Gallatin River
MT
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River
About Gallatin River
The Gallatin River is a premier Montana fly fishing destination, flowing north from Yellowstone National Park and offering approximately 100 miles of diverse water. You can expect to target Brown and Rainbow trout, with an occasional Cutthroat. Key hatches that drive the fishing include Caddis, Golden Stoneflies, and Spruce Moths, making it a prime location for matching the hatch. The river's accessibility is excellent, with Highway 191 running parallel to much of the river, providing numerous pull-offs and fishing access sites, making it ideal for both wading and short walks to the bank.
Access
Seasons
Terrain
Water
Fish Species
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
Cutthroat
Fishing Styles
undefined USGS Water Conditions
Water conditions for the last 7 days. You can gain insights to fishing activity based on these conditions, like water temperature and flow.
Data sourced from the USGS National Water Information System
Trip Planning
Best fishing typically occurs during spring and summer. Check water conditions before heading out.
See what insects are emerging on Gallatin River's hatch forecast — including active hatches, water temperatures, and which patterns to have in your box this month.