Fishtales Outfitting – Madison River
Fishtales Outfitting – Madison River
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE FOR ANY DAYS AS THERES A GOOD CHANCE A GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU!
Fishtales Outfitting is located between Bozeman and Missoula, Montana, an area known to fly fishermen worldwide as the 'Trout Mecca'.
Benefit from more than 70 years of combined experience that Michael Stack and his team bring to the company. Enjoy the Montana scenery as you should, with a fly rod in your hand and a smile on your face.
With ten Blue Ribbon Montana Trout streams plus their private water, all within easy reach, it has the ideal location to offer some of the best Trout fishing.
Capt. Michael aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you're after! Depending on the trip and species, you'll be using techniques like fly fishing. You're looking at 8-hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout, depending on the weather and time of year.
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what matters, fishing! Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip, and the fishing is done without a boat.
Fishtales Outfitting offers only catch and release trips, so any fish you catch will be returned to the water. You'll find free drinks and lunch for your convenience, but you're always welcome to pack your drinks and snacks should you want to.
Under no circumstances will we put more than 2 people in a boat.
Please tip your guide directly. Cash is king! A 20% gratuity is considered proper.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Fishtales Outfitting.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE FOR ANY DAYS AS THERES A GOOD CHANCE A GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU!
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE FOR ANY DAYS AS THERES A GOOD CHANCE A GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU!
Fishtales Outfitting is located between Bozeman and Missoula, Montana, an area known to fly fishermen worldwide as the 'Trout Mecca'.
Benefit from more than 70 years of combined experience that Michael Stack and his team bring to the company. Enjoy the Montana scenery as you should, with a fly rod in your hand and a smile on your face.
With ten Blue Ribbon Montana Trout streams plus their private water, all within easy reach, it has the ideal location to offer some of the best Trout fishing.
Capt. Michael aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you're after! Depending on the trip and species, you'll be using techniques like fly fishing. You're looking at 8-hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout, depending on the weather and time of year.
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what matters, fishing! Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip, and the fishing is done without a boat.
Fishtales Outfitting offers only catch and release trips, so any fish you catch will be returned to the water. You'll find free drinks and lunch for your convenience, but you're always welcome to pack your drinks and snacks should you want to.
Under no circumstances will we put more than 2 people in a boat.
Please tip your guide directly. Cash is king! A 20% gratuity is considered proper.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Fishtales Outfitting.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE FOR ANY DAYS AS THERES A GOOD CHANCE A GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU!
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Nick CristinzianoRepeat angler•
North Carolina, US•Member since 20245 trips5.0VerifiedBest trip, cannot recommend enough!
Full day Madison River on August 2, 2026 • 2 adultsChris Phillips was our guide and he was the coolest dude. Not only was he sociable, he went out of hus way to help us with techinique as well as understanding everything from the knots he ties to the bugs lifecycle that we were mimicking. He put us on fish from the first hour on the water straight until the end. We landed 10 fish in the net, and caught several more that just got away from us before netting (it happens). I personally caught one 14 inch brown trout, 3 colorado white fish all roughly twelve inches, and two rainbows with one being about 17 inches! My brother in law caught three rainbows, one white fish, and had another monster rainbow on the hook that unfortunately came off before we could net. What an awesome day. Lunch was included and it was tasty. Id do this trip every day if I could! Thanks for coordinating, Mike, and thanks a million for a perfect day Chris P! I’ll be coming back one day, and I’ll be asking to go out with Chris again 1000%!
Dennis Kadzban•Michigan, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedExcellent fly fishing experience
Full day Madison River on August 13, 2026 • 2 adultsJason was our guide , excellent knowledge of the Madison, and techniques, knows what flys to use ,how ,when ,where to put flys in the water put us on fish right away , will definitely recommend to others
Mike Eden•Illinois, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedA great day on the Madison
Full day Madison River on May 19, 2026 • 2 adultsDan was a great captain. He was very patient showing me how to fly fish. He went over and above for me. Nice guy and great day on the Madison!
Justin AdieRepeat angler•Nevada, US•Member since 20262 trips5.0VerifiedNewAmazing trip!
Full day Madison River on September 13, 2026 • 2 adultswe caught 3 different species on the day! Rainbows, Browns, and a giant Rocky Mountain Whitefish! My wife caught her first fish on the fly her first time flyfishing! Our guide Sam was knowledgeable, patient and great to talk to! highly recommend!
Lloyd Brown•Texas, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedBeautiful experience
Half day guided fly fishing on September 18, 2025 • 2 adultsCapt. Dan made this trip memo
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Chris Phillips was our guide and he was the coolest dude. Not only was he sociable, he went out of hus way to help us with techinique as well as understanding everything from the knots he ties to the bugs lifecycle that we were mimicking. He put us on fish from the first hour on the water straight until the end. We landed 10 fish in the net, and caught several more that just got away from us before netting (it happens). I personally caught one 14 inch brown trout, 3 colorado white fish all roughly twelve inches, and two rainbows with one being about 17 inches! My brother in law caught three rainbows, one white fish, and had another monster rainbow on the hook that unfortunately came off before we could net. What an awesome day. Lunch was included and it was tasty. Id do this trip every day if I could! Thanks for coordinating, Mike, and thanks a million for a perfect day Chris P! I’ll be coming back one day, and I’ll be asking to go out with Chris again 1000%!
Thank you so much for the awesome review! Glad you had a fun day with Chris!
we caught 3 different species on the day! Rainbows, Browns, and a giant Rocky Mountain Whitefish! My wife caught her first fish on the fly her first time flyfishing! Our guide Sam was knowledgeable, patient and great to talk to! highly recommend!
thank you so much for thegreat review! Hope tk have you back again sometime
Jason was our guide , excellent knowledge of the Madison, and techniques, knows what flys to use ,how ,when ,where to put flys in the water put us on fish right away , will definitely recommend to others
Thank you so much for the great review! Jason is deadly! Gimme a holler if you come back.
Dan was a great captain. He was very patient showing me how to fly fish. He went over and above for me. Nice guy and great day on the Madison!
Happy you had a great day! Thank you for the excellent review!
Capt. Dan made this trip memo
Dan is a pleasure to be with and i know he had fun with you guys! Hope to have you back sometime!!
FAQs about Fishtales Outfitting – Madison River
- US $625 per group - Half day guided fly fishing (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - Full day Madison River (8 hours)
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Drinks (Your guide will have a cooler full of water and drinks.)
- Lunch (Only on full day trips.)
- Fly fishing equipment
- River fishing (We offer guide services on Montana's most legendary trout rivers. The Madison, Yellowstone, Missouri, Jefferson, Ruby, Blackfoot, Bitterroot and Clark Fork rivers are all available in our listings.)
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Brown Trout
- Cutthroat Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Your operator
Ennis, Montana, United States
Michael grew up in the woods, learning hunting and fly fishing in Connecticut. With his grandfather as his mentor, an avid outdoorsmen and Connecticut State Park constable, he honed his Trout fly fishing skills. Michael spent a season in Southwest Alaska, which opened possibilities to Southwest Montana and its endless wild Trout streams. He ultimately settled down in Sheridan, where his wife Theresa and himself raise their two children and 2 Lab's named Maggie and Tippet. Create your unforgettable experience with our 10+ guides available.
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