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Spring Stay and Fish Special

The Tackle Shop Fly Shop and Fishing Guides in Ennis, Montana

Person holding a speckled rainbow trout over a fishing net while standing in a river, near a wooden boat.

2 Days Fishing – 3 Nights Accommodations

Pre-Runoff Fly Fishing Without the Crowds
Fly fishing in Montana between March 1 and April 30 is like no other fly fishing experience in the world. During this time of year, fly fishermen have the best chance of catching fish, and there are fewer people around than at other times of the year. The river is cool and low, and the fish are hungry after a long winter. While typically nymph fishing we do get some great hatches of skwala stone flies, Mothers Day Caddis, Blue Winged Olives, and March Browns. This idyllic fly fishing break will restore your spirit and is guaranteed to be something you’ll always remember. This is our guides’ favorite time to fish Montana. Come once in the spring, and you will see why. Make sure you bring along friends or family, as it makes fly fishing even more enjoyable!

Rates: $1,967 for 1-2 anglers

What’s Included: 2 days of guided fly fishing and 3 Nights lodging.
All gear and lunches, a $200 gift card to Tavern 287 for dinners, and local transportation are included. We can pick you up at the hotel every day of your trip.

Not Include: Fishing license fees and guide gratuities are not included.

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The Experience

A speckled fish swims just beneath the rippling surface of a shallow, golden-lit stream over a rocky bottom.
A mayfly with translucent, patterned wings and long antennae perches on a bare twig against a blurred green and blue background.
Two anglers fly fishing while standing in a drift boat on a river, with rugged mountains rising in the background.
A bearded man wearing sunglasses and a cap holds a speckled brown trout with both hands while seated in a boat on a river.
Prime Fishing Conditions

Enjoy low, cool rivers and active fish hungry after winter’s chill.

Rare Spring Hatches

Cast into vibrant hatches of Skwala, Caddis, Blue Winged Olives, and more.

Peaceful, Crowd-Free Waters

Fish in serene solitude before the summer rush begins.

Shared Outdoor Joy

Make lasting memories with friends or family in Montana’s springtime beauty.

Book Your Trip Today

$1,967 for 1-2 anglers | 2 Days Fishing – 3 Nights Accommodations

Includes: All gear and lunches, a $200 gift card to Tavern 287 for dinners, and local transportation are included. We can pick you up at the hotel every day of your trip.

Not Include: Fishing license fees and guide gratuities are not included.

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Log cabin motel room with two beds in patchwork quilts, a wall-mounted TV, wooden table, and an open front door.

Where You’ll Stay

Right on the edge of town sits the Riverside Inn.  Cute comfortable cabins and rooms make you feel right at home.  The best part is the location.  A quick walk to the river, Lyons Park, The Tackle Shop and any of the down town Ennis eating and drinking establishments.  Live your best life immersed in the Cultural Epicenter of Trout.
Hotel Amenities: Flatscreen TVs, air conditioning, a refrigerator, a microwave, USB outlets.

What You’ll Eat

What’s For Lunch: We pride ourselves on our guide boat lunches, which are the best lunches on the river. When it is cool outside, get ready for a grilled and warm streamside lunch to warm you up.
What’s For Dinner:  At Tavern 287 right in the heart of Down town Ennis start with yummy starters like Truffle Tots.  Our pick is the Elk Osso Bucco or the Pheasant Rangoon.  This might be the best food in the area in a fun casual down town location. Then, top it all off with one of the house-made desserts.

Sliced roasted duck breast plated with braised red cabbage, roasted potatoes, and a green herb sauce on a white square plate.
Smiling man in a camo cap holds a large spotted brown trout beside a river, with grassy plains and cloudy sky in the background.

Missouri River Snow Storm

Great fishing in a Montana spring snowstorm! I was scheduled to fish the Bitterroot River, but rain and snowmelt had drastically raised the river overnight. John Way, owner, outfitter, and guide of The tackle Shop, suggested we fish the Missouri River instead. When we arrived it was snowing dime-sized flakes sideways and the temperature was 30 degrees. We fished for almost 9 hours. My hands were cold, but the fishing was exccellent. I caught 1…

– J Stewart, Orvis.com

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Book Your Trip Today

$1,967 for 1-2 anglers | 2 Days Fishing – 3 Nights Accommodations

Includes: All gear and lunches, a $200 gift card to Tavern 287 for dinners, and local transportation are included. We can pick you up at the hotel every day of your trip.
Not Include: Fishing license fees and guide gratuities are not included.

Book Now
Wooden barn-style building with an upper-level deck, garage doors, and a gravel driveway, set against grassy fields and distant mountains.

Montana Way Property Management

Are you looking for a place to stay during your Ennis, Montana fly fishing adventure? Check out our favorite rentals below and let Montana Way take care of all your accommodation needs.

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Three anglers fly fishing from a drift boat on a river, with grassy banks and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Fly Fishing Day Trips

Our all-inclusive trips are designed to give you the fly fishing adventure you have always dreamed of. Take advantage of full-day or half-day trips while we bring along the flies, rods, reels, waders and boots.

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Gear Up for Your Trip

Fly fishing in Montana is a world-class experience! When preparing for a guided fly fishing trip, it is essential to bring the appropriate gear. In the spring, Montana weather can change by the minute, so the proper gear is essential. Take a look at our online fly shop for a full line of Orvis products, as well as many of the most popular gear and clothing brands available.