Fly Fishing On The Bighorn River

Enjoy The Sights & Take Home The Perfect Catch

Favorite Stretch: After Bay to Bighorn River Access

Seasons: Year-round

Prime Hatches: Caddis, Tricos

Bighorn’s abundance of trout keeps anglers coming back, again and again, to fish in its waters. 

With more fish packed into each mile of its waters than any other river in Montana, the Bighorn River attracts great numbers of eager fishermen every year. The river is stocked full of browns and rainbows. 

While nymphing tends to be the most productive technique on the 'Horn’, fantastic dry fly and streamer fishing can be had, especially during the summertime 'hopper’ fest that starts in August.

The Bighorn River is located in southeast Montana, flowing out of the Pryor Mountains and less than two hours from Billings, Montana. Billings serves as a good fly-in and -out spot for any Bighorn trip, but you'll want to stay on the river if you're doing anything more than a day trip. 

Our team will steer you in the right direction for great accommodation near Bighorn. Anywhere from public campgrounds to five-star lodges, we’ve got you covered.

The Bighorn River is a 'must do' river for any angler looking to put a check on the classic blue-ribbon trout fly fishing trips bucket list, without question.

We also offer hosted Bighorn River fly fishing trips for our clients.