Missoula, MT Fishing Trip — October
Your Missoula, MT Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 56°F / Low 37°F2.7" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
17 species
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentBrook Trout
Various
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodCisco
Various
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
FairLake Whitefish
Various
FairSand Seatrout
Various
FairSmelt
Various
FairCutthroat Trout
Various
FairKokanee Salmon
Various
FairMountain Whitefish
Various
LowAtlantic Salmon
Various
October Weather in Missoula
56°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
22 Guides Matched
$1,012
Estimated total for 2 people
$506
per person
Charter $585
Tip $117
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else you should bring:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
Montana Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$86
Requirements
Required for ages 12+. Conservation license required as base. Covers all state waters.
Species Regulations
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Some waters have specific limits or closures; check local regulations.
Brook Trout
Season:Year-round, unless otherwise specified
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations
Regulations vary greatly depending on the specific waterbody. Consult the Montana Fishing Regulations booklet for details.
Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Many waters have special regulations; consult the current regulations booklet.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Striped Bass are only found in a few locations in Montana; check specific water body regulations.