Yellowstone National Park Fishing Report

Yellowstone National Park Fishing Report

04/01/2024

Fishing in Yellowstone National Park is closed. The season will re-open on Memorial Day weekend of next year. Time to start tying flies for next season or exploring some new winter water. Give our shop a call or swing by our location in Big Sky for the latest happenings!

Firehole River:

Gibbon River:

Madison River: 

Gallatin River:

Dries: Chubby Chernnobyl #8-10 (gold, royal, purple), Parachute Adams #12-16 (para-wulff, sparkle, natural, and copper haze are variations we like to have in the box), Double Vision PMD #16-18, Sparkle Flag PMD #16-18, Hi-Vis Elk Hair Caddis #16-18, X Caddis #16-18 (tan, olive)

Nymphs: Pat's Rubberlegs #8-12(olive, tan, coffee), Nitro Caddis Pupa #14-16, Chewy Caddis #14-16, Perdigons(lite brite, green, pearl, black), Little Green Machine #14-18 (pheasant tail, green, gray), Lil Spanker #16-20 (purple, green, silver)

Park Fishing Licenses: Yellowstone National Park has implemented an online licensing service this year. You can buy a YNP license here. 

Looking for a Bozeman-based Montana fly fishing adventure? You’ve come to the right place! Our fly shop located one hour south of the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport and a great many of our guides live within minutes of the airport we are an easy choice. Check out our guided fly fishing trips or if you’re looking for a lodging and fishing package. Feel free to email us at [email protected] or drop us a line at 406-995-2290. Open 7 days a week! 

Our Fly Fishing Guide School has helped lots of anglers achieve their dream of being a fishing guide. With monthly schools throughout the spring, summer and fall, there is likely a week of fishing that will fit your schedule. 

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