Guided Fly Fishing in Southwest Montana
I run a year-round, owner-operated program based in Livingston. Southwest Montana isn’t one fishery — it’s a system of rivers, spring creeks, and stillwaters that all fish differently throughout the year.
We don’t guide a river. We guide a system of rivers, choosing the right water based on conditions, your experience level, and what you want out of the day. You book a date and a guide — we handle the rest.
Winter Spring Creeks & Ice Fishing
Winter is a quiet, underrated time around Livingston and Bozeman. Spring creeks stay steady while big rivers slow down, and Harrison Reservoir gives families and mixed groups a warm shelter and steady action on the ice.
Winter Spring Creek Special
Discounted winter dates on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s. Clear water, warm huts, and technical sight-fishing on two of the best known spring creeks in the West.
Winter rate: $550 for one or two anglers. Rods, flies, and winter setup included.
Winter Spring Creek SpecialIce Fishing Near Bozeman
Heated shelter, sonar, and all the gear you need for a relaxed, family-friendly winter day on the ice. A good fit for mixed groups and non-anglers.
Rates: Full day $700. Half day $600 for the group. All ages, shelter, and basic instruction included.
View ice fishing detailsThe Waters Around Livingston
These waters are part of the system we guide throughout the year. You don’t need to pick a river ahead of time — we match your dates and goals with the right mix of freestones, spring creeks, and stillwaters based on conditions.
Yellowstone River
The main river we guide from Gardiner to Columbus. Long freestone runs, classic seams, and a full season of hatches.
Yellowstone detailsDePuy’s & Armstrong’s
True spring creeks with clear water, steady flows, and technical sight-fishing. Some of the best places to grow as an angler.
Spring creek overviewMadison & Bighorn
Tailwater and freestone anchors for early season. We use them when flows, clarity, and temperatures line up better than local freestones.
Madison River details Bighorn River detailsStillwater, Boulder & Shields
Fast pocket water, short seasonal windows, and local favorites that feel different from big-river float days.
Stillwater River details Boulder River details Shields River detailsRowing, Casting & Focused Instruction
For many guests, the goal is as much about learning as it is about catching fish. These programs are built for that.
Private Drift Boat Course
A full day on moving water covering boat setup, safety, ferry angles, and real-world decision making. Bring your own boat or use one of ours.
Rowing instruction detailsPrivate & Small Group Instruction
Casting fundamentals, line control, reading water, and local fly selection for beginners, families, and anglers who want to tighten up skills.
Instruction optionsWhat Guests Say About Fishing Here
“Matt guided us for several days recently while on a trip to Montana. I am relatively new to fly fishing and he
was very patient with me, helped a ton on my casting, and kept us smiling the entire time. We will be back.”
Morgan H.
“Matt Swan is a great guide and a wonderful human being. My son and I caught plenty of trout and ate like kings.
Matt grilled brats and served hot soup for lunch in twenty degree weather. We will be back.”
Donny D.
“Best winter fishing experience we have ever had. Quiet water, clear sight shots, and Matt put us on fish all day.”
Doug, returning winter angler
Planning & Winter Reading
Winter on the Paradise Valley Creeks
Why winter sight-fishing on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s is worth your time, how we pick days, and what to expect from a cold weather spring creek trip.
Read the full postWhere to Stay & Eat
From Sage Lodge and Chico in Paradise Valley to the Murray in Livingston and spots in Bozeman, these are places I trust and recommend for real fishing days.
See lodging & diningGuided Fly Fishing in Southwest Montana
I run a year-round, owner-operated program based in Livingston. Southwest Montana isn’t one fishery — it’s a system of rivers, spring creeks, and stillwaters that all fish differently throughout the year.
We don’t guide a river. We guide a system of rivers, choosing the right water based on conditions, your experience level, and what you want out of the day. You book a date and a guide — we handle the rest.
Winter Spring Creeks & Ice Fishing
Winter is a quiet, underrated time around Livingston and Bozeman. Spring creeks stay steady while big rivers slow down, and Harrison Reservoir gives families and mixed groups a warm shelter and steady action on the ice.
Winter Spring Creek Special
Discounted winter dates on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s. Clear water, warm huts, and technical sight-fishing on two of the best known spring creeks in the West.
Winter rate: $550 for one or two anglers. Rods, flies, and winter setup included.
Winter Spring Creek SpecialIce Fishing Near Bozeman
Heated shelter, sonar, and all the gear you need for a relaxed, family-friendly winter day on the ice. A good fit for mixed groups and non-anglers.
Rates: Full day $700. Half day $600 for the group. All ages, shelter, and basic instruction included.
View ice fishing detailsThe Waters Around Livingston
These waters are part of the system we guide throughout the year. You don’t need to pick a river ahead of time — we match your dates and goals with the right mix of freestones, spring creeks, and stillwaters based on conditions.
Yellowstone River
The main river we guide from Gardiner to Columbus. Long freestone runs, classic seams, and a full season of hatches.
Yellowstone detailsDePuy’s & Armstrong’s
True spring creeks with clear water, steady flows, and technical sight-fishing. Some of the best places to grow as an angler.
Spring creek overviewMadison & Bighorn
Tailwater and freestone anchors for early season. We use them when flows, clarity, and temperatures line up better than local freestones.
Madison River details Bighorn River detailsStillwater, Boulder & Shields
Fast pocket water, short seasonal windows, and local favorites that feel different from big-river float days.
Stillwater River details Boulder River details Shields River detailsRowing, Casting & Focused Instruction
For many guests, the goal is as much about learning as it is about catching fish. These programs are built for that.
Private Drift Boat Course
A full day on moving water covering boat setup, safety, ferry angles, and real-world decision making. Bring your own boat or use one of ours.
Rowing instruction detailsPrivate & Small Group Instruction
Casting fundamentals, line control, reading water, and local fly selection for beginners, families, and anglers who want to tighten up skills.
Instruction optionsWhat Guests Say About Fishing Here
“Matt guided us for several days recently while on a trip to Montana. I am relatively new to fly fishing and he
was very patient with me, helped a ton on my casting, and kept us smiling the entire time. We will be back.”
Morgan H.
“Matt Swan is a great guide and a wonderful human being. My son and I caught plenty of trout and ate like kings.
Matt grilled brats and served hot soup for lunch in twenty degree weather. We will be back.”
Donny D.
“Best winter fishing experience we have ever had. Quiet water, clear sight shots, and Matt put us on fish all day.”
Doug, returning winter angler
Planning & Winter Reading
Winter on the Paradise Valley Creeks
Why winter sight-fishing on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s is worth your time, how we pick days, and what to expect from a cold weather spring creek trip.
Read the full postWhere to Stay & Eat
From Sage Lodge and Chico in Paradise Valley to the Murray in Livingston and spots in Bozeman, these are places I trust and recommend for real fishing days.
See lodging & diningGuided Fly Fishing in Southwest Montana
I run a year-round, owner-operated program based in Livingston. Southwest Montana isn’t one fishery — it’s a system of rivers, spring creeks, and stillwaters that all fish differently throughout the year.
We don’t guide a river. We guide a system of rivers, choosing the right water based on conditions, your experience level, and what you want out of the day. You book a date and a guide — we handle the rest.
Winter Spring Creeks & Ice Fishing
Winter is a quiet, underrated time around Livingston and Bozeman. Spring creeks stay steady while big rivers slow down, and Harrison Reservoir gives families and mixed groups a warm shelter and steady action on the ice.
Winter Spring Creek Special
Discounted winter dates on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s. Clear water, warm huts, and technical sight-fishing on two of the best known spring creeks in the West.
Winter rate: $550 for one or two anglers. Rods, flies, and winter setup included.
Winter Spring Creek SpecialIce Fishing Near Bozeman
Heated shelter, sonar, and all the gear you need for a relaxed, family-friendly winter day on the ice. A good fit for mixed groups and non-anglers.
Rates: Full day $700. Half day $600 for the group. All ages, shelter, and basic instruction included.
View ice fishing detailsThe Waters Around Livingston
These waters are part of the system we guide throughout the year. You don’t need to pick a river ahead of time — we match your dates and goals with the right mix of freestones, spring creeks, and stillwaters based on conditions.
Yellowstone River
The main river we guide from Gardiner to Columbus. Long freestone runs, classic seams, and a full season of hatches.
Yellowstone detailsDePuy’s & Armstrong’s
True spring creeks with clear water, steady flows, and technical sight-fishing. Some of the best places to grow as an angler.
Spring creek overviewMadison & Bighorn
Tailwater and freestone anchors for early season. We use them when flows, clarity, and temperatures line up better than local freestones.
Madison River details Bighorn River detailsStillwater, Boulder & Shields
Fast pocket water, short seasonal windows, and local favorites that feel different from big-river float days.
Stillwater River details Boulder River details Shields River detailsRowing, Casting & Focused Instruction
For many guests, the goal is as much about learning as it is about catching fish. These programs are built for that.
Private Drift Boat Course
A full day on moving water covering boat setup, safety, ferry angles, and real-world decision making. Bring your own boat or use one of ours.
Rowing instruction detailsPrivate & Small Group Instruction
Casting fundamentals, line control, reading water, and local fly selection for beginners, families, and anglers who want to tighten up skills.
Instruction optionsWhat Guests Say About Fishing Here
“Matt guided us for several days recently while on a trip to Montana. I am relatively new to fly fishing and he
was very patient with me, helped a ton on my casting, and kept us smiling the entire time. We will be back.”
Morgan H.
“Matt Swan is a great guide and a wonderful human being. My son and I caught plenty of trout and ate like kings.
Matt grilled brats and served hot soup for lunch in twenty degree weather. We will be back.”
Donny D.
“Best winter fishing experience we have ever had. Quiet water, clear sight shots, and Matt put us on fish all day.”
Doug, returning winter angler
Planning & Winter Reading
Winter on the Paradise Valley Creeks
Why winter sight-fishing on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s is worth your time, how we pick days, and what to expect from a cold weather spring creek trip.
Read the full postWhere to Stay & Eat
From Sage Lodge and Chico in Paradise Valley to the Murray in Livingston and spots in Bozeman, these are places I trust and recommend for real fishing days.
See lodging & diningGuided Fly Fishing in Southwest Montana
I run a year-round, owner-operated program based in Livingston. Southwest Montana isn’t one fishery — it’s a system of rivers, spring creeks, and stillwaters that all fish differently throughout the year.
We don’t guide a river. We guide a system of rivers, choosing the right water based on conditions, your experience level, and what you want out of the day. You book a date and a guide — we handle the rest.
Winter Spring Creeks & Ice Fishing
Winter is a quiet, underrated time around Livingston and Bozeman. Spring creeks stay steady while big rivers slow down, and Harrison Reservoir gives families and mixed groups a warm shelter and steady action on the ice.
Winter Spring Creek Special
Discounted winter dates on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s. Clear water, warm huts, and technical sight-fishing on two of the best known spring creeks in the West.
Winter rate: $550 for one or two anglers. Rods, flies, and winter setup included.
Winter Spring Creek SpecialIce Fishing Near Bozeman
Heated shelter, sonar, and all the gear you need for a relaxed, family-friendly winter day on the ice. A good fit for mixed groups and non-anglers.
Rates: Full day $700. Half day $600 for the group. All ages, shelter, and basic instruction included.
View ice fishing detailsThe Waters Around Livingston
These waters are part of the system we guide throughout the year. You don’t need to pick a river ahead of time — we match your dates and goals with the right mix of freestones, spring creeks, and stillwaters based on conditions.
Yellowstone River
The main river we guide from Gardiner to Columbus. Long freestone runs, classic seams, and a full season of hatches.
Yellowstone detailsDePuy’s & Armstrong’s
True spring creeks with clear water, steady flows, and technical sight-fishing. Some of the best places to grow as an angler.
Spring creek overviewMadison & Bighorn
Tailwater and freestone anchors for early season. We use them when flows, clarity, and temperatures line up better than local freestones.
Madison River details Bighorn River detailsStillwater, Boulder & Shields
Fast pocket water, short seasonal windows, and local favorites that feel different from big-river float days.
Stillwater River details Boulder River details Shields River detailsRowing, Casting & Focused Instruction
For many guests, the goal is as much about learning as it is about catching fish. These programs are built for that.
Private Drift Boat Course
A full day on moving water covering boat setup, safety, ferry angles, and real-world decision making. Bring your own boat or use one of ours.
Rowing instruction detailsPrivate & Small Group Instruction
Casting fundamentals, line control, reading water, and local fly selection for beginners, families, and anglers who want to tighten up skills.
Instruction optionsWhat Guests Say About Fishing Here
“Matt guided us for several days recently while on a trip to Montana. I am relatively new to fly fishing and he
was very patient with me, helped a ton on my casting, and kept us smiling the entire time. We will be back.”
Morgan H.
“Matt Swan is a great guide and a wonderful human being. My son and I caught plenty of trout and ate like kings.
Matt grilled brats and served hot soup for lunch in twenty degree weather. We will be back.”
Donny D.
“Best winter fishing experience we have ever had. Quiet water, clear sight shots, and Matt put us on fish all day.”
Doug, returning winter angler
Planning & Winter Reading
Winter on the Paradise Valley Creeks
Why winter sight-fishing on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s is worth your time, how we pick days, and what to expect from a cold weather spring creek trip.
Read the full postWhere to Stay & Eat
From Sage Lodge and Chico in Paradise Valley to the Murray in Livingston and spots in Bozeman, these are places I trust and recommend for real fishing days.
See lodging & diningConservation & Professional Affiliations
Supporting local rivers, native trout, and long-term guide development through these organizations in the greater Livingston, Montana area.
