Bighorn River Fishing Report 9/11

We are seeing a noticeable weather change move into the area, bringing cooler temperatures that might slow down the caddis activity a bit. But as any seasoned Bighorn angler knows, a shift in the weather usually brings its own kind of reward. With the cooler conditions settling in, streamer fishing is poised to pick up, and the nymph bite remains as reliable as ever.
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Bighorn River Fishing Report 9/4

Flows recently dipped down to 1,350 cfs, due to some blockage at the Afterbay gates.  We are expecting them to level back out at 1,500 cfs any day now. Even with the slight fluctuation, the late-summer rhythm on the Bighorn is holding strong, and September is shaping up to be an incredible month on the water since many of our hatches have run a bit later this season.
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Bighorn River Fishing Report 8/27

Flows have bumped up just a bit to 1,600 cfs, and combined with the seasonal grass growth along the banks, the river is fishing with a bit more depth and character right now. Conditions are setting up nicely, and the late-summer rhythm on the Bighorn is in full swing.
Bug activity remains pretty robust across the system.
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Bighorn River Fishing Report 8/16

Flows are holding steady at a reliable 1,500 cfs, and mid-summer conditions on the Bighorn are locked in. We are seeing a noticeable uptick in bug activity across the board, making for some very productive days on the water.
One of the big developments right now is the expansion of caddis.
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Bighorn River Fishing Report August 3, 2026

Flows are holding steady at 1,500 cfs, and the summer rhythm on the Bighorn is getting stronger by the day. As an update to our last report, the bug life is really starting to expand down in the 3-to-B section.

We are seeing more and more black caddis filling out the water, alongside an increasing presence of tan caddis and PMDs beginning to show up.

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Bighorn Fishing Report 7/27

If you caught our last report, you know the Bighorn was starting to turn a corner—and we are happy to share that the momentum is continuing right into a true, classic Bighorn summer. Flows are holding steady at 1,500 cfs, and the river is fishing the way we love to see it.

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Bighorn River Fishing Report 7/17

The Bighorn is settling into its classic mid-summer rhythm, holding steady at 1,500 cfs. If the past few weeks felt a little tight, you’ll be pleased to hear that the river is finally turning a corner. We are seeing that familiar “Bighorn magic” return, and the fishing is shaping up to be just like what we’ve all grown to love about summers on this river. Read more...

Bighorn River Fishing Report 7/6

The Bighorn River is currently in fantastic shape, with flows holding steady at a very manageable 1,500 CFS. Water clarity is excellent across the board, providing ideal conditions for anglers.  You will encounter a bit of moss below the 3-Mile access point, but it is easily manageable and shouldn’t deter you from working those lower stretches.

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Bighorn River Fishing Report 6/19

The Bighorn River in Montana is currently fishing with consistent, stabilized conditions. Flows are hovering around 1,500 CFS, a level that is expected to hold steady for the foreseeable future. With the BOR maintaining stable releases, water clarity is excellent, but there is a bit of drifting moss below 3 Mile. 

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Bighorn River Fishing Report 5/31

The Bighorn River is currently in a resilient spring rhythm, with flows still at approximately 1,500 cfs. The water remains exceptionally clear, and this stability is expected to hold for the foreseeable future.

While the low, clear conditions and the popularity of the season make for a technical challenge, they also offer a rewarding experience for those who adapt.

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