2026 rates & policies
Guided fly fishing on Montana’s trophy rivers.
Full day floats and walk/wade trips on the Madison and the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Missouri, Yellowstone, Jefferson, Stillwater, Bighorn and more, with over 25 experienced guides.
- Est. 1982
- Lodge & shop on the Madison since 1990
- Outfitter License #680
- Cameron, Montana
2026 rates
Trips & rates
All guides are subject to availability. Guide gratuities and fishing licenses are not included.
Our home water
Full day · Madison River
$750
Float or walk/wade · 1–2 anglers · lunch, flies and rental gear included
Full day · other Montana rivers
$795
Ruby, Big Hole, Beaverhead, Bighorn, Jefferson, Missouri, Stillwater, Lower Madison remote section, Yellowstone
Half day
from $650
4 hours of fishing · subject to availability · lunch on request (extra)
Third angler
Call
Very limited, not recommended and subject to pre-approval
Included
Lunch, flies & gear
Full days include lunch. New for 2026, flies are included. Rods, boots and waders are supplied at no extra charge if you need them.
Reserve
50% deposit
A 50% deposit confirms your reservation. Book guides and lodging several weeks ahead. Credit card payments carry a 3% fee.
Gratuities
Not included
Suggested amounts tend to run 20% of guide fees or more, about $150 to $250+ per guide per day.
Where we fish
Rivers we guide
Our home water · $750
Upper Madison River
Right outside the shop door: the trophy trout section between Quake Lake and Ennis, with float and walk/wade trips from Lyons Bridge, Ruby Creek, Varney Bridge and more.
Full day · $795
Lower Madison River
Below Ennis Lake, including the remote section, depending on conditions and availability.
Full day · $795
Big Hole River
One of Montana’s classic trout rivers, fished when conditions line up.
Full day · $795
Beaverhead River
A tailwater famous for big, well-fed browns and rainbows.
Full day · $795
Jefferson River
A long, quiet float through ranch country.
Full day · $795
Ruby River
Small-water fishing close to home in the Ruby Valley.
Multi-day · $795/day
Missouri River
Requires a minimum of two or three days, planned in advance with lodging for you and your guide.
Multi-day · $795/day
Bighorn River
Requires a minimum of two or three days, planned in advance with lodging.
Multi-day · $795/day
Stillwater & Yellowstone
Stillwater trips are multi-day; the Yellowstone is fished depending on conditions and availability.
Beyond Montana
Redfish, steelhead and the salt
For redfish, we send friends to Capt. Marty “The Montajun” Authement at Marsh Madness in Louisiana. For steelhead, we can share a list of friends guiding in Oregon and elsewhere. For bonefish, tarpon and permit in the Bahamas, call us for suggestions.
Booking
Rates & booking questions
How much is a guided trip on the Madison River?
A full day float or walk/wade trip on the Madison is $750 for one or two anglers. Full days on the Ruby, Big Hole, Beaverhead, Bighorn, Jefferson, Missouri, Stillwater, Lower Madison and Yellowstone are $795. Half days start at $650. Guide gratuities and fishing licenses are not included.
What’s included?
Full day trips include lunch. New for 2026, flies are included, and rental rods, boots and waders are supplied at no extra charge if you need them.
How do I reserve a guide?
A 50% deposit confirms your reservation. We recommend booking guides and lodging several weeks in advance. Payments by credit card carry a 3% fee.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full refunds for trips cancelled at least 30 days in advance. Within 30 days, deposits may be credited to a full day trip in the same season if we can reschedule you with the same guide. Cancellations within 48 hours may be charged the full trip amount, and a $50 rebooking fee applies to changes within 30 days.
How much should I tip my guide?
Gratuities are not included in our rates. Tips for guides average 20% or more per guide, per day, and are greatly appreciated.
Come fish the Madison with us.
Book a full day on the Upper Madison or one of Montana’s other trophy rivers. Stop in at the shop on Highway 287 any time; the coffee is on us.