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Orvis-Endorsed Outfitter Helena Montana.
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Orvis-Endorsed Fly Fishing Outfitter
Living Water Guide Service is an independent Orvis-Endorsed outfitter based on the Missouri River near Craig, Montana. Guiding is all we do — full time, on one of the finest tailwater fisheries in North America — and every decision we make, from the boats we run to the guides on our team, is made with one thing in mind: giving you the best possible day on the water.
Our guides are full-time professionals specializing in drift boat float trips, trout spey, walk-and-wade adventures, and jet boat access to the Land of Giants — a remote canyon section below Hauser Dam that holds some of the largest trout in the Missouri River system. We hold private access to this stretch through the Gates of the Mountains Marina, making us one of the few outfitters who can take you there. All skill levels welcome.
Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.
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Our partnership properties offer Living Water clients exclusive pricing and accommodations. Rates will vary based on season and availability. For the most up to date packages, pricing and availability, we encourage you to contact us at livingwaterguide.com.
Guests are provided with all necessary fishing equipment, tackle, shore lunch, and non-alcoholic beverages. In some cases, we may transport clients from lodging to the fishery.
We recommend 9' rods that are either a 5-wt. or 6-wt. for most nymphing and dry-fly fishing. When fishing streamers, we recommend 7-wt. rods loaded with sinking lines.
The Missouri is formed at the confluence of the Madison, Jefferson, and Gallatin rivers, near Three Forks, Montana. Fly anglers are most interested in the Land of the Giants section below Hauser Dam and the famed blue ribbon stretch beginning below Holter Dam. The Missouri River system is a thriving tailwater, boasting approximately 6000 fish per mile and prolific insect hatches.
Learn about the best time to fish the Missouri River at livingwaterguide.com.
We recommend 9' 5-wt. or 6-wt. for most nymphing and dry-fly applications. When fishing streamers, we recommend 7-wt. rods loaded with sinking lines. Learn more at about recommended fly rods at livingwaterguide.com