Montana Troutfitters is Bozeman’s oldest fly fishing shop Since 1978

Mar 06, 2025

The Bighorn has been fishing good. Flows are stable around 2300 near St. Xavier with water temps coming in at 39 degrees. Standard winter fare is on the table. Nymphing will get the job done with crustaceans, squirmy worms, sow bugs and scuds. Streamers have been solid and will get you quality fish over quantity. Throw on your favorite sink tip or poly leader and get those streamers super deep. The Goldie in white and gold has tricked some decent fish lately. Be sure to call the local fly shops for the most up to date info on the river.




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Fly Pattern Suggestions

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Dries:

renegade, griffiths gnat, zlon midge, tilt wing dun, black Elk Haired Caddis, Extended-body PMD, Vis-a-Dun

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Nymphs:

worm, perdigons, scuds, sowbugs, ray charles, Hot Heads, split cases, frenchies, and zebra midges

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Streamers:

Kreelux, sparkle minnow, white dungeons.

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