Flint Creek

Flint Creek

MT

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About Flint Creek

Flint Creek is a small, wade-fishing-focused brown trout stream in Montana's Philipsburg Valley, flowing from Georgetown Lake and acting as a tributary to the Clark Fork River. Anglers will primarily target brown trout, with rainbows, cutthroats, and whitefish also present. Key hatches include Yellow Sally, Elk Hair Caddis, and Golden Stoneflies, making it a good destination for dry fly and nymph fishing. Public access is limited to bridge crossings and a few walk-in points, with excellent fishing often found within walking distance of these areas. The creek offers excellent habitat with undercut banks and deep pools, though anglers may need to be prepared for some bank vegetation.

Flint Creek Hatch Chart

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Best fishing typically occurs during spring and summer. Check water conditions before heading out.

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Conditions Report

Read tips and insights about recent conditions for Flint Creek — gathered from on line sources.

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Water conditions (USGS)

Water conditions for the last 7 days. You can gain insights to fishing activity based on these conditions, like water temperature and flow.

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Access

Hike InPrivate

Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Terrain

Scenic Valley

Water

Small StreamFreestone

Fish Species

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Cutthroat

Fishing Styles

Dry FlyStreamer

Methods

Wade Only

Land Ownership

Private No Access