Fishing Season: April-November

Middle Fork Flathead River - MT

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

64

Glacier Anglers's Tip of the Week

The river is fishing well! Can not go wrong where you fish. large dry flies for the best chance at a larger fish. Water temps are warming. Best practice is to be done fishing early as water temps fluctuate. Quick releases, keeping the fish in the water will help reduce the stress on

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Map of Middle Fork Flathead River

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Glacier Anglers

5-Day Outlook as of 7/18/24

Hot this week. We should see the river maintain a steady slow decline.

Techniques & Tips as of 7/18/24

Fishing large dry flies with shallow droppers have been working great. Nymphing deep with indicators will also produce fish.

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):
Low Rider CDC & Elk Caddis tan 12-16
Griffin's Stimicator brown 14-16
Adams Parachute Dry Fly brown 10-14
Bead Head Caddis Pupa natural 12-14

Low Rider CDC & Elk Caddis

Our caddis flies are designed for a wide range of trout-fishing situations.

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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:

Big caddis Mayfly's Stonefly's

Best Time to Fish:

afternoon

Best Stretch:

paola-cascadilla

Best Access:

Paola