If you're in the neighborhood of Rock Creek, hop over to Flint Creek for at least a half day. This spring creek meanders through meadows and holds rainbows, browns and brookies. It's perfect 2 wt. or 3 wt. terrain. There are a couple good areas that you can find public access on - hm, if I remember right one of the areas we fished was the result of knocking on someone's door and asking permission.
I also really enjoyed fishing the Big Hole, particularly around Maiden Rock. There are some d*mn fine browns to be had, not to mention the rainbows. The most massive, insane trico hatch I ever witnessed was on the Big Hole - never seen anything like it. As someone else brought up, Rock Creek is great... I have a particular affinity for the upper river, just below the braids. Note, if you decide to fish the upper river I recommend driving around - the "long way" takes less time because of the highways - you'll avoid the nasty dirt road that my buddy and I dubbed "The Brain Rattler". Lookin' forward to the report! -Jim -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of johnny costanza Sent: Tuesday, June 07, 2005 11:42 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Montana trip suggestions needed I have 10 days of vacation time beginning June 15th and I was hoping to spend it flyfishing in Montana. Last summer, I was fortunate to spend almost a month fishing throughout the state and hit many of the better known rivers and streams, particularly in the Western and Southwestern parts of the state. With this in mind, I was hoping to fish some smaller, lesser known streams and creeks which may even require a hike in to fish them. I have done some research, and would primarily like to stay in the Western or Northwestern part of Montana, althought I can venture south more if need be. I have even considered fishing in Glacier National Park, which I understand is better for lakes than streams, but if anyone has any information to offer on fishing in the Park, it would be most appreciated. I am pretty flexible at this point and can pretty much travel anywhere, so any and all suggestions would be appreciated. When I return, I will post a detailed report of my trip. Again, I am not asking for any "secret" waters, but simply some suggestions as to where I might go. Thanks.
