If you’re planning to fish the Bitterroot River, you’ll probably want to visit a fly shop.
They’re the experts on river conditions, and they like to help people be safe, and catch fish.
We love the atmosphere of a fly shop, and the people who hang around them.
This article lists the fly shops operating in the Bitterroot Valley.
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Bitterroot Valley Fly Shops
Fly shops are the best resource for current fishing information, and for buying flies that are catching fish.
Here’s our list of fly shops in the Bitterroot Valley.
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BITTERROOT FLY COMPANY
Bitterroot Fly Company is located in Darby.
This full service Orvis endorsed fly shop offers guided fly fishing trips, and quality gear you’ll need to fish the Bitterroot River.
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BOB WARDS SPORTING GOODS / AL’S
Bob Ward’s Sporting Goods / AL’S is located in Hamilton.
The store features a complete fishing department for all kinds of fishing, including lots of fly fishing rods, reels, accessories and flies.
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CHUCK THE FLY GUY
Chuck The Fly Guy is located in Hamilton.
Chuck sells hand tied flies for the Bitterroot River, teaches fly tying, and offers casting lessons for beginners.
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FREESTONE FLY SHOPS
FreeStone Fly Shop has 2 locations in Hamilton.
The shops offer guided fly fishing trips, high-performance gear, and a friendly staff to help you fish the Bitterroot River.
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LIGHTWEIGHT FLY SHOP
Lightweight Fly Shop is located in Stevensville.
A full service fly shop with guided fly fishing trips and cabin rentals just steps from the Bitterroot River.
More Fly Shops in Missoula, MT
There are several popular fly shops in Missoula, just north of the Bitterroot Valley.
The list includes Kingfisher, Missoulian Angler, Grizzly Hackle, and Blackfoot River Outfitters.
Bitterroot River Mayfly / Bitterroot Info
Missoula also hosts Bob Ward’s, Cabela’s, Scheels and Sportsman’s Warehouse with fly fishing departments.
When heading north to fish the Clark Fork, Rock Creek or the Blackfoot, check them out, they’re all great.
More Bitterroot Valley Fishing Articles
Our Fishing the Bitterroot River article provides great information about fishing our favorite river.
Everyone over 12 needs a Montana fishing license to legally fish. Our calculator will show you what it will cost.
Can you tell what species of trout you just caught? Take our Montana trout test and find out.
Big brown trout / Bitterroot Info
Get the latest fishing reports from local sources in the Bitterroot and Missoula.
Don’t forget to check out our Bitterroot River Streamflow article before heading out.
Our essential fly fishing gear article can help you get started fishing in Montana.
That’s a Good Question
High water on the Bitterroot River normally begins in early May and continues into mid-June.
Bitterroot River water levels drop to their lowest levels in late summer, typically near the end of August or early September.
Yes. Local flooding is common all along the Bitterroot River and its tributaries during high water.
Additional Resources
Current Montana Fishing Regulations can be found here.
Montana Fishing license information can be found here.