Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv 

4.9
(9 reviews)
 U.S. 93 815, Hamilton, MT 59840, United States–

Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv 

Hamilton, MT, United States
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14 ft
2
4.9
(9 reviews)

Fishtales Outfitting is located between Bozeman and Missoula Montana, an area that is known to fly fishermen across the world as ‘Trout Mecca’. Benefit from more than 70 years of combined experience that Michael Stack and his team bring to the company. Enjoy the scenery of Montana as you should do, with a fly rod in your hand and a smile on your face.

With ten Blue Ribbon Montana Trout streams plus our private water all within easy reach, it has the ideal location to offer some of the best Trout fishing services you could ask for. We guide on the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Madison, Jefferson, Ruby, Yellowstone, Missouri, Blackfoot, Bitterroot, and Clark Fork.

You will be exploring these world-class freshwater fishing grounds aboard a 14’ Clackacraft or raft built specifically for drift fishing. Both stealthy and agile, these vessels are ideal for fishing the rivers of Montana. They offer dry storage and comfortable seating for anglers on board.

Your trip will involve expert-guided fly fishing in one of ten fabled Montana trout rivers in western Montana. Whether you are a beginner to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, the team will make sure that your trip is fun, successful, and memorable. You’ll target Brown, Rainbow, and Cutthroat Trout on these trips. In addition to this, you also have the option of fishing some private ponds where you'll sight fish for Rainbow and Brown Trout in from 22-28"
Children are welcome on board, so you can take your family out on a fun fishing adventure. Teach your kids about the joys of fishing, and make some unforgettable memories with them.

Fishtales Outfitting is Montana’s most diverse outfitter. We offer 10 legendary Montana rivers, private water, and friendly expert guides. Under no circumstances will we put more than 2 people in a boat. Please tip your guide directly. A 20% gratuity is considered proper. Please contact us even if the date is blocked. We may have a guide available.

Fishtales Outfitting is located between Bozeman and Missoula Montana, an area that is known to fly fishermen across the world as ‘Trout Mecca’. Benefit from more than 70 years of combined experience that Michael Stack and his team bring to the company. Enjoy the scenery of Montana as you should do, with a fly rod in your hand and a smile on your face.

With ten Blue Ribbon Montana Trout streams plus our private water all within easy reach, it has the ideal location to offer some of the best Trout fishing services you could ask for. We guide on the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Madison, Jefferson, Ruby, Yellowstone, Missouri, Blackfoot, Bitterroot, and Clark Fork.

You will be exploring these world-class freshwater fishing grounds aboard a 14’ Clackacraft or raft built specifically for drift fishing. Both stealthy and agile, these vessels are ideal for fishing the rivers of Montana. They offer dry storage and comfortable seating for anglers on board.

Your trip will involve expert-guided fly fishing in one of ten fabled Montana trout rivers in western Montana. Whether you are a beginner to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, the team will make sure that your trip is fun, successful, and memorable. You’ll target Brown, Rainbow, and Cutthroat Trout on these trips. In addition to this, you also have the option of fishing some private ponds where you'll sight fish for Rainbow and Brown Trout in from 22-28"
Children are welcome on board, so you can take your family out on a fun fishing adventure. Teach your kids about the joys of fishing, and make some unforgettable memories with them.

Fishtales Outfitting is Montana’s most diverse outfitter. We offer 10 legendary Montana rivers, private water, and friendly expert guides. Under no circumstances will we put more than 2 people in a boat. Please tip your guide directly. A 20% gratuity is considered proper. Please contact us even if the date is blocked. We may have a guide available.

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Half Day Trip Fly Fishing
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 17 - Nov 30
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Cutthroat Trout
US $625
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Grayling (Arctic)
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
9 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (12)

Reviews (9)

  • Andrew Talbott
    Andrew Talbott
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    One of my favorite fishing trips

    Full Day Trip on July 27, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    First time fly fishing and had a blast. Me and my dad caught trout and white fish. Dwight was an awesome guide and taught us everything we needed to know about fly fishing definitely would do it again.

  • Nicholas Gaudioso
    Nicholas Gaudioso
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Full Day Trip on August 10, 2021 • 2 adults
  • Craig O'donnell
    Craig O'donnell
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Full Day Trip on June 19, 2024 • 2 adults

    Enjoyed the experience of dealing with FishBooker. Made it easy to find and book a day of guided fishing.

  • James Hutchison
    James Hutchison
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Half Day Trip (PM) on September 2, 2022 • 2 adults • 1 child
  • Thomas Melrose
    Thomas Melrose
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2021
    4.7
    Verified

    September fishing trip

    Half Day Trip Fly Fishing on September 16, 2021 • 2 adults
  • Thomas Kline
    Thomas Kline
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Full Day Trip on July 19, 2019 • 2 adults
  • Darryl Parkinson
    Darryl Parkinson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day with Troy

    Full Day Trip on June 5, 2018 • 2 adults

    Great day on the Big Hole with Troy. Great fishing, great company, and lunch to boot! Excellent overall.

  • Art Flynn
    Art Flynn
    Member since 2015
    5.0

    Southwest Montana Trout Fishing

    Full Day Trip on March 20, 2015

    2015 was the 16th year I fished with Mike Stack and I'll be back in March for another early spring trip. Last year was my best, 92 trout in 3 days with a stretch of 17 straight casts with a trout landed. Mike is an excellent teacher, teaching my son, my wife and most recently my son-in-law, giving me time to fish. I have come to love SW Montana rivers and the early spring experience with few other fishermen is just right. I'd send along photos of the 2015 trip, but my waterproof camera bounced over the side of the boat. It was waterproof not sink proof.

Rating

4.9
9 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (12)

All reviews (9)

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Andrew Talbott
Andrew Talbott
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
One of my favorite fishing trips
Full Day Trip on July 27, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

First time fly fishing and had a blast. Me and my dad caught trout and white fish. Dwight was an awesome guide and taught us everything we needed to know about fly fishing definitely would do it again.

Fishtales Outfitting
Response from Charter operator

Thanks so much for the great review. Hope to have you back again sometime!

Craig O'Donnell
Craig O'Donnell
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Michael
Full Day Trip on June 19, 2024 • 2 adults

Enjoyed the experience of dealing with FishBooker. Made it easy to find and book a day of guided fishing.

Fishtales Outfitting
Response from Charter operator
James Hutchison
James Hutchison
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Michael
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 2, 2022 • 1 adult • 1 child

Fishtales Outfitting
Response from Charter operator

Thanks for the great review Jeff. Happy we could put the trip together for you.

Nicholas Gaudioso
Nicholas Gaudioso
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Michael
Full Day Trip on August 10, 2021 • 2 adults

Fishtales Outfitting
Response from Charter operator

Thanks for the 5 star review! Hope to see you guys again next year!

Thomas Melrose
Thomas Melrose
us
California, US
Member since 2021
4.7
Verified
September fishing trip
Half Day Trip Fly Fishing on September 16, 2021 • 2 adults

FAQs about Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv

Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $625 per group - Half Day Trip Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Snacks (Your guide will have snacks and drinks for your day. )
  • Drinks (Your guide will have a cooler filled with cold drinks.)
  • Lunch (Only on full day trips.)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Big Hole Beaverhead Madison Missouri Blackfoot)
  • Lake fishing (Ennis Lake, Clark Canyon Reservoir)
Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fishtales Outfitting Bitterroot Riv include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Cutthroat Trout
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Your operator

Fishtales Outfitting
Fishtales Outfitting
Hamilton, Montana, United States
13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
41 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2015
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.
Our Team
Lamont C.
Lamont C.
Captain
Dan R.
Dan R.
Captain
Alex R.
Alex R.
Captain
Michael P.
Michael P.
Captain
Chris P.
Chris P.
Captain
Jason L.
Jason L.
Captain
Garet B.
Garet B.
Captain
Fishtales Outfitting
Fishtales Outfitting
Fully verified
13
reports
41
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
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.
The crew
Lamont C.
Lamont C.
Captain
Dan R.
Dan R.
Captain
Alex R.
Alex R.
Captain
Michael P.
Michael P.
Captain
Chris P.
Chris P.
Captain
Jason L.
Jason L.
Captain
Garet B.
Garet B.
Captain

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Real catches by this captain

  • One of my favorite fishing trips
    Andrew T.
    Andrew T.
  • Fishing with Michael
    Craig O.
    Craig O.
  • Fishing with Michael
    Nicholas G.
    Nicholas G.
  • July fishing trip
    Thomas K.
    Thomas K.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
14 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Clackacraft
Boat type
Drift boat
Engine model
1
Powered by
1 x 1HP
Max cruising speed
1 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Snacks
Your guide will have snacks and drinks for your day.
Drinks
Your guide will have a cooler filled with cold drinks.
Lunch
Only on full day trips.
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Hamilton to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Children are welcome on the boat but 12 years old and younger must wear a PFD.
Catch and release mandatory
We practice catch and release exclusively.

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.