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BOOK YOUR MONTANA FLY FISHING TRIP WITH ONE OF OUR EXPERT GUIDES

Yellow Dog Flyfishing Recommended Guide

 

Montana boasts some of the best fly fishing in the world and it’s our mission to give you the best experience possible. Montana Fly Fishing Guides offers the best variety of water in the Bozeman, Livingston and Helena areas of Montana including the Yellowstone River, Madison River, Missouri River, DePuy Spring Creek, Armstrong Spring Creek, Lamar River, Soda Butte Creek, Boulder River, Stillwater River and many more…


Great for all anglers, including beginners and advanced anglers.


Book your next Montana fly fishing adventure with confidence! We have been a licensed Montana guide and outfitter for over 25 years. We are a “Recommended Guide” with Yellow Dog Flyfishing and have great reviews from our guests, which you can see below…

First Class Operation

MFG is a first-class operation. I have used them for 12 years now and have never been disappointed. Eric and team take the time to understand what you want out of a guided trip and then deliver. Can’t recommend them enough.
– Reviewed May, 2025

Missouri River Craig Montana

Unmatched!

My son and I have fished with Montana Fly Fishing Guides for many years and the quality of the experienced is unmatched–that is why we keep coming back! Eric’s knowledge of the rivers is based on his many years of fishing these waters and his focus on the behavior of fish. He is a student of trout!

– Reviewed August, 2025

Yellowstone River Livingston Montana

Best Decision my Wife and I Made

Friendly, respectful, knowledgeable, helpful and inviting are just a few words I am using to describe our experience with them.
Simply put, you can’t go wrong using their service. Great people, fantastic service, marvelous experience.

– Reviewed September, 2025

Livingston Montana

Definitely Using These Guys Again!

My son is at school at MSU, we will definitely be using these guys again anytime I visit Bozeman. Highly recommended for Anglers of any level.
– Reviewed October, 2025

Bozeman Montana

All around excellent experience!

Drew was an awesome guide that put us on plenty of fish and did a great job teaching my son the basics of fly fishing!

– Reviewed October, 2025

Livingston Montana

A Great Experience with MFG

We had a great experience with MFG. Eric was so easy to communicate with and so well organized. Each member of our group had nothing but great things to say about the guides they were paired with. Couldn’t recommend MFG more. Will definitely use again.

– Reviewed November, 2022

Always a Pleasure

I have been fishing with Eric Adams and Zack Pleshar at Montana Fly Fishing Guides for nearly 15 years and have never experienced anything but the most professional, thoughtful and respectful guiding services! Always a pleasure!

– Reviewed July, 2022

Highlight of our Trip!

This was the highlight of our trip!!!!! My mother and I went to Livingston for a mother-daughter trip. Among other things we wanted to go fly fishing. Neither of us had any experience, but had watched my grandfather enjoy it over his lifetime. We wanted to connect with him, nature and learn the skill and art. Will, our guide, has his work cut out for him. He didn’t treat us like a bunch of “silly tourists.” He truly taught us the basics, we caught multiple fish, and we had the most fun, beautiful trip down the river. I know these guys will provide serious anglers a phenomenal trip, but I will be forever grateful that they were able to create an exceptional experience for two novices. It was worth every penny….it was priceless!

– Reviewed September, 2022

Wonderful, memorable experience...

Wonderful, memorable experience with the guides from MFG. Fly fishing package at Yellowstone Valley Lodge was the perfect trip. Guides are very knowledgeable, funny and prepared to help you make it a great day of fishing and appreciating Montana’s natural beauty. Will certainly be back to utilize their services to make the most of my next visit!

– Reviewed August, 2022

MFG is for You

I have been fishing with MFGs for over a decade and would not think about using another outfitter. They are customer driven and work hard to provide you the best fishing, experience possible. Any guide can tie a fly on your line, but if you want a guide that will work hard to get you on the fish and provide you with a memorable experience, MFGs is for you.

– Reviewed July, 2021

Novice fisher-woman

As a novice fisher-woman, I did quite a bit of research on which guide to use during our time in Montana. We needed someone patient and who could give us the best bang for our buck for a half-day adventure & Montana Fly Fishing Guides did just that. Eric, the owner, was incredibly kind and flexible working with us when the weather didn’t cooperate for our initial schedule. He connected us with our guide, Andy, and we had a fantastic time on the beautiful Yellowstone River, catching a variety of trout and white fish. If you book with this group, you will not be disappointed!

– Reviewed July, 2020

“Made the Day Easy & Enjoyable”

I would call myself a beginner who has only been fly fishing for about a year and this was an awesome experience. Jesse made the day easy and enjoyable and we were able to learn a lot of new tips from him. Eric was also awesome to work with booking the day. Definitely going to recommend these guys to anyone traveling to Montana.

– Reviewed September, 2018

“You should fish with MFG!”

MFG and Josh are a class act! I am a novice fly fisherman and my wife had never fly fished. Josh took the time to teach us the basics and was excellent at teaching. Josh worked hard at keeping us on fish and we were getting bit all day! I cannot say enough good things about our experience today. If you are in Montana you should fish with MFG.

– Reviewed September, 2018

“Definitely Going Again!”

We had an exceptional time on our first float trip! Eric hooked us up with Matt and he was not only knowledgeable he made sure we had a good time. We will definitely be going again.

– Reviewed August, 2018

“Patient and Informative”

We were fortunate to be able to book two days of guided fly fishing with Montana Fly Fishing Guides on fairly short notice. We didn’t catch all that many fish, but Lance worked with us on improving our technique (we’ve both been fly fishing for less than a year) and was both patient and informative. Already thinking about when we can head back to Montana and fish again!

– Reviewed August, 2018

“What a Great Trip”

Had the opportunity to fish the Yellowstone River with Will Lassiter on September 8, 2017 and what a great trip. I am just two years into fly fishing and Will [MFG Guide] help me with my fishing and put me onto plenty of fish, a lot in the boat and a lot if hits. Thanks Eric and Will.

– Reviewed September, 2017

“Don't Hesitate to Book, Well Worth It”

My group of 6 spent 3 days fishing with Eric and a few of his guides. This was my first time with a guide and it was a great experience. Zack consistently put us on fish. He watched our techniques and gave us advice throughout the day which helped us land even more fish. Don’t hesitate to book these guys. Well worth it.

– Reviewed June, 2016

“Great Experience, Plan To Go Again!”

Great experience. Jeff was a great guide. Goal accomplished – caught some fish and had a great time. Weather got pretty chilly, but Jeff was prepared with all sorts of gear. Would certainly recommend to anyone and plan to go again with MFG.

– Reviewed March, 2018

“Great Time on the Yellowstone!”

We had a great time on the Yellowstone with Eric. As a beginner he was great to me. He gave me some instruction before getting in the boat and was very helpful along the way. We had an excellent time catching fish. I would do it again! Thanks, Eric.

– Reviewed September, 2017

“Best service anywhere”

Eric Adams and his Montana Fly Fishing Guides is the best fly fishing guide service we have ever used. The Yellowstone, Boulder Creek, lots of private waters too. The guides are knowledgeable of the area and are on top of what is hatching and where to go. If you are planning on fishing in Paradise Valley these are the guides.

– Reviewed November, 2015

“Fly Fishing Fun!”

For the past 2 years we’ve spent part of our wedding anniversary fly fishing using Montana Fly
Fishing Guides and each time they’ve over delivered! Our guides have been excellent instructors, knowledgeable, professional and just overall fun, good folks. We plan to book with them again!

– Reviewed on November 16, 2015

"Fantastic day on the water!"

The great thing about Montana Fly Fishing Guides is that they can take a novice fisherman or a seasoned pro and show them the best day they can imagine. [They are] excellent instructors and I always walk away from the trip a better fisherman.

– Reviewed on November 15, 2015

"Yellowstone / Paradise Valley Fly Fishing"

From guiding the technically challenging Armstrong to helping my 8 year old son catch his first Rainbow on the fly or floating any stretch of water in Montana. Montana Fly Guides is always my choice. We are already booking for next years trip.

– Reviewed on November 16, 2015

“Best fly fishing experience ever!”

Eric Adams and his Montana Fly Fishing Guides offer exceptional world class fly fishing guiding. The personal attention is unparalleled. You will leave with memories and a thirst for more time on the water!

– Reviewed on November 15, 2015

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MONTANA FLY FISHING TRIPS

Montana Fly Fishing Guides offers expert guided fly fishing trips for anglers throughout Montana on both famous and lesser known blue ribbon trout streams. We offer a wide range of trips from casting classes, instructional guide trips, day trips, multi-day trips, our exclusive Montana Sampler and even all-inclusive fly fishing packages.

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FLY FISHING PACKAGES

Lodging is one of the most important and difficult aspects to coordinate on your Montana fly fishing trip.

Let us make it simple for you. We’ve spent years working with a wide range of accommodations from small rental cabins all the way to all-inclusive lodges.

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The Best Expert Guides

We’ve handpicked our guide staff over the past 15 years.

You won’t find any rookies or part-time’ers on our core staff. Our Montana Fly Fishing Guides’ staff have all spent years on our local blue ribbon trout streams – they are professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and above all eager to teach others.

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Montana Fly Fishing Guides

Give us 3 minutes and watch our Montana fly fishing video above and we’ll give you the best Montana fly fishing experience possible. The area around Livingston, Montana is considered to be a Mecca of fly fishing by anglers the world over. We are located just north of Yellowstone National Park near many famous rivers in Paradise Valley. Nearly a dozen world-class Montana fly fisheries are within a few miles drive and we guide them all.

THE MONTANA RIVERS WE GUIDE

Montana Fly Fishing Guides

Montana Fly Fishing Guides offers professionally guided fly fishing trips for anglers throughout Montana. Our guide staff are seasoned veterans on Montana’s blue ribbon trout streams – they are friendly, knowledgeable, and above all eager to teach others. We operate Montana fly fishing trips on a number of Montana rivers, streams and lakes including: the Yellowstone River, Boulder River, Stillwater River, Madison River, Missouri River, East Gallatin River, Armstrong spring creek, DePuy spring creek, Milesnick spring creek, Nelson spring creek, and trophy lakes. We also offer trips in Yellowstone National Park on Slough Creek, Soda Butte, Lamar River, Fire Hole and many others. Novice anglers to the most experienced will enjoy exploring the abundant fly fishing opportunities in our part of Montana.

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CUSTOM MONTANA FLY FISHING ADVENTURES

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We are a full service Montana fly fishing outfitter and are happy to arrange not only your fishing activities but also happy to help you arrange everything from lodging, to dining recommendations and even other activities.

Make sure to ask about our Montana Sampler – fish a different river every day, plus you’ll get access to private waters and special permitted rivers

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BOULDER RIVER

We describe our Boulder River fly fishing trips as half fishing half raft trip – in other words exciting fly fishing.

While your guide expertly rows the raft through class I, II & III rapids you’ll be hitting the pocket water in this fast paced fly fishing adventure. The Boulder River is a Blue Ribbon trout stream with quality rainbow and brown trout. This may be one of the best dry fly small streams in all of Montana. It has unusual purity giving it a unique clarity and beauty. Fly fishing the Boulder River depends on water levels and is typically floatable between late July and early August.

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GALLATIN RIVER

The Gallatin River, near Bozeman Montana is small in size, which to many means little fish, but not so on this hidden gem.

This is a classic small Montana stream with shallow riffles leading to long runs and deep pools with undercut banks. Typically this is a hunting ground for large brown and rainbow trout using streamers and large crawfish patterns. We typically float the Gallatin River in a raft or drift boat due to the many braids and channels – it’s a long day of fishing, but it can be very rewarding for those anglers looking for that 20+ inch trout.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE GALLATIN RIVER

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MADISON RIVER

Want a famed Madison River fishing trip?

The Madison River originates in Yellowstone National Park and flows nearly 150 miles before joining the headwaters of the Missouri river. The Madison river fishing is divided into the upper stretch and lower stretch each of which seems to be completely different waters. Both the Upper Madison and Lower Madison are some of Montana’s premier wild trout rivers and it has been classified as a “Blue Ribbon” trout stream. Every foot of the river is capable of producing rainbow and brown trout eager to rise to a dry fly, grab a drifting nymph or a swinging streamer.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE MADISON RIVER

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MISSOURI RIVER

Missouri River Fly Fishing

Join Us for a Missouri River Fishing Trip

A Missouri River fishing trip is a truly unbelievable home for trout below Holter Lake through the town of Craig and downstream to Cascade, Montana. It boasted the highest trout population in the state of Montana in 2012 with over 8,000 fish per mile and 20′′ fish are common. Obviously, chances of having a good day while Missouri River fishing are high. Not only are the fish numerous, but like most tailwaters the Missouri river is abundant in aquatic bug life, making for exceptional sight and dry fly fishing. We offer this trip only during the best fishing time of the year which is from April until early July and then again in late September into November.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE MISSOURI RIVER

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SMITH RIVER

Smith River fly fishing trips can be summed up in almost one word – secluded.

Our Smith River fly fishing trips take place on the upper section of the Smith River, between its origin and above the Smith River Fly Fishing Access Site, flows through gently rolling prairie, flanked by the tall peaks of the Big Belt Mountains and Little Belt Mountains. It is beautiful country, with sweeping wide­ open vistas and incredible views. Other than the small town of White Sulphur Springs, the area is also very remote. Agricultural fields surround the river in this section, with extensive brush along its bank. A number of pools are also found on this stretch. Generally, the Smith River flows at a slow to moderate pace in this section, depending on water levels.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE SMITH RIVER

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SPRING CREEKS

The Paradise Valley Spring Creeks of Armstrong, DePuy and Nelson should be on every angler’s wish list.

These world famous creeks are a sight fishing wonderland – with consistent hatches of midges, baetis, Pale Morning Duns, and Sulphur’s anglers can test their skills against wary trout. Dry fly fishing, sight-nymphing and reach casts on 6X are useful tools to have in your angling arsenal, but don’t worry if you need a little more practice our guides will teach you these techniques and make you a better angler after just one day! Please make sure to plan ahead as these private locations have limited availability and in prime season reservations can book up to a year in advance.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE SPRING CREEKS

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STILLWATER RIVER

Don’t let the name fool you, our Stillwater River fishing trips take place on a wild and fast flowing river.

The beautiful Stillwater River begins in the Absaroka ­Beartooth Wilderness and flows north toward the town of Columbus, Montana where fishing access sites are good. Typically fishing this stream starts by mid July and August via rafts, but good wade fishing can also be had in the early spring with very good mayfly hatches starting around early March. This is definitely a dry fly fishing river and fishing this pocket water stream with a big hopper or stonefly pattern can be awesome.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE STILLWATER RIVER

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TROPHY LAKES

If you’re looking for trophy lake fly fishing trips then you need to check out a couple of the private trophy waters in the Livingston area.

They offer outstanding stillwater fly fishing for rainbows, browns and cutthroat trout. Fly fishing on these trophy lakes is more intense than most anglers realize. Stalking large trout and sight casting to gulpers can give even the most experienced angler the casting jitters. These trophy lakes have prolific hatches of damselflies, Callibaetis mayflies, midges and terrestrials. These lakes are also the ideal starting point for both beginner anglers and those younger anglers looking to bend the rod for the first time.

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YELLOWSTONE RIVER

This is a classic western river and should be on every angler’s life list

Our Yellowstone River fishing trips include guiding on over 120 miles of blue ribbon trout water starting at Yellowstone National Park. The Yellowstone River is our home water and one of the great fly fishing trout streams of the world. It is the longest undammed river in the lower 48 states, and there is excellent trout water from its tributaries high inside Yellowstone Park, downstream through Gardiner, the Paradise Valley, Livingston, and on to well below Big Timber – a stretch of nearly 150 river miles. We float many different stretches of the prime water between Gardiner and Big Timber, depending on the Yellowstone River fly fishing conditions and water levels.

BEST TIME TO FISH THE YELLOWSTONE RIVER

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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Fly Fishing in Yellowstone National Park

Our Nation’s first National Park offers some of the most famous fly fishing waters in the country. Slough Creek, Soda Butte Creek, Lamar River, Yellowstone River and many other small streams are all within driving distance of Livingston, Montana. Our Yellowstone Park fly fishing guides have detailed knowledge of the waters in Yellowstone National Park and have spent decades learning these waters. They are pleased to show you some secrets to catching more trout in this amazing environment.

BEST TIME TO FISH YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

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