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Top 5 Trico Dry Fly Patterns

What's in our Fly Boxes for Late Summer Fly Fishing in Montana

Tips For Fishing Hoppers & Our Top 5 Hopper Fly Patterns

To most, the dry, pale shade of yellow that overcomes our lawns, fields, and hillsides is a sign that the dog days of summer are upon us. To fly fishermen, however, late summer in Montana is synonymous with low water and big hopper fly patterns.

Hidden Gems: Fly Fishing Montana's Small Streams & Creeks

Looking for the best small stream fly fishing near Missoula, Montana? Discover 5 hidden gem creeks with wild trout, cooler water temperatures, and excellent terrestrial fishing during late summer.

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.

Top 5 Must-Have Flies For Summer Fly Fishing

One of our favorite things about peak summer is the huge variety of different places to go fly fishing in Montana. From the local go-to’s like the Bitterroot River, Blackfoot River, Clark Fork River, and Rock Creek to the tiny tributary streams that drain numerous valleys out of the neighboring mountains — the options are endless and there is no better way to explore these places than with a fly rod in hand.