The Tackle Shop - Montana's oldest flyshop!

Since 1937, The Tackle Shop has been the "go to" flyfishing location for  the Madison River. Located on Main St. in Ennis, Montana, The Tackle Shop provides high quality Orvis tackle, accurate fishing advice, and memorable float and wade fishing trips. In 2001 The Tackle Shop was named "Orvis Outfitter of the Year".  Whether your need is quality flyfishing tackle, a memorable outfitting experience, or just good fishing advice, you will find The Tackle Shop will fulfill your needs. Make The Tackle Shop “Your Home on the Madison” as other fishermen have done for the past 74 years.

Hours of Operation:

In-season Hours: From May 15th to September 30th: Open every day from 7am to 7pm

Winter Hours: From October 1st until the following May 14th: Open every day from 9am to 5pm.

No sales tax & free shipping when you order by phone!

Looking to outfit yourself before you get to the Montana?  Be prepared and save money by purchasing everything you need from us. When you order you from us BY PHONE you will pay NO SALES TAX and receive FREE SHIPPING. Just give us a call and we can help you with your tackle choices and make sure your order is completed correctly. Call 406-682-4263 or 800-808-2832.

You can also purchase Orvis products from the Orvis Online Catalog, however you will be charged shipping and sales tax (if your State collects sales tax).

New Management

Exciting news for 2011, The Tackle Shop has a new owner!   John Way becomes the newest owner/operator of the shop and is dedicated to carrying on the traditions of the oldest fly shop in Montana.   John comes to the shop with over 15 years of Montana Outfitting experience on Western Montana Rivers.  He brings a vast knowledge of flyfishing for trout and a wonderful ability to communicate his love of the sport to others.  John will make you feel at home on the Madison and will improve your fishing experience.  John invites you to stop into the shop and introduce yourself and share your stories of the Madison and The Tackle Shop.

Guided Fly Fishing

The Tackle Shop offers flyfishing float trips and wade trips on many of Montana’s great rivers.  Call us and book your next Montana flyfishing adventure.  We will make your next outfitting experience on Montana’s rivers a memorable fishing experience.

Come join us for a Great Montana Adventure!