A: The Madison River is a world-famous fishery known for its strong trout populations, breathtaking scenery, and diverse fishing opportunities.

A: The Madison is known as the “50-mile riffle,” offering fast-moving water, technical dry fly fishing, and challenging wading conditions.

A: The Madison River is home to all wild rainbow trout and brown trout, with trout up to 20+ inches.

A: The river offers consistent hatches, large wild trout, clear water, and prime fishing conditions throughout the year. 

A: There are approximately 2,500 trout per mile, making the Madison one of Montana’s most productive wild trout rivers.

A: Prime fishing season runs from April to October, with peak dry fly fishing from the end of June through September.

A: The Madison features epic hatches, including Salmonflies, Caddis, PMDs, BWOs, and Terrestrials like hoppers and ants.

A: Nymphing is highly productive, but dry fly and streamer fishing can be excellent depending on the season and river conditions.

A: Best flies include various Stoneflies, Caddis, PMDs, BWOs, Attractor patterns, and streamers mimicking Sculpins for big brown trout.

A: Montana Trout Wranglers provides rods, reels, waders, boots, leaders, tippet, and flies. Anglers should bring a rain jacket, polarized sunglasses, a brimmed hat, clothes you can layer, and sunscreen. You are more than welcome to bring your own gear as well, but if you do not want to travel with your personal gear, we can provide you with all the essentials. 

A: Owner Dane Huzarski and his team of experienced and professional guides match anglers with the best guide for their skill level and fishing goals.

A: Yes, full-day guided trips include a quality deli style lunch with, snack chips, fruit, dessert and non-alcoholic beverages, with accommodations for dietary restrictions. Deli lunches are subject to revisions and changes depending on supplier.

A: While tips are not required, they are appreciated for your our fly fishing guides. A gratuity of 15%-20% of the trip price is common, and cash tips are preferred, paid directly to your guide.

A: Prime dates fill up months or even a year in advance. Early booking is essential, especially for trips requiring lodging. Please contact us for help with available dates for guides and lodging. 

A: Deposits for canceled guide trips will be refunded in full with a 45 day or more notice. Cancellations within 45 days will forfeit all deposit monies. If we are able to re-book the guide, we will refund the deposit or apply it to a trip at a later date. If a trip is cancelled with less than 48 hours notice, the full price of the guide trip will be charged. Our guide trips go out in all safe weather and water conditions, therefore inclement weather, water levels or undesirable fishing conditions are NOT acceptable reasons to cancel or receive a refund. All cancellations must be given by written notice, either e-mail or by mail. The date a written cancellation notice is electronically received or postmarked will be considered the date of cancellation. Trips cancelled by the guide or mutual guide/client decision due to unsafe weather or water conditions, state or federal closures, or other uncontrollable circumstances will have the entire deposit refunded.

A: Early booking is highly recommended. Lodging can be limited and during peak seasons fills up quickly. 

A: Yes! After a full day on the river, we transport you back to your vehicle, usually in Bozeman, MT, where you’ll find many excellent dining options depending on your return time. Bozeman offers a variety of restaurants, breweries, and steakhouses, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy a meal after a day of fly fishing. If you’re fishing near Ennis, MT, there are also local cafes and bars serving classic Montana fare.

A: Handle fish with wet hands, minimize air exposure, and use barbless hooks to ensure safe release.

A: Booking is easy! Simply contact us via our website, call us at 406-580-6050, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve your preferred dates.