fishing

Yellowstone River Fishing Report 5.19.25

May-20-25 by Angela Montana

Runoff’s in full swing on the Yellowstone, but if you time it right, there’s solid action to be had…

Breaking the Dam Barrier in a Fishing Boat

May-20-25 by Angela Montana

Sometimes, to find the fish, you have to outsmart the beaver…

Fishing Local

May-20-25 by Angela Montana

Why chase distant waters when the best fishing lessons—and fish—might be five minutes from home? Read more from Montana Grant here…

FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.19.25

May-19-25 by Angela Montana

Rainbows are hot, walleye are spotty, and trolling’s the ticket across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter—just watch the weather and match the hatch with spinners, crawlers, or buggers….

East Gallatin River Fishing Report 5.16.25

May-19-25 by Angela Montana

The East Gallatin is moody with runoff, but afternoon nymphing and sneaky spring creek tactics can still put you on fish—if you know where to look…

Blackfoot River Fishing Report 5.18.25

May-18-25 by Angela Montana

Blackfoot River Fishing Report by Grizzly Hackle Fly Shop: Our Blackfoot River fishing report comes to you straight from the […]

I Can’t Catch 55

May-18-25 by Angela Montana

Think you can catch 100 trout in a day? Try hitting 55 first—turns out, it’s harder than you think. Read more from Montana Grant here…

Reel Innovation with Gadgets that Make Fishing Smarter

May-16-25 by Angela Montana

Think you’ve got all the fishing gear you need? Think again — the future of angling is way cooler than you might think…

Upper Missouri Paddlefish Update III, May 14, 2025

May-14-25 by Angela Montana

Paddlefish are on the move as Missouri River flows rise—find out where to expect more action and snagging activity heading into Memorial Weekend…

Gallatin River Fishing Report 5.13.25

May-13-25 by Angela Montana

It might not be pretty out there on the Gallatin, but the fish are still biting if you know what to toss…

Not All Record Fish Make the Record Books

May-13-25 by Angela Montana

It’s one of the biggest bass ever caught in Oregon—but the record books won’t touch it.

I Can’t Catch 55

May-18-25 by Angela Montana

Think you can catch 100 trout in a day? Try hitting 55 first—turns out, it’s harder than you think. Read more from Montana Grant here…

Reel Innovation with Gadgets that Make Fishing Smarter

May-16-25 by Angela Montana

Think you’ve got all the fishing gear you need? Think again — the future of angling is way cooler than you might think…

Upper Missouri Paddlefish Update III, May 14, 2025

May-14-25 by Angela Montana

Paddlefish are on the move as Missouri River flows rise—find out where to expect more action and snagging activity heading into Memorial Weekend…

Gallatin River Fishing Report 5.13.25

May-13-25 by Angela Montana

It might not be pretty out there on the Gallatin, but the fish are still biting if you know what to toss…

Not All Record Fish Make the Record Books

May-13-25 by Angela Montana

It’s one of the biggest bass ever caught in Oregon—but the record books won’t touch it.

Tired of the Fly Fishing Crowds?

May-13-25 by Angela Montana

Tired of elbow-to-elbow casting? Discover Montana’s overlooked fly-fishing gems where the trout are big and the crowds are small….

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.12.25

May-12-25 by Angela Montana

Walleye are heating up on Hauser, rainbows are cruising Holter, and Canyon Ferry anglers are switching tactics as spring fishing kicks into high gear across the reservoirs….

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 5.8.25

May-09-25 by Angela Montana

Spring has sprung on the Madison River, and the trout are biting—time to dust off your waders and hit the water!

Hooked On Fun–Take a Kid Fishing (No License Required)

May-08-25 by Angela Montana

Reel in the weekend right—free fishing, fresh bait, and hot food are all on the hook for Mother’s Day in Montana at Tongue River Marina!

Don Wilkins Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.8.25

May-08-25 by Angela Montana

From feisty pike that’ll hit anything to bass moving in like spring breakers, the bite is hot—if you’re willing to move, jig, and maybe dodge a few overachieving lake trout…