The Wild Mile River Retreat 4.6 Superb. Site name This is the official name of the site in the database. The South Fork of the Flathead is known in the fly fishing world as the mecca for dry-fly cutthroat trout fishing. Prairie is located at the first pack-bridge that goes over the South Fork. of people doing the whole South Fork trip in 4 days, but I would recommend at least 6 I. Aug 1-7 Clothes hang to dry on the line, and steaks sizzle on a . There were springs above the rocks on the other side of the river, and there was the constant sound of dripping water from that side. We pick you up each day at the hotel and in the evenings you can enjoy fun western towns like Bozeman and Livingston, Browse our large network of vacation homes and cabins that are either on the water or centrally located to great fishing. bobmarshallwilderness12@gmail.com, your trip email Bobmarshallwilderness12@gmail.com or Call Trent Osburn (406)321-0984. specializing insummer and early fall traditional horseback family vacations. . 2. We offer both full and half day options. Lodge packages include all meals and guided fishing so you can sit back, relax and enjoy a great fly fishing vacation, Enjoy great fishing and keep your costs in check with one of our hotel packages. The focal point of these unique fisheries are the South Fork of the Flathead River and its tributaries. For pricing on lodging packages visit each individual package for rates, inclusions and exclusions. Build lasting relationships with your best clients or reward your key employees with one of our custom built corporate fishing retreats. FLATHEAD RIVER Shuttles between Buffalo Bridge and Perma. Polebridge 11 miles down, this is a great option for a long day trip from the border or a shorter one from Ford. Especially toward the end of the trip, going into Meadow Creek Gorge. settlement due to the restrictions on technology in wilderness areas. Here are a few tips specifically for this trip: Regarding shuttling- after publishing this blog, I found out that there is indeed a shuttle service that there are a couple shuttle services that run vehicles around the Bob. you paddle hard. The South Fork is formed from the junction of Danaher Creek and Young's Creek and runs for 45 miles due north, fed by dozens of small tributaries, where it exits the wilderness near Spotted Bear Ranger Station. Our Bob Marshall trips are operated in partnership with long time packer and permit holder Rich McAtee. It forms the western border for Glacier National Park and is incredibly beautiful. June 30-July 6 The trail from Pyramid Pass is about 2 miles longer but it gets us up onto Youngs Creek faster. Flooding is a coast-to-coast threat to some part of the United States and its territories nearly every day of the year. The first two days of your trip will be spent travelling on horseback to get to the upper reaches of the river. Be aware, even on the river! The South Fork currently has the largest genetically pure population in the world. We are located under the giant log arch on the south side of US Highway 2, 1/2 mile west of West Glacier. You will have the opportunity to fish remote streams and lakes teaming with trout. The drive to Spotted Bear is about 2 hours from Kalispell. Here are our recommendations for rods, lines, flies, tippet, waders and more. S F Flathead River nr Columbia Falls MT. There is one dedicated outfitter in the region that is focused specifically on fishing and they run the best guides in the region. This is a great family option if you have rafting skills. Note: Montana/Glacier National Park boundary is the ordinary high water mark on the park side of the river. It can only be accessed by foot or horseback. Just did a short weekend trip on the S Fork. Montana Angler holds a federal permit to guide our guests on these legendary waters, Fish over 20 legendary Montana rivers across multiple valleys or get off the beaten path on our exclusive private access ranch leases. Rome2rio makes travelling from Kalispell Airport (FCA) to Bigfork easy. Especially toward the end of the trip, going into Meadow Creek Gorge. The South Fork of the Flathead River is a different beast. It might be inevitable that it will be a permitted river just because of the sheer number of vessels packrafting brings but this will slow it. The South Fork is also one of the few places in Montana where the threatened bull trout may be directly targeted by anglers. Extended season for whitefish and catch-and-release for trou open December 1 to third Saturday in May with artificial lures and/or maggots only. Combined Trout: 3 daily and in possessionession, none over 12 inches in rivers and streams, no size limit in lakes. There are only a few commercial Outfitting Permits on the river, and we are one of them. The South Fork Flathead attracts lots of fishermen with small inflatables, and some with big rafts. 2. Typically this is a 900lb capacity per flight including guests and gear. I appreciate any help anyone can give me. This technical match the hatch fishing produces big results. Plan for your Montana fishing trip. I also own a packraft rental company, Backcountry Packrafts, so my business benefits greatly from the popularity of this river. There are a ton of rookie guides in this area however. Youngs Creek Pass off of Lodgepole Trail Head(just north of Ovando, MT) and the Bob Marshall pack trips operated by Flathead NF permit holder Rich McAtee. Wilderness access You will need to hike or horse pack a good 25+ miles regardless of trailhead choice here. The first and third time we entered the Bob (Bob Marshall Wilderness) via the Dixon Another 20 to the small town of Dixon. Choose from Montana's most comprehensive selection of fly fishing trips. I'm sure it has mellowed a bit with flows around 2400. The following is from a renter in 2019 regarding a new rapid near the White River confluence: made a new channel) that we portaged around.". Just $1 per month . and not any tributaries, you also cant keep them and technically you are To reserve your trip email Bobmarshallwilderness12@gmail.com or Call Trent Osburn (406)321-0984 We are Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters specializing in summer and early fall traditional horseback family vacations. . Other options includeexploring and learning about the ecology, history and majestic landscapes of the Bob, as you make memories that last a lifetime. A rental car divided by 4 shouldn't be too bad. With over 30 years ofexperiencein the Bob, we will take you into the pristine backcountry for a memorable Bob Marshall Wildernessexperience that will inspire you for life. Montana Angler guides fish the famous Livingston creeks in addition to several other spring creeks on some of our exclusive ranch leases. July 21-27 Let us help you build the perfect lodging and fishing package. -Bryan G. Explore the largest wilderness complex in the lower 48 on these all inclusive fly fishing adventures to the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Hi Hollisd, we are doing the 4 miles from the confluence to Mid Creek, then hiking out and driving back to Kalispell to fly home the next day. They were super fun to be around. Keep in mind that is only on the South Fork June 30-July 6 We set up all the camps, cook meals and provide two dedicated fishing guides to help you out. It is also very remote. We offer both full and half day options. These issues included transportation options for personnel, equipment and materials, the use of motorized equipment in wilderness, fish removal methods, fish stocking, and the status and . Nice mellow float through here. PRIVATE VEHICLE SHUTTLES FOR RIVER TRIPS IN AND AROUND THE FRANK CHURCH WILDERNESS. Explore the largest wilderness complex in the lower 48 on these all inclusive fly fishing adventures to the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Aug 2-8, June 22-28 Or extend it to the next one. Not all locations fish well every month but there is always something peaking on any given week. I just got back from the SF Flathead. South Fork Road Access The road between Hungry Horse Reservoir and the Spotted Bear Ranch has several obvious road sites where you can do a primitive launch. We were told that there was ton of blowdown on the White River Trail so we didnt bother walking up it. Find out when to come, what equipment to bring, browse blog articles, and more. Streams running off the east side of the range drain into the 98-mile (158 km) South Fork Flathead River. SHUTTLE. 12, T.11 N., R.22 W. 12: Resident fishery. We only need to get to the trailhead and then to Kalispell. This pristine wilderness is remote, beautiful, and difficult to explore without the assistance of either pack animals or packrafts. Not sure how it would be in This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. Experience some of the lower 48's most remote fisheries. Even hitting multiple access points on the same river can be helpful with a car never mind the post-fishing ice cream, beer, dinner run. Many of the cutthroat also run out of the massive Hungry Horse Reservoir to the north producing surprisingly sizable fish mostly in the 12-18" range with a few over 20". The Glacier Park International Airport is situated on over 1,500 acres of land. Didnt see another human soul, but some of the deeper pools had hundreds and hundreds of fish. Bull trout: catch-and-release from the third saturday in May through July 31. Fishing more for bull trout, because you won't catch as many cut-throats and the ones you catch will be bigger, 8. Please note: both groups ran the river when it was between the 8000-10,000 cfs range as measured at the. From Meadow Creek it is an hour at least, on a dusty road back to Hungry Horse, MT (keep | July 8-July 14 You can also get to Young's creek via Pyramid Pass, but from a hiking perspective it is supposed to be harder. The Bob Marshall Wilderness in northwest Montana is one of those rare places where people can truly experience the outdoors By Experience the wilds of Montana on a multi-day horse pack adventure. Blankenship Bridge Common takeout point at the confluence that forms the main-stem of the Flathead river. Ive seen one Blackbear and have had a handful of customers report black bear sightings on the river. The main stemflows through Columbia Falls and into Flathead Lake. 16-18 miles of hiking over Youngs Creek Pass to the first float-able stretches Perma 14 miles from Dixon. Included:all meals, non-alcoholic beverages, fly rods and all flies and tackle, all camping equipment, Excluded:airfare, alcohol (guests can bring with them to be packed), arrival/departure lodging (can add at additional cost), transportation to from Kalispell, Montana fishing license & permit, gratuities. Mark. It runs out of the Bob Marshall Wilderness, offering options for both wilderness trips and road access trips. Flathead River. Theres a short class 3 rapid where the creek goes into a narrow canyon in the last couple miles of the river that should be scouted. Flathead River Montana The drainage is one of Americas coolest river systems. We put in on Young's Creek just above where Babcock flows in late on our second day and paddled about a mile till we reached the first portage. Shuttle Services. because you wont feel rushed. . possible because it gets hot on the south side of the pass and there isnt The South Fork of the Flathead is known in the fly fishing world as the Mecca for dry-fly cutthroat fishing. Flathead River Shuttle Services Western Montana Shuttle Services The Swan River has no reliable shuttle services that we know of. Sometimes paying a small fee is just easier than figuring out the logistics of multiple vehicles, hitchhiking, etc. It's remote. Options include unique fishing lodges, exclusive ranch stays, riverside vacation rentals, and affordable hotel packages. Web. Teakettle 14 miles below Blankenship. One near Blackbear Creek- stay on the inside of the river and not where the current takes you on the outside to avoid a couple large boulders. We will help you hand pick the perfect lodge, design a great fishing program and help coordinate all logistics from airport transfers to meeting, Explore the world's most amazing fisheries with our destination travel program. But, this pristine wilderness is rather . At those flows it is worth a scout. By the time we hit the rapids before the Mid Creek Takeout the river was at about 3000 cfs and they were easy class ii+ iii- but are worth looking at to find the best line. Four Rivers Shuttle 406-370-5845. long day of hiking your first day and then float the rest of the trip (its Weather in the Northern Rockies can be fickle and it is always a good idea to come prepared regardless of the season. Montana Adventure Shuttles and Four Rivers Shuttle and Boat Rental, both based out of Missoula, can shuttle your vehicle pretty much anywhere around the Bob. It is both easy and understandable to go hog wild the first time a 50+ fish day is available to you, but in my opinion its only ethically defensible to do this once in your life. Also a popular takeout from the North and Middle forks. All bull trout must be released immediately. Fishing-specific boats, frames, Montana fishing guides. for huckberries on the way down. These first two days are mostly riding days but you will have the chance to fish near the camps in the evenings and mornings while camp is being setup or taken down. Read about average temperatures and weather patterns month by month. View Stream Flow Data . For overnight floats its a must. Above the reservoir, you can drive very rough forest service roads for 50 miles or so until reaching a trailhead. Purchase online. Please check out the link here for check station locations. you dont see til youre almost there you can probably skirt it to the right if We are a Montana based Outfitting business licensed through the Montana Board of Outfitters and permitted through the U.S Forest Service to operate exclusively in and around the 1.5 million acre Bob Marshall Wilderness complex. The North Fork, Middle Fork and South Fork all come together to form the Main Stem near Columbia Falls. South Fork Flathead: 1993: Lolo Creek, South Fork: Missoula: Headwaters to NE 1/4 of Sec. None of Benji Lilly caught the strikingly pale stocked trout Canada has seen a staggering rise in the A step-by-step guide for Texas-rigging plastic baits. Picking up other people's trash if you see it. These large predatory trout are eager to hunt well placed over-sized streamers. We put on Youngs on the 12th at the next water crossing below Babcock below a large log jam. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Backpacking, Horseback Riding At a Glance General Information Directions: Pyramid Pass Trailhead is the closest access. said, my friends and I did it and made it through having minimal prior packraft Upper South Fork Flathead River drainage, in Upper Youngs Creek. 531-0003 MISSOURI AND DEARBORN RIVERS Missouri River Trout Shop, Craig 1-800-337-8528 or 406-235-4474 Options include diverse lodging packages, camping trips, wilderness horse pack expeditions, day trips and world wide travel. Started the Busted Oar Lock to share interesting stories and discoveries from the road. Or you can go East to Coram and the Glacier Grill. Around 5 miles total. There are only a few commercial Outfitting Permits on the river, and we are one of them. Hit me up with a PM and lets put something together. A packraft also makes a great boat for fishing without a shuttle as you can just walk back to your rig. These large predatory trout are eager to hunt well placed over-sized streamers. The Flathead River is unique among the rivers in Montana in that it is really three rivers in one, with two main sections that are good for fishing. As a gateway to the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park, Kalispell, GPI, is owned by the Flathead Airport Authority. Closed to angling June 1 through September 30 within a 150-yard radius of the Big Creek stream mouth unless posted at a greater distance. Choose from over 20 fabled blue ribbon rivers that we target. and the canyons make for some great pictures. There is no restaurant in Hungry Horse that has all three of the magic A short section below the Hungry Horse Dam makes up the final stretch before the confluence. Four Rivers - Does most of the river. and paddle hard through the rapid. The car would literally be sitting there not used for 8 days. It was my first time taking Youngs gorge after 3 trips on the S. Fork and it was everything I had in me not to flip. But it doesn't make sense to rent a vehicle for 8 days just to have it sit unattended. So you can really get away from it all! Thank you Montana Angler and Rich for the awesome trip!" Most of the parties on the river were rafting. The Flathead River (Salish: lqetk ntxetk, ntxe, Kutenai: kananmituk), in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Montana, originates in the Canadian Rockies to the north of Glacier National Park and flows southwest into Flathead Lake, then after a journey of 158 miles (254 km), empties into the Clark Fork.The river is part of the Columbia River drainage basin, as the Clark . Anglers will fly into Kalispell and drive or get shuttled to the Wilderness Lodge near the Spotted Bear trailhead (or stay the night in a local hotel and drive to the trailhead early the next morning). It's breathtaking! You must log in or register to reply here. isnt attached. Motor boats use this often. The rivers, streams and lakes of Yellowstone National Park hold a special place in the hearts of many anglers. rained on for one-half day. We will help you hand pick the perfect lodge, design a great fishing program and help coordinate all logistics from airport transfers to meeting, Explore the world's most amazing fisheries with our destination travel program. South Fork Lolo Creek Trail parallels stream. your eyes peeled for huckleberries on the way). Aug 9-15, (Guests should plan on flying into Kalispell the night before the trip departs and fly home the day after), $345/day single angler fee for single anglers or an odd number in the group, 6 people max (unless one exclusive group then can do 8 people) The last day of the trip you will see a sign Cascadilla Creek 11 miles down. For There are 3 main reasons for this as I see it: It is very scenic. He talks about the hike in sections as well as everything that can be floated. If you are hoping to delay this river becoming a permit river, I would suggest: Having your fires below the high water mark. Just found out Four Rivers Shuttle service, out of Missoula runs shuttles around the Bob. The South Fork of the Flathead runs for over 100 miles through the Bob Marshall Wilderness, the largest roadless area in the lower 48. Big Trail in over Lodge Pole (Young's Pass) was relatively clear. Essex Bridge 5 miles down, the bridge is a nicer launch site than bear creek and is more passable in low flows. and the second time via the White River. From Bear Creek to the confluence you can access the river from the highway at multiple locations. Are you doing a trip this year, if so what are the dates? . Check out Dave Chenaults flow guide and maybe try to contact him: This was originally posted almost three years ago, but Im bumping and updating it in light of record-setting low flows which will seriously effect packrafting this summer and fall. Not a bad thing as they typically focus on whitewater and pick up fishing trips on the side. Hey Ben, thanks for the update. Note that some motor boats do use the lower river as well. The Bob Marshall Wilderness in northwest Montana is one of those rare places where people can truly experience the outdoors in its purest form and encounter nature on its own terms. The logistics of fishing the Flathead river from a boat are not easy. Coal Creek 9 miles below Polebridge. second we started from Bench Mark (West of Augusta, MT) and went in on the The next two year report will come out later this year, Rosenthal notes. Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters | Trent Osburn | 656 East Fork Rd., Sula, MT 59871 River's Edge in Deer Lodge - Does Upper river down to Gold Creek and Jens. Shuttle Services Sometimes paying a small fee is just easier than figuring out the logistics of multiple vehicles, hitchhiking, etc. Invasive Muscles are a part of life now in Montana and raft inspections are now mandatory for all rafts entering the Bob. Popular with water skiers in the summer. Enjoy lightly fished streams and trophy lakes on one our exclusive ranch leases. People stranded at the takeout, cars delivered days late, cars damaged, stolen, and abandoned in strange places. Plan for your Montana fishing trip. Mid Creek Takout This is where you will takeout from the Wilderness float. around it on the trail if it is intimidating. Not as good as the first time I fished it 5+ years ago, in my pre-packraft days, but still good. Adult Bull Trout ascend the North and Middle forks of the Flathead River to spawn in small tributary streams; in some cases traveling well over 100 miles in a few months. T0 Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters!! We all made it through without swimming but was more exciting than I had anticipated. later you go the more youll have to portage. Thanks. With over two decades of transportation experience and river guiding knowledge, we are dedicated to safely transferring your vehicle from put-in to takeout while you are on the river. Make sure you have a tribal pass. The first and third times I did it via Youngs Creek and the second time via the White River. Having your fires below the high water mark. Sportsmans Bridge Obvious access site. We take care of all the gear and you just sit back and relax after arriving in camp. and you can just walk with the raft on your back and carry your rod and But the truly best fishing around is accessed via a long . Ive heard The gorge on Youngs was about a mile of class ii+ boulder gardens with two or three class iii- rapids with big holes to avoid. Nights at the Wilderness Lodge are $75/person/night (so add $150 person to stay both on arrival and departure). 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