Fishing Guides & Shops
Find local fly fishing shops and knowledgeable fishing guides in Yellowstone National Park to make the most of your fishing adventure.
Local Listings:
Bud Lilly's Trout Shop - guiding all park watersWest 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.
Fish The Fly Guide ServiceJackson, WY
Expert guide service offering fly fishing trips in Yellowstone National Park. Fishing gear included, lunch prepared streamside. Great for all skill levels.
High Country FliesJackson, WY
Jackson Hole's leading fly shop & most complete online fly fishing resource. Full service fly shop & guided fishing trips in the Yellowstone region. We are the local experts!
Jack Dennis Fly FishingJackson, WY
Premier guide service in Jackson Hole, offering fly fishing trips on rivers and lakes throughout Yellowstone National Park. Call today or email us today to book a trip!
Madison River Outfitters - trips in the ParkWest Yellowstone, MT
West Yellowstone's premier fly fishing outfitter offers guided float and wade-fishing trips to all major rivers and Yellowstone waters. July & August fill early.
Teton Scenic Floats and Fly FishingWilson, 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!
Yellowstone Fishing Guides - beginners to expertsWest Yellowstone, MT
Offering excellent angling adventures on the Madison River (from the Park to Ennis) and waters inside Yellowstone. Top male & female guides ready to show you terrific fishing.
Yellowstone Mountain Guides - Backcountry FishingWest Yellowstone, MT
For 20+ years, one of Yellowstone's most professional and knowledgeable backcountry fishing guides. Walk/wade trips to all popular waters, plus drift trips outside the Park.
Premier guided trips on our home water, the Yellowstone River, along with the Madison, Missouri & Gallatin rivers. Livingston & Bozeman spring creeks, full-service shop.
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.
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.
Guided trips on multiple famous rivers, spring creeks & private water. Check out our rivers, articles, fishing reports & blog to learn more about our world class fly fishing!
Stillwater Outfitters - day rides for anglersCooke City, MT
Offering single-day horseback rides into the Lamar Valley and surrounding drainages, ideal for anglers who want either single-day access, or multi-day drop camps.
Wild Trout Outfitters - river & lake fishingBig Sky, MT
Your choice - walk/wade trips, drift boat float trips, float tube trips to Hebgen & Quake Lakes. Plus, we hit all major rivers (Gallatin & Madison) with experience & results.
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.
