Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
50
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Tip of the Week
Subsurface has been the most productive way to catch fish with this warm weather we've been having. The damsel's and callibaetis haven't really started hatching yet. In the evenings the sedges are out but the fish haven't keyed into them yet.
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5-Day Outlook as of 7/9/25
The whole lake is finally open. Fishing has been a little slow as of recently. With the warmer weather look for the hatches to start kicking off and for the fishing to start picking up.
Techniques & Tips as of 7/9/25
Double nymph indicator rig, leeches, streamers.
Local Species Available Check Montana FWP regulations.
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Rainbow and Brook Trout
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Kokanee Salmon
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Zebra midge | black/red, black/ | 12-14 |
Egg Pattern | Orange | 12-14 |
Adams | 14 | |
Balance leech | olive | 10-12 |
Jig Mini Bugger | olive | 12 |
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line