Fishing Guides
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To experience truly thrilling fly-fishing opportunities in and around Yellowstone National Park, we suggest that you hire a professional fly-fishing guide.
Bud Lilly's Trout Shop - Yellowstone Permitee : West Yellowstone, MT
West Yellowstone's legendary fly fishing outfitter since 1950, we're experts on all Park waters like the Madison, Firehole, Yellowstone, Gibbon and Slough Creek.
Enjoy a night along the shores of Yellowstone Lake in a luxury safari camp. Sumptuous comfort, service & menu. Noon to noon adventure includes boating, fishing & wildlife.
Anglers West - Newest Fly Shop in Paradise Valley : Emigrant, MT
Combining one of Montana's premier guide services with shop resources formerly of Big Sky Flies, flyfishers in the Paradise Valley have a new, more expanded & luxurious home.
Big Sky Anglers - Premier Fly Fishing Trips : West Yellowstone, MT
The finest guided fly fishing trips on the Madison, Yellowstone, Gallatin & Missouri. Enjoy your day with the best - rod, reels, flies, lunch and happiness all-inclusive.
Dave Handl fly fishing outfitter for Yellowstone : Livingston, MT
Personalized guiding services on the Yellowstone River near Livingston, plus inside Yellowstone Park. 25 years experience, where it counts. You'll truly enjoy yourself.
Greater Yellowstone Fly Fishers Shop and Guides : Bozeman, MT
One of Bozeman's leading shops and an official Park permitee, we guide trips on the Madison and Yellowstone Rivers, and packtrips into Yellowstone's famed backcountry waters.
Henry's Fork Anglers : Island Park, ID
Located on the banks of the Henry's Fork of the Snake River. Full service fly shop and guide service. All guides are accomplished fly fishermen, instructors, and boatmen.
High Country Flies : Jackson, WY
Jackson Hole's leading fly shop & most complete online fly fishing source. Full service fly shop and guided fishing trips in the Yellowstone region.
Jackson Hole Anglers - Book Now for 2010 Season! : Jackson, WY
When it comes to fishing Jackson Hole regional waters, we are the experts. Full- and 1/2-day rates, enjoy fishing the Green, Salt and Snake River. Excellent angling!
John Henry Lee Outfitters : Dubois, WY
Horseback pack-in fly fishing trips to the Thorofare & Yellowstone Rivers. Dry Fly Fishing for native cutthroats -the best in the U.S. 4 to 10 days.
Klay Mangis Fishing Guide Service - Jackson Hole : Wilson, WY
One of Jackson's most productive fishing guides. Having grown up on the great waters like the Snake, Green and New Fork, Klay will put you into fish!
Reel Deal Anglers - Fly Fishing in Jackson Hole : Jackson, WY
Jackson Hole's premier fly fishing outfitter offering exclusive access to public and private gold medal trout waters.
Teton Scenic Floats and Fly Fishing : Jackson, WY
Fish the famous Snake River. 1/2 day & full day trip options. Transportation, snacks, drinks & lunch included. Gear & flies provided! Experienced & 1st time anglers welcome!
Westbank Anglers - Fly Fishing Dreams Fulfilled! : Wilson, WY
Based in Jackson Hole, we are experts on the waters of the Yellowstone region. Fully stocked retail store, online fishing reports, adventure fishing travel, & guided trips.
Wild Trout Outfitters of Big Sky : Big Sky, MT
Your choice - walk/wade trips, drift boat or float tube trips to Hebgen & Quake Lakes. Our specialty is the Gallatin River, year-round. Our expertise will help you catch fish.
Yellowstone Mountain Guides - Backcountry Fishing : West Yellowstone, MT
For over 20 years, one of Yellowstone's most professional and knowledgeable backcountry fishing guides for Slough Creek, the Thorofare region and high mountain lakes.
Striving for complete client satisfaction, our guides will optimize your fishing experience, going the extra mile. Offering multiple rivers, spring creeks & private waters.
East Slope Outdoors - Fly Fishing Headquarters : Big Sky, MT
We are Big Sky's only full-line Orvis® shop offering guided trips, rental gear, free & courteous advice, and a wealth of local knowledge. Gallatin River is across the street.
Madison River Outfitters - Official YNP permitee : West Yellowstone, MT
West Yellowstone's premier fly fishing outfitter offers guided float and wade-fishing trips to all major rivers and Yellowstone waters. Reserve your guided trip early.
Things you should know about fishing in Yellowstone National Park:
- Permits: All anglers are required to obtain a Yellowstone Fishing Permit (see details below).
- Closed Areas: Some areas of the park are permanently or temporarily closed to fishing. Make sure to ask about these closures at a visitor center before going fishing.
- Non-Lead Tackle Only: Use of lead fishing tackle is prohibited.
- Fish Species: All native fish species (including arctic grayling, cutthroat trout, and mountain whitefish) must be released back into the water unharmed. Make sure you are able to identify the different fish species within Yellowstone National Park. Understand how to effectively and safely release fish (see below).
- Clean Gear: In order to prevent the spread of invasive species, all fishing gear must be thoroughly cleaned before entering and after exiting all Yellowstone waters.
- Rules and Regulations: Know and understand all Yellowstone Fishing Regulations.
Yellowstone Fishing Permits:
- Anglers 16 years of age and older are required to purchase either a 3-day ($15), 7-day ($20) or season ($35) permit.
- Anglers under 15 years of age can either a) Obtain a free permit or b) Fish without a permit if they are under direct supervision of an adult who has a valid fishing permit.
- Permits are available in the park at all ranger stations, visitor centers, General Stores, and at numerous locations in adjacent communities outside the park.
- No state fishing license is required in Yellowstone National Park.
How to Release a Fish
- Do not play a fish into total exhaustion.
- Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook.
- Remove hook gently without squeezing the fish or putting fingers in gills. The use of barbless hooks is encouraged.
- If deeply hooked, cut the line and do not pull hook out. Most fish survive with hooks left in them.
- Release fish only after its equilibrium is maintained. If necessary, gently hold fish upright, facing upstream.
- Release fish in quiet water, close to area where it was hooked.
Permitted Fishing Outfitters
| Arrick's Fishing Flies | Mr. Arrick Swanson | P.O. Box 1290 | West Yellowstone, MT 59758 | (406)646-7290 |
| Blue Ribbon Fishing Tours | Mr. Dale Siegle | P.O. Box 524 | Hamilton, MT 59840 | (406)369-0991 |
| Blue Ribbon Flies | Mr. Craig Mathews | P.O. Box 1037 | West Yellowstone, MT 59758 | (406)646-9365 |
| DGBK, Inc. dba, Bud Lilly's Trout Shop | Mr. Dick Greene | P.O. Box 530 | West Yellowstone, MT 59758 | (406)646-7801 |
| Dave Corcoran Outfitters | Mr. David Corcoran | 3400 Water Hole Trail | Bozeman, MT 59715 | (406)587-7214 |
| Far and Away Adventures/Paddle Yellowstone | Mr. Steve Lentz | P.O. Box 54 | Sun Valley, ID 83353 | (208)726-8888 |
| Fatboy Fishing Company | Paul Robertson | P.O. Box 121 | Wilson, WY 83014 | (307)733-3061 |
| Firehole Ranch | Mr. George Kimberly | P.O. Box 686 | West Yellowstone, MT 59758 | (406)646-7294 |
| Gallatin River Guides | Mr. Steve French | P.O. Box 160212 | Big Sky, MT 59716 | (406)995-2290 |
| Gary Evans Madison River Guides | Mr. Gary Evans | 63 N. Hidden Valley Rd. | Rexburg, ID 83440 | (406)682-4802 |
| Greater Yellowstone Flyfishers | Messrs. Robert & Chad Olsen | 31 Spanish Peak Drive | Bozeman, MT 59718 | (406)585-5321 |
| Grub Steak Expeditions | Mr. Bob Richard | P.O. Box 1013 | Cody, WY 82414 | (307)527-6316 |
| Hatch Finders | Mr. Dean Reiner | 113 #3 West Park Street | Livingston, MT 59047 | (406)222-0989 |
| Hawkridge Outfitters | Mr. Dale Sexton | 309 W. Park St. | Livingston, MT 59047 | (406)222-9550 |
| Headwaters Guide Service | Mr. Robert Cunningham | P.O. Box 311 | Gallatin Gateway MT 59730 | (406)763-4761 |
| Henry's Fork Anglers, Inc. | 3340 Hwy 20 | Island Park ID 83429 | (208)558-7525 | |
| Jacklin's, Inc. | Mr. Bob Jacklin | P.O. Box 310 | West Yellowstone MT 59758 | (406)646-7336 |
| John Henry Lee Outfitters, Inc. | Mr. John Henry Lee | P.O. Box 990 | Dubois WY 82513 | (307)455-3200 (800)352-2576 |
| Kinsey Outfitting, LLC | Mr. Lee Kinsey | 326 S. 13th St. | Livingston MT 59047 | (406)222-4494 |
| Lone Mountain Ranch, Inc. | Mr. Herb Davis | P.O. Box 160069 | Big Sky, MT 59716 | (406)995-4644 |
| Lost River Outfitters | Mr. Scott Schnebly | P.O. Box 3445 | Ketchum ID 83340 | (208)726-1706 |
| Madison River Outfitters | Mr. Brad Richey | P.O. Box 398 | West Yellowstone MT 59758 | (406)646-9644 |
| Montana Outdoor Adventures, Inc. | Mr. Randy Cain | 2201 Milwaukee Rd | Bozeman, MT 59715 | (406)586-8524 |
| Montana's Master Angler | Mr. Tom Travis | P.O. Box 1320 | Livingston MT 59047 | (406)222-2273 |
| Outpost Wilderness | Mr. David Appleton | 20859 CR 77 | Lake George CO 80827 | (719)748-3080 |
| Overland | Mr. Tom Costley | P.O. Box 31 | Williamstown MA 01267 | (413)458-9672 |
| Parks' Fly Shop | Mr. Richard Parks | P.O. Box 196 | Gardiner MT 59030 | (406)848-7314 |
| Rendezvous Outfitters | Mr. H. A. Moore | P.O. Box 447 | Gardiner MT 59030 | (406)848-7967 |
| Snake River Fishing Trips | Mr. Bruce James | P.O. Box 3369 | Jackson WY 83001 | (307)733-3270 |
| Snake River Kayak and Canoe School | Mr. Donald Perkins | P.O. Box 4311 | Jackson WY 83001 | (800)529-2501 |
| Sun Valley Trekking Co. | Mr. Robert Jonas | P.O. Box 2200 | Sun Valley ID 83353 | (208)726-1002 |
| Teton Troutfitters | Mr. Scott Hocking | P.O. Box 536 | Wilson WY 83014 | (307)733-5362 |
| Three Rivers Ranch | Ms. Lonnie Lee Allen | P.O. Box 856 | Ashton ID 83420 | (208)652-3750 |
| Tom Miner Lodge | Mr. John Keenan | HC78 Box 108 | Ismay MT 59336 | (406)772-5550 |
| Triangle X Ranch | Mr. Harold Turner | Moose WY 83012 | (307)733-2183 | |
| Trouthunter | Mr. Lynn Sessions | 3327 Hwy 20 | Island Park, ID 83429 | (208)558-9900 |
| Westbank Anglers | Mr. Baker Salsbury | P.O. Box 523 | Teton Village WY 83025 | (307)733-6483 |
| Wild Trout Outiftters | Mr. J.D. Bingman | P.O. Box 160003 | Big Sky MT 59716 | (406)995-2975 |
| Wilderness Inquiry | Mr. Lee Friedman | 808 14th Ave SE | Minneapolis MN 55414 | 800-728-0719 |
| Wilderness Ventures | Mr. Mike Cottingham | P.O. Box 2768 | Jackson WY 83001 | (307)733-2122 |
| Williams Guide Service | Mr. Don Williams | P.O. Box 2 | Livingston MT 59047 | (406)222-1386 |
| World Cast Anglers | Mr. Jim Hickey | P.O. Box 350 | Victor, ID 83455 | (307) 733-6934 |
| Yellowstone Angler | Mr. George Anderson | Highway 89 South | Livingston MT 59047 | (406)222-7130 |
| Yellowstone Association | Ms. Pat Cole | P.O. Box 117 | Yellowstone NP WY 82190 | (307)344-2293 |
| Yellowstone Outfitters | Mr. Jim Hubbard | Route 1, Box 662 | Emigrant MT 59027 | (406)848-7755 |
| Yellowstone/Glacier Adventures | Mr. Steve Braun | P.O. Box 746 | Bozeman MT 59771 | (406)585-9041 |
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Fly fishing shops serving West Yellowstone Montana.
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