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:

53

Blackfoot River Outfitters's Tip of the Week

1. Dry Droppers have been the best 2. Fish the slow inside bends and deeper pools 3. The creek is on the rise and float season is on the horizon!

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Map of Rock Creek

Water Flow Data

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Blackfoot River Outfitters
Blue Damsel Lodge

5-Day Outlook as of 5/22/25

The creek is in pretty good shape with all the cooler weather we've been having. The creek is on the way down and is pretty clear. Dry fly fishing should be picking up with March browns, purple haze, and chubbies. Look for a dry dropper with a worm to be the best method.

Techniques & Tips as of 5/22/25

Nymphing and Streamers in the morning. Fishing where you can't see the bottom has been the best method. Dry droppers in the late morning and evening.

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):
Tunghead Pheasant Tail N/A 12-16
Adams Brown 12-14
Bead Head Hare's Ear Nymph N/A 12-16
Stimulator Orange 6-10
Chubby Olive 10-14
TJ Hooker Coffee 10-12
Elk Wing Caddis Tan 14-16
Adam's Purple Parachute N/A 12-16
Perdigon Black/Red 16-18

Tunghead Pheasant Tail

Adding tungsten beads to mayfly patterns is relatively new.

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Item #144J

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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:

March browns and Skwalas

Best Time to Fish:

All day. Evening fishing has been great.

Best Stretch:

The entire river is fishing well.

Best Access:

Upper: Gilles Bridge Lower: Valley of the Moon