Virginia City, MT Fishing Trip — November

Your Virginia City, MT Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 47°F / Low 29°F0.9" rain · 4 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in November

5 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

November Weather in Virginia City

47°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
0.9"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

37 Guides Near Virginia City

No guides are based in Virginia City, but these guides operate nearby.

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Montana Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$86
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Conservation license required as base. Covers all state waters.

Buy License Online — Montana

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks regulations for specific water body restrictions, as some areas may have different limits or be catch-and-release only.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for waters east of the Continental Divide, where some waters have specific restrictions.

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.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

See specific regulations for waters with special restrictions.

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