Fishing Season: Year round; some tributaries closed December 1-third week of May. Check regulations before fishing.

Rock Creek - MT

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

46

Blackfoot River Outfitters's Tip of the Week

If you're heading out, be ready for both: BWO dries for the slow foam lines and a box of streamers for fish that want to chase. Focus on the slower pools and deep riffle transitions while the water is cold. ***Closed to fishing from boats/vessels July 1 through Nov. 30***

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Map of Rock Creek

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Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Blackfoot River Outfitters
Blue Damsel Lodge

5-Day Outlook as of 10/16/26

Rock is going to have a little bit cooler weather this weekend compared to other places. Highs this weekend will be in the upper 50s with a mix of sun and clouds both days. The rest of the week looks to be very similar with highs in the 50s and a mix of sunshine and clouds. The overnight lows drop down into the 30s so starting the fishing day a little later isn’t a terrible idea.

Techniques & Tips as of 10/16/26

Fish slow and deep while it's cold. A nymph rig with a jig Perdigon or TJ Hooker in the deeper runs and tailouts is your best bet. On overcast days look for fish rising to BWOs in the tailouts. Swing or strip a dark streamer through the boulder runs to find the bigger fish.

Local Species Available Year round; some tributaries closed December 1-third week of May. Check regulations before fishing.

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    Cutthroat

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    rainbow

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    cutt-bow

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    brown

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    bull

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    some brook trout

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    and whitefish.

Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns

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

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Stimulator N/A #10-14
Elk Wing Caddis N/A #12-16
TH 20 Incher N/A #8-12
Elk Wing Caddis N/A 14-16
Bead Head Woolly Bugger Streamer N/A #10
Zebra Midge N/A #18-20
TJ Hooker Coffee 10-12
Perdigon Black/Red 16-18
Sparkle Minnow N/A #8

Stimulator

This attractor dry fly is great for imitating stoneflies and caddis.

3.99

Item #0928

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Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Gear

Description: About Rock Creek

On Montana's blue ribbon gem, Rock Creek, the fishing is as exhilarating as the scenery. This pristine, free flowing stream boasts one of the highest fish counts in the state. Rock Creek is a perfect classroom complete with consistent depth and speed riffles for nymphing, long and smooth taliout dry fly slicks and boulder-choked fast water corners providing a haven for streamer chase'n trout. Wade fishing the Creek with a guide affords any level of angler an opportunity to improve his/her skills, and, it's simply the best chance anywhere in Montana to catch five different trout species in one outing.

Nearest Airport:

Missoula International Airport (MSO)

Hatches:

BWO, Mahogany, October Caddis

Best Time to Fish:

All Day

Best Stretch:

Stick to the upper or lower. Stay out of the canyon in the winter.

Best Access:

Upper: Gilles Bridge Lower: Valley of the Moon