Big Sky to the Gallatin Valley
Gallatin River
fly fishing guide
Guided wade trips on Bozeman’s hometown river, from the canyon near Big Sky to the Gallatin Valley.
Bozeman’s hometown river
The Gallatin is smaller and faster than the big float rivers, with clear water and trout tucked into every pocket.
It flows out of Yellowstone National Park, through a canyon near Big Sky and into the Gallatin Valley. This is a wading river: you will learn to read pocket water, mend through seams and fish dries, nymphs and small streamers.
Why fish it with a guide
Pocket water rewards local knowledge. Knowing which seams hold fish, and how to get a fly there without drag, is the difference between a slow day and a great one.
When to go
The river fishes year-round, but fall, winter and early spring are our favorite times. The crowds thin out and the trout are willing.
A good fit for
- Anglers who like to wade
- Guests staying in Big Sky or Bozeman
- Off-season and winter trips
Gallatin River
| Species | Rainbow, brown, cutthroat |
| Best seasons | Fall, winter, early spring |
| Trip style | Guided wade fishing |
| Anglers | 1 or 2 |
| Rates | $550 half day, $700 full day |
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From the boat
Gallatin River days
Questions
Gallatin River questions
Can you float the Gallatin River?
The Gallatin is mainly a wade-fishing river. Our Gallatin trips are guided wade trips.
What fish are in the Gallatin River?
Wild rainbow trout, wild brown trout and native cutthroat trout.
When is the best time to fish the Gallatin?
Fall, winter and early spring offer lighter crowds and good fishing, though the river fishes year-round.
Do you guide near Big Sky?
Yes. The Gallatin runs through the canyon near Big Sky, and we can plan a trip that works for guests staying there.
Book your day on the river.
Pick a date and hold it with a 50% deposit. No booking fees, so the price you see is the price you pay.