Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
55
Craig Fellin Outfitters & Big Hole Lodge's Tip of the Week
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has closed the river for the season. We'll be back live in April.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 3/18/24
Closed for the winter
Techniques & Tips as of 3/18/24
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Local Species Available Summer
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Trout
Craig Fellin Outfitters & Big Hole Lodge's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Big Sky Salmon Fly | Orange | #4-6 |
Bead Head Stonefly | Black | #4-6 |
Tunghead Stonefly | Black | #4-6 |
Elk Wing Caddis | Tan | #14-16 |
Domagala Streamer | Olive | #6 |
Rogue River Salmon | Orange | #4-8 |
Yellow Sally | Tan | #14-16 |
Bead Head Prince | Brown | #8-14 |
Flexi-Girdle Bug | Brown | #4-8 |
Peperroni Yuk Bug | Black/org | #4-8 |
Craig Fellin Outfitters & Big Hole Lodge's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
6-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Double Taper Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line