Featured Cutthroat Trout Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Montana.
Missoula Fly Water
Missoula Fly Water offers guided fly fishing trips in Missoula Montana on the Bitterroot, Blackfoot, Clark Fork, and Missouri Rivers.
R. R. 406 Fly Fishing Guides
Big Hole River is a freestone river in southwestern Montana. It boasts a great populations of wild brown trout, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout and arctic grayling. Guided fishing trips are a great way to see the beauty of this river.
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Cutthroat Trout
How to Catch Cutthroat Trout
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Cutthroat Trout in Montana.
Cutthroat Trout Fishing Regulations in Montana
Open Season
Year-round, unless otherwise specified
Daily Bag Limit
Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations
Size Limit
Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations
License Required
Fishing License and Conservation License
Many waters have specific restrictions on cutthroat trout, including catch-and-release only. Consult the Montana Fishing Regulations booklet for details on specific waterbodies.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Montana state wildlife agency before fishing.