You’ll find it at TroutChasers Fly Fishing Lodge & Outfitters. Situated on 30 acres just outside of Bozeman, right on Montana’s beautiful Gallatin River, we’re the perfect spot to stay, play and get away.
Yes! We live right here in the Gallatin Valley and are the primary owners and operators of the lodge, facilities, and operations…
Absolutely. We are happy to have guests stay with us who are just looking for a quiet family-friendly getaway—including those…
No—you are welcome to book a day, or two (or three!) of guiding with us without staying with us at the lodge or in our guest cabin. In fact, we’ve had a lot of Bozeman locals go fly fishing with our guides to either learn to fly fish, go out on an unfamiliar river, or practice or refine their skills.
Not at all. We get a number of beginners, and our guides are more than happy to offer guidance and patient instruction. All you need is the desire to learn.
That depend on a few factors. One of those factors is whether you want to float versus walking or wading in the river. Others include the kind and number of fish you’d like to catch, water flows, your ability level, and of course, the weather. Your TroutChasers fly fishing guide will discuss these factors with you prior to deciding where to take you.
The State of Montana makes purchasing a fishing license easy: you can do it online. Please note that anyone over the age of 11 will also need to purchase a conservation license in addition to a fishing license. An Angler Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Pass, or AISPP, is also required for everyone fishing in our state. Find out more, here: https://fwp.mt.gov/buyandapply/fishinglicenses. You can also pick up a license after you arrive at one of many local businesses.
In our opinion, the best days to go fly fishing in Montana are days that end in “Y.” Nevertheless, seasons do differ, and prime fishing can vary based on our winters—and on the kind of fish you’re looking to land. Waters usually begin to warm in April and the first part of May, and trout and insects become more active. It is once the spring runoffs have ended by early June, however, that we see our peak season beginning. It lasts well into September and folks are still on the rivers in October and early November. As for booking, we suggest you do so six months to a year in advance.
Absolutely. It may take some finagling on our part in terms of scheduling, but we’ll do everything we can to make it happen.
Yes, we do. We invite you to reach out to us to discuss options that will help you be comfortable while enjoying a fantastic day of fly fishing.
Of course! Almost all of our guides began fishing when they were kids and are excited to help young people learn and enjoy the sport of fly fishing. We do ask that you let us know how young your children are so that we can structure an adventure that’s perfect for them.
Yep! Please note that you do have to be over the age of 21 to consume alcohol in Montana, and we encourage all guests consuming alcohol to drink responsibly.
We can’t guarantee you’ll catch a specific type of fish; however, we’ll be going after a variety of local species, including:
Our property is located just 15 minutes from downtown Bozeman, or 20 minutes from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN). Our nearly 30-acre property offers you open meadows, a stocked trout pond where you can work on your technique, easy access to the Gallatin River and gorgeous views of the Spanish Peaks and other nearby mountain ranges.
Montana TroutChasers is family owned and operated, with Jason and Julie living on site and being in charge of the entire business. Julie is in charge of many of the day-to-day aspects of the accommodations side of our company, including creating delicious meals for our guests. Jason has been an outfitter and guide for years, and makes sure that guests have access to top guides and outstanding river adventures. Both work hard to ensure you have a getaway that’s absolutely custom-tailored to you.
Absolutely. We are happy to have guests stay with us who are just looking for a quiet, family-friendly getaway—including those who don’t live far from us. If you’re not interested in fly fishing or aren’t booking a day or two on the water with our guides, no worries. We’d still love to have you as our guest.
Accommodations in our main lodge, are available only during prime fishing season (May through October.) Our three-bedroom guest cabin, however, is open year-round. It makes the perfect basecamp for skiing, exploring Yellowstone, or just relaxing with friends or family.
Those staying at our lodge will enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet featuring made-from-scratch breads, fresh fruits, cereals, waffles and more. If you’re headed out with one of our guides for a day of fishing, we provide a delicious lunch that’s easy to enjoy on the water. Afterwards, light apps will be available, along with a three-course dinner featuring the foods grown in our own garden whenever possible.
If you’re booking a stay in our guest cabin, you can opt to bring groceries to be prepared there or visit one of the many restaurants in our area for meals. Be sure to ask for our recommendations; we are ready to share our favorites depending on what type of food you’re in the mood to enjoy.
Although we’ve had many guests ask this question with the hopes of dining on their catch, our answer is “no.” Montana rivers and waterways have experienced mounting pressures over the last decade, impacting our native trout populations. That’s why, TroutChasers practices to catch-and-release fly fishing exclusively. If you’re craving a delicious trout dinner, however, we can recommend several excellent local eateries in and around Bozeman.
Oh definitely! We love living here and are huge advocates of our local communities. Whether you’re into restaurants, sports, events, farmers markets…or pretty much anything else, we’re almost sure to have a suggestion for you.
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