Land of the Giants, Missouri River

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The Land of the Giants is a short section of the Missouri River between Hauser and Holter lakes in Montana.
 
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$
595
/ Boat
Capacity:
1 - 2 anglers
Days:
Daily
Duration:
1 day
The Missouri River below Holter Dam offers fine Montana tail-water fishing. Nice sized trout in good numbers inhabit this section of the Missouri, which winds it’s way through broad ... morecanyon walls before leaving the mountains for the plains. Both Brown and Rainbow trout call the Missouri River home, and are willing to take a wide variety of fly patterns. Because it is a popular fishing destination, the Missouri can see crowded conditions. Those seeking solitude may find one of our other trips more suitable. This section of the Missouri River is located 2 hours from our home of Bozeman, Montana. Our trips to the Missouri are a minimum of 2 days. Our Missouri River Guide Rate is higher than our Standard Rate to provide for guide’s transportation and lodging.

Note: Minimum 2 days
$
600
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$
700
/ Boat
Capacity:
1 - 3 anglers
Days:
Daily
Duration:
1 day
Destination:
The guide staff at the Upland Angler is an extremely qualified, experienced group of professionals who have grown up fishing the local waters. We specialize in the Missouri River and ... moreprovide a variety of skills from beginner anglers, to experts alike. No matter where or how you choose to fish, we will strive to make your experience a truly enjoyable one.
$
500
/ Boat
Capacity:
1 - 2 anglers
Days:
Daily
Duration:
1 day
Destination:
Experienced anglers will apprediate The “Mighty Missouri.” Well develped skills of stealth and accurate casts are required to catch the large, cautious rainbows and browns. Wade fishing ... moreis great on the Missouri, with abundant hatches of BWOs, Caddis, PMDs, Tricos match-the-hatch dry-flies that compete with thousands of the real bugs, and a drag free drift are required to catch the huge, wary and finicky Rainbows and Browns rising to Caddis, BWO’s, PMD’s, Trico’s and more. The Missouri river can be one of the finest in Montana for experienced wade fishermen. But float trips can also be good when there are no fish rising. 

We fish the Missouri from Holter Dam to Cascade, a 30-mile stretch of river designated a “Blue Ribbon” tail water fishery. Our guides know this section well and can help you hook an awesome catch.
$
495
/ Boat
Capacity:
1 - 2 anglers
Days:
Daily
Duration:
1 day
Destination:
The Missouri River starts near Three Forks, Montana and offers beginning anglers and experienced fishermen alike the opportunity to hone their skills. Our guides will help you make ... morethe most of your time on the water and will provide the instruction you need or want based on your experience level.
Additional Information
Tributaries:
Hauser Dam, Beaver Creek
Length:
3 miles
Latest Guide Fishing Reports
Guide Reports
 (1)
Windy, Snowing, Raining, and cold....but we prevailed the only boats on the water and it produced with Rookie Flyfisherman. Quoted from them: "Best freshwater fishing I've ever done!"
Date:
Wednesday, 11 May, 2016
Fish Caught:
4-8 fish
Fishing Trips
Land of the Giants is a section of the Missouri River that we access by motorized boat. We coined the phrase " land of the giants" 15 years ago. This section got its nickname for a ... morereason! The biggest and baddest fish in the Missouri live in this section. Many of our clients will fish multiple days here and stay in Helena for the duration of their trip.
Destination:
  • Lunch, All Inculsive
We will tailor your Montana fishing trip to your interests and needs. We provide a guide with in depth experience on native waters so you will learn which bug to use and where to find ... morethe best fishing opportunities. Our fly fishing day trips include lunch, beverages, shuttle service to your fishing location and we can provide your fishing leader, tippet and fly rod if you need. Supplies such as waders and sunglasses, as well as rides from the airport are not included. Maximize your fishing experience by utilizing a guide who knows the best places and practices to fish.
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  • Flies and Tackle
  • Rods and Reels
  • Lunch
  • Non-Alcoholic Beverages (Usually Coke, Diet Coke and Water)
  • Guide and Instruction
A full day trip on the "Land of the Giants" section of the Missouri River. This trip meets at the Gates of the Mountains marina 20 miles south of Helena Montana on upper Holter Lake. ... moreThe guide/USCG licensed captain will meet you at the marina on upper Holter Lake where you will launch a custom jet boat and motor roughly 15 minutes across the lake to the Missouri River. The Boat is a 16 foot G3 skiff powered by a 30hp Yamaha outboard jet. The skiff is equiped with oars, casting braces and seating, which allow it to function much like a drift boat. The fishing is float style fishing with the guide rowing down the river as anglers cast flies from the boat. The motor is used to navigate across the lake and to the various streches of the river for floating. The guide will provide all the flies and tackle that you need for the day. All you really need to bring is a Montana Fishing license, appropriate clothing and sunglasses for eye protection. Floats are typically around 7 hours of floating but can vary depending on the preference of the customer. All of the fishing is usually done from the boat, which makes wearing waders optional and not at all nessesary. At mid day you will take a break on the bank and enjoy lunch provided by your guide. At the Land of the Giants, we target numbers of large trout with nymphs, streamers and ocassionally dry flies. This river will typically will fish well from mid April through June and again from September through October. Trout typically range from 16-24 inches with fish over 24 inches possible. Fish in the 18-21 inch range are normal and the bigger fish of the day typically range from 22-25 inches. The river flows through a steep scenic canyon with beautiful cliffs above. Sightings of eagles, deer and mountain goats high on the cliffs are frequent. This is a truly amazing trip that frequently produces big numbers of large rainbow trout with an occasional brown trout.
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