Fishing Season: April-November

Middle Fork Flathead River - MT

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Temperature 47°

Temp:

47°

Water Temp:

43

Glacier Anglers's Tip of the Week

Look for slow water! Last weeks warm weather caused the river to rise and the visibility to decrease.

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Map of Middle Fork Flathead River

Water Flow Data

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Glacier Anglers

5-Day Outlook as of 5/15/24

Cooling trend forecasted into the weekend. Expect river to drop and fishing conditions to improve slightly

Techniques & Tips as of 5/15/24

Deep Indicator rigs with girdle bugs and sparkle worms are a great option. Bead heads and prince nymphs can also produce some interest.

Local Species Available April-November

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    Trout

Glacier Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Vernille San Juan Worm purple 12-16
Bead Head Stonefly brown 14-16
Bead Head Krystal Caddis Larva brown 10-14
Tungsten Cone Head Woolly Bugger natural 12-14

Vernille San Juan Worm

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Glacier Anglers's Recommended Gear

Description: About Middle Fork Flathead River

The Middle Fork of the Flathead River originates in the heart of the Great Bear Wilderness in one of the most remote and pristine areas in the lower 48. Once the river reaches Hwy 2, just west of Marias Pass, if flows westward, following the highway and making up the majority of the southern boarder of Glacier National Park until its confluence with the North Fork near Blankenship Bridge. The Middle Fork is a true Jewel, with excellent West Slope Cutthroat fishing along its entire length.

Nearest Airport:

Glacier International - Kalispel (FCA)

Hatches:

Skwalas, Mayflies

Best Time to Fish:

afternoon

Best Stretch:

West Glacier to Blankenship

Best Access:

West Glacier