Montana

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Aidan Morton

Set your sights on the open road during an exciting fly fishing road trip in Montana! Our experienced staff and guides have cut their teeth on rivers and streams across Montana and are here to help you take in the best of Montana fly fishing. As you make your way through the Big Sky State, keep your fly rod and access maps handy. We have a lot of water and it’s teeming with various trout species. Anglers flock to the...

Brown Trout in Montana: Chasing the One

Posted on March 31, 2022 by Aidan Morton

A good friend told me once that, as anglers, we are constantly chasing the “one fish” that makes us look back on the year and smile. For many of us that enjoy fly fishing in Montana, it’s landing that elusive, two-foot brown trout. Brown trout are one of the top predators in our river systems that can be fooled on a number of tactics, but honing in on several characteristics will increase your chances of landing that record-breaking fish. An…

Montana Fishing On A Budget

Posted on August 16, 2021 by Rick Marcum

Montana fishing is a bucket-list trip for many anglers, but as we all know, fishing trips can start to add up if you’re not careful. If you want the fishing trip of a lifetime at a price that won’t cost a lifetime of work to pay for, we’ve put together the best trip itinerary for fishing Montana on a budget below! Where To Go Montana is full of amazing rivers and streams that house world-class trout. You’ll have an amazing…

Best Trout Fishing in Montana: Missoula, MT

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Rick Marcum

Looking for the best trout fishing in Montana? Missoula, MT sits at the convergence of 3 of Montana’s famous trout rivers and that’s why we call it the Trout Mecca! The Clark Fork River flows right through town and heads west to Idaho. It drains Montana, west of the divide, and is home to some of the best trout fishing in Montana — featuring hard fighting, dry fly eating rainbows, cut bows, and Westslope Cutthroat. Just east of town the…

A Missoula Guided Fly Fishing Trip – FAQs

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Rick Marcum

A Missoula Guided Fly Fishing Trip Frequently Asked Questions What rivers do you guide? Grizzly Hackle guides on the Clarkfork, Blackfoot, Bitterroot, and Missouri Rivers. We also guide on a few tributaries on our wade fishing trips. For more information on our Missoula guided fly fishing trips, check out our guided trips page. What is Missoula like? Missoula is a town of just over 70,000 people. In Montana, that’s a big city! Although, Missoula has a good size population…

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