West Yellowstone, MT Fishing Trip — January

Your West Yellowstone, MT Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 24°F / Low -3°F1.4" rain · 11 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

January Weather in West Yellowstone

24°F
Avg High
-3°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

2 in West Yellowstone + 14 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.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations as some waters may have specific limits.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations as some waters may have specific limits.

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

Some waters have specific limits or closures; check local regulations.

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