Montana’s outfitting industry includes many of the country’s most accomplished guides. We are proud to be a part of an exclusive group of dedicated professionals who embrace their occupation as not merely a job, but a special way of life. Here at Great Waters Inn, seasoned outfitter and guide Mark Lane, heads up a talented group of veteran guides. Rich in abilities, enthusiastic and with patience to spare, our guides will accompany you to the area’s most productive rivers and streams. With their knowledge and guidance at your disposal, your fly fishing success is assured.

RIVER PROFILES

Big Hole - Described as the perfect trout stream by legendary anglers as Joe Brooks, and George Grant, the Big Hole River lays claim to Montana’s most beautiful river. Renowned for it’s famous salmonfly hatch, the Big Hole draws anglers from across the country and throughout the world. Good golden stone hatches overlap with the salmonflies as the month of June turns to July. For anglers looking for diversity in their catch, the Big Hole is the last river where one can catch all five species of trout capturing the coveted grand slam of trout fishing.

Beaverhead - Looking for BIG fish? The Beaverhead is the place. Montana Fish & Game shocking surveys report a trout of four pounds every fifty feet of river! A remarkable static, the best big trout small stream in the country. Seasoned anglers will appreciate the size and tenacity of it’s trout. It’s not uncommon to consistently hook rainbows and browns in the 17 to 21 inch range throughout the course of the day. Nymph fishing is excellent all season with opportunities to sight fish nymphs to monster trout in shallow water. Good hatches of pale morning duns, yellow sally stones and caddis round out the fishing opportunities for anglers looking to take these large trout on the surface.

<> <>Madison - Montana’s star attraction during the sixties and seventies was the Madison River. Virtually every Fishing publication during that time featured the wonderful fishing one could expect. Famous for it’s surface feeding rainbows, the river was a beacon to visiting anglers from all parts. The Madison is a large, fast flowing stream. Most anglers are more comfortable fishing from a drift boat as it is treacherous to wade. It boasts a great salmon fly hatch as well as good caddis and grasshopper fishing. Because of it’s shallow depth, the trout consistently look to the surface for their fare. Hard charging rainbows and browns in the 14 to 18 inch range will keep you entertained as you float through one of Montana’s most dramatic high elevation valleys.


Greatwaters Inn - Their Montana Fly Fishing Lodge has well appointed rooms complete with queen sized beds and private baths are always clean and comfortable. Eight rooms are located in two 4-plex units across from the main lodge. Meals are superb. Laura Gneting, our manager and chef, will prepare such delicacies as charcoal grilled New York Steaks with twice baked potatoes with sautéed peppers and red onions. Honey spiced Cornish game hens accompanied with wild rice and butternut squash. Balsamic cranberry pork loin complimented with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. All diners are served with tossed salad, specialty dressing, fresh baked breads and delectable desserts.

Our packages average $495 per angler per day and start at a minimum of three days guided fishing. All packages include arrival night lodging and dinner, guided fishing and all lodging and meals. Also included are all daily tackle needs such as flies, leaders etc.
3 day / 4 night $1,585 per angler
4 day / 5 night $2,080 per angler
5 day / 6 night $2,575 per angler

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