Within a short drive of Big Sky there are several of arguably the best fly fishing rivers in the nation. Whether your preference is to fish the Gallatin, the Madison, the Yellowstone or to fish in Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky is a perfect home base.
There are several fly shops in Big Sky and Bozeman, but here is my personal preference for each community:
Big Sky: East Slope Outdoors
Located right on the Gallatin River just past the Big Sky Spur Road
888.FLY-FYSH (888.359.3974)
406.995.4369
Bozeman: Greater Yellowstone Flyfishers
29 Pioneer Way
406.585.5321
Recommended Fly Fishing Guides
Every fly shop offers guide services, and most are very capable of getting you into fish to help you enjoy your day on the water. But for a truly memorable experience, I can comfortably recommend the following two as the best around:
Brian Kimmel - Outfitter
Shadow of a Trout Outfitters
406.763.4126
Brian Kimmel is a life-long resident of Montana and has been fishing for over 30 years. Brian has been recognized by the leader in the fly fishing industry, the ORVIS Company, as one of the very best guides in the world by achieving the coveted "Orvis Guide of the Year" award. In addition to numerous appearances in the television and print media, Brian is also a current member of the Fly Fishing Team USA, which speaks volumes to his ability as both a guide and fellow fisherman.
Having has the privilege of fishing with Brian several times over the last few years, I can assure you that not only is Brian very qualified as a guide, he is equally qualified as someone who will ensure a very enjoyable day on the water.
Dave Alvin - Outfitter
East Slope Outdoors
www.eastslopeoutdoors.com
888.FLY-FYSH (888.359.3974)
406.995.4369
Long time local "Super Dave" has been fishing since he was knee-high to a grasshopper. During the last two decades he's been in Montana guiding, outfitting and fishing for fun, tracking down trout wherever they're found. When he's not on the water, Dave ties flies commercially and specializes in personal creations or variations specific to the area.
White Water Rafting & Kayaking
Geyser Whitewater Expeditions
800.914.9031
406.995.4989
Big Sky Resort
800.548.4486
Gallatin Alpine Sports
www.gallatinalpinesports.com
888.3.alpine
406.995.2313
Grizzly Outfitters
888.807.9452
406.995.2939
320 Guest Ranch
800.243.0230
406.995.4283
Cache Creek Outfitters
406.995.3888
Jake's Horses
800.352.5956
406.995.4630
Grizzly Outfitters
888.807.9452
406.995.2939
Big Sky Golf Course
406.995.5780
Winter Activities
Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Big Sky Resort
www.bigskyresort.com
Big Sky Resort Contact Information
800.548.4486 Reservations
800.548.4487 Group Sales & Marketing
866.995.2007 toll free Big Sky Properties Real Estate
406.995.5900 Snow Phone
406.995.5000 Local Switchboard for Huntley/Shoshone
406.995.8000 Local Switchboard for Summit
406-995.5743 Snowsports School
Moonlight Basin Contact Information
General Information Email: resort@moonlightbasin.com
Mountain Concierge: 866.512.7716 or concierge@moonlightbasin.com
Snow Phone: 406.993.6666
800.514.4644
Cross Country Skiing is a 31-year tradition at Lone Mountain Ranch. They are blessed with a very reliable snow . . the dry, Rocky Mountain powder. By using state-of-the-art equipment and a very skilled grooming staff, they professionally groom a beautiful 85 KM trail system for both skating and striding.
320 Guest Ranch
800.243.0230
406.995.4283
Cache Creek Outfitters
406.995.3888
Jake's Horses
800.352.5956
406.995.4630
Lone Mountain Ranch
406.995.2783
Alpine Snowmobile Tours
Rainbow Ranch Lodge
406.580.3812
Canyon Adventures
800.520.7533
406.995.4450