Guided Flyfishing & Adventures

Guided Fly Fishing on the Madison River and other Trophy Rivers of Montana

Dan Delekta is one of the most experienced outfitters and guides in the area. He has guided on the Madison River and other Montana trophy rivers for over 40 years. His experience and his special Delektable ™ fly patterns help clients catch fish under all conditions.

Beartooth Flyfishing has a great group of experienced guides. These guides have worked with Dan for many years, and everyone works together to provide the best fly fishing experience.

All guides are subject to availability. Full Day Guide trips include lunches. Please let us know if you have any special food requirements or allergies. Gear and equipment is included with your float. If not taking a float, rental gear and equipment are available at a charge. Fishing licenses, Flies (You are only charged for the flies you use at a discounted rate), and guide gratuities are not included. Fishing licenses are available online Montana Fishing Licenses Online or can be purchased in the Beartooth Flyfishing Fly shop which has a vast array of flies, fishing gear, and other products.

2024 Policies and Rates

Full Day Float Trips and Walk/Wade Trips on the Madison River.

  • One or Two Anglers $650.00
  • Three Anglers (very limited, not recommended, and subject to pre-approval) Call the shop to ask about rates and availability.
  • Rental equipment including fly rods, boots and waders supplied at no additional charge, if needed.
  • Flies will be an additional charge. (You are only charged for the flies you use at a discounted rate)
  • Guide Gratuities are not included. Suggested amounts tend to range from 20% of guide fees or more. ($130.00-$200.00)

Full Day Float Trips and Walk/Wade Trips on the Ruby, Big Hole, Beaverhead, Bighorn, Jefferson, Missouri, Stillwater, Lower/Lower Madison Remote Section and Yellowstone Rivers — depending on conditions and availability. Trips on the Missouri, Big Horn and Stillwater require a minimum of two or three days and must be planned in advance with lodging for clients and their guides.

  • One or Two Anglers $700.00
  • Three Anglers (very limited, not recommended, and subject to pre-approval) Call the Shop to ask about rates and availability.
  • Rental equipment including fly rods, boots and waders supplied at no additional charge if needed.
  • Flies will be an additional charge. (You are only charged for the flies you use at a discounted rate)
  • Guide Gratuities are not included. Suggested amounts tend to range from 20% of guide fees or more. ($140.00-$200.00)

For guides and lodging we recommend that you book your trip several weeks in advance. We will confirm your reservation upon receipt of a 50% deposit or guaranty of deposit with a credit card.  Full refunds will be issued when trips are cancelled at least 30 days in advance of your trip date. No refunds will be issued if you cancel within 30 days of your trip; however, deposits may be credited to a trip during the same season, if you choose to reschedule and if we can reschedule with the same guide you reserved originally and only for full day trips. Deposits will also be refunded if another party books the dates you cancelled with the same guide you reserved for a full day trip.  Cancellations within 48 hours of date of trip may be charged the full trip amount. A $50.00 rebooking/cancellation fee will be charged for any scheduling changes made within 30 days of the original trip date. As we have no control over Mother Nature’s unpredictability, refunds are not made when due to inclement weather. (Actually, inclement weather often produces excellent fishing.)

Subject to availability, we are now offering half days. Half Days are limited to 4 hours fishing time. Please inquire about rates which start at $550.00. Lunch is not included for half days but can be requested and charged separately. Rental equipment including fly rods, boots and waders supplied at no additional charge if needed. Fishing licenses, Flies (You are only charged for the flies you use at a discounted rate), and Gratuities are not included. Suggested gratuity amounts tend to range from 20% of guide fees or more. ($110.00-$200.00)

Receipt of your deposit and/or guaranty of deposit by Beartooth Flyfishing is acknowledgement that the registrant accepts our rates and cancellation/refund policies. Gratuities are not included in the rates. Tips for guides average 20%+ /guide/day ($130.00-$200.00) depending on guide rates and are greatly appreciated.

Redfishing, Steelhead Fishing, and the Salt

Some of our favorite people to be with and fly fish with on the planet are:

For Redfish: Capt. Marty “The Montajun” Authement Marsh Madness

For Steelhead: We can provide a list of friends guiding steelhead in Oregon and other locations.

For Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit in the Bahamas and other locations, call us for suggestions based upon travel plans 406-682-7525.