Missouri River: 13,600 cfs below Holter Dam
The Missouri is still fishing very well. The flows have been reduced out of Holter, but the worm is still king. Double worm combos, worms and scuds, and either scuds or worms paired with your favorite tailwater baetis nymphs in the afternoon. Me personally, I am a double wormer when I can get away with it.
Madison River: 2,290 cfs at Kirby Ranch/ 3310 cfs below Ennis Lake
Both the Upper and Lower sections of the Madison are both high, dirty, with the Upper being marginal at best, and only if you are a "glass is half full" kind of person. If I had to choose one right now though, I would prefer the Lower- I like fishing it when it is off color, great time for the big bug bite. Crayfish, worms, and little fish will all produce in the deeper buckets and along the banks. Plus, it may clear up a bit over the next few days. I would advise against making the drive all the way to the Upper, but what do I know?
Yellowstone River: 9,860 cfs at Livingston
Yes, the river is dropping. No, it is not worth fishing.
Jefferson River: 9,450 cfs at Silver Star
See Yellowstone River report above.
Gallatin River: 2,670 cfs at Gallatin Gateway
See Jefferson River report above.
There you have it. I will post again in a few days, things are tough this time of year, but there are plenty of options if you need a fishing fix. Look toward some of Montana's tailwater fisheries: Missouri, Beaverhead, Big Horn; or check our some of the under fished still water options that are everywhere, and nobody really messes with them. Last, but not least, there is no shortage of private water in Montana, and this is a great time of year to check these little creeks and ponds out. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact Freestone Fly Fishing Outfitters, we would be happy to point you in the right direction.
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