(7 Reviews)
(7 Reviews)
Fishtales Outfitting
Sheridan, MT
My name is Michael Stack and I am the owner and guide of Fishtales Outfitting. I am a seasoned guide with over 25 years of experience.
As a child, I spent countless hours in the woods with my grandfather, a passionate outdoorsman and Connecticut State Park constable. His love for the outdoors rubbed off on me, and I developed a deep respect and appreciation for nature.
In 1995, I embarked on a journey to Alaska, where I guided my first season in Katmai National Park, chasing giant rainbows and Pacific Salmon alongside Alaskan Coastal Brown Bears. The following spring, I found myself in Montana, where my dream of becoming a fly fishing guide became a reality.
Over the years, I have gained an intimate knowledge of the waters of southwest Montana. I am eager to share my passion for fly fishing and the beauty of this region with you.
Whether you are a seasoned angler or a beginner, I offer a range of guided fishing trips tailored to your skill level and preferences. From drift boat trips on the Madison and Yellowstone Rivers to wade fishing on smaller streams, I have something for everyone.
I offer a variety of techniques, including dry fly, nymphing, and streamer fishing. I am happy to discuss the different options with you and help you choose the best approach for your trip.
I am committed to providing my clients with a safe, enjoyable, and memorable fishing experience. I take pride in my personalized service and attention to detail.
If you are looking for an unforgettable fly fishing adventure in southwest Montana, look no further than Fishtales Outfitting. Book your trip today and let's create some memories that will last a lifetime!
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Fishtales OutfittingBlackfoot River Fly Fishing
The Blackfoot River is a fishing paradise that belongs on every fisherman’s bucket list. It’s a true classic western freestone river with impressive hatches like the Giant Salmon Fly, Golden Stones, PMDs, terrestrials, and more. Approaching the Blackfoot River, you’ll be greeted by huge boulders, steep ledges, and ripping, swirling water that seems to scream that an abundance of trout lives here. If you want some excellent brown trout and rainbow trout, this is the spot to fish them with our Blackfoot river fishing guide. The pleasant fishing environment along with relaxing scenic views will make your fishing experience exceptional. Since the Blackfoot river has good water access and is very long, it keeps the fly fishing pressure down to manageable levels. If you’re new to this or want to experience fishing as a tour, you should come to fish the Blackfoot River with Fishtales Outfitting today. Our Blackfoot river fishing guide will provide you with an adventure that’ll make you come back every year.
Blackfoot River, MT
$575.00
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Clark Fork Fly Fishing
The Clark Fork River is one of Montana’s best-kept secrets, hidden in plain sight. Many anglers drive by it on their way to fish other famous Montana rivers like the Bitterroot or Blackfoot. We at Fishtales Outfitting love elbow room and great trout fishing; we think you’ll agree that our Clark Fork fly fishing trips are fun and productive! To many, it’s a surprise that Clark Fork has any fishing sections. In the past, this river went through tremendous damage but now it has been restored to its natural, clean state. This river is a testament to how nature thrives and overcomes man-made environmental issues. Today, The Clark Fork hosts an abundance of brown and rainbow trout and has numerous spots for fishing which you can explore with our Clark Fork River fishing guide. We look forward to taking you on one of our Clark Fork River fly fishing trips!
Clark Fork River, MT
$575.00
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Madison River Fly Fishing
The Madison River offers an amazing diversity of water and can vary significantly in its character as it travels on its course from Yellowstone National Park to the Missouri River. Different sections of the river offer different habitat, scenery, hatches and fishing techniques. In many ways the Madison feels like a completely different river from one location to the next. The variety along this legendary fishery is one of the many factors that makes it one of the most consistent rivers in Montana. It is a favorite for both DIY anglers and guided fishing trips. Although different sections of the river have their own peak fishing times, there is almost always a location on the Madison that is fishing well nearly every month of the year. The Madison truly offers some of the most diverse and consistent fly fishing in Montana. The Madison flows through one of the most scenic valleys in Montana and is flanked by the towering Madison, Gravelly and Tobacco Root ranges. The impressive scenery, high trout counts, potential for trophy fish and proximity to Yellowstone make this a must fish river for every serious fly fisherman.
Madison River, MT
$575.00
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Bitteroot River Fly Fishing
Situated between Sapphire Mountains and Bitterroot Mountains lies the Bitterroot Velley. It’s in this scenic, lush landscape that the Bitterroot River flows. The Bitterroot River is one of the best trout fishing rivers in Montana. The Bitterroot River is a dry fly fishery, something not many rivers in the can claim. A float down the river with our Bitterroot River fishing guides at Fishtales Outfitting will show you the best the river has to offer. Its epic views and high caliber of fishing are hard to beat. With its long flat pools, long riffles, gravel bars, and numerous side channels, the river shows remarkable diversity. Throughout its length, you’ll have the ripe opportunity to catch plenty of brown trout, cutthroat trout, and rainbow trout. Miles of trout holding water await you at every bend. Book one of our Bitterroot River guided fly fishing trips today and explore miles and miles of fly fishing spots.
Biterroot River, MT
$575.00
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Big Hole River Fly Fishing
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable fishing adventure on the stunning Big Hole River! This blue-ribbon trout stream offers a picturesque setting with slow-moving pools, sharp turns, and abundant wildlife. As you float down the river, you'll be surrounded by grassy meadows, mountainous horizons, and thick forests. Our experienced guides will lead you through the river's various techniques, ensuring you have the best possible chance of catching a trophy trout. With wild rainbow trout, brown trout, and grayling inhabiting the waters, you're sure to have an exhilarating fishing experience. Whether you choose a half-day or full-day trip, we have options to suit your preferences. Our packages include lunch, rods and reels, and flies, so you can simply relax and enjoy the beauty of the Big Hole River. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the prettiest river in Montana and embark on the fishing trip of a lifetime. Book your Big Hole River fly fishing adventure today!
Big Hole River, Montana
$600.00
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Missouri River Fly Fishing
The Missouri River is a fly anglers’ paradise. This tailwater fishery in central Montana is world-famous for its large, hard-fighting rainbows and browns. The “Mighty Mo” is a bug factory with hatches sometimes so prolific that it’s worth it just to be there and see it for yourself. While much of the time is spent nymphing the deeper runs to get numbers of fish (some years as many as 5k per mile) the savvy dry fly fisherman can have outstanding days in late June through October, targeting pods of risers. This is very technical and rewarding fishing. Streamer fishing can also have its time on the Mo and can bring jaw-dropping specimens to hand under the right conditions. The average size trout in the Mo is 15″ to 18″ with many pushing the 22″ mark and the occasional brown trout in the lower reaches may be as big as your leg! If this river isn’t on your bucket list, then you need to add it. Join us on one of our Missouri River fly fishing trips and see for yourself why its many an anglers favorite river!
Missouri River, MT
$575.00
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Jefferson River Fly Fishing
The Jefferson offers some of the best trophy brown trout fishing anywhere. The browns and rainbows encountered here are the type you’re likely to find on the cover of popular fishing magazines – burly, vibrant, awe-inspiring. The best part; You’ll never find fly fishing to be a crowded experience at the Jefferson. The river runs through the picturesque and serene Jefferson Valley flanked by the jagged peaked Tobacco Root and Highland Mountains. The Jefferson can be a fickle river and we suggest you fly fish The Jefferson River with one of our experienced guides to find the productive zones. You’ll find the solitude and, serenity of this river infectious as it doesn’t draw the crowds some of our other rivers do.
Jefferson River, MT
$575.00
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Fishtales Outfitting
Beaverhead River Fly Fishing
Beaverhead River Fly Fishing Adventure Embark on an unforgettable fly fishing expedition in the legendary Beaverhead River, Montana. With our expert guides, you'll experience the thrill of casting into crystal-clear waters teeming with rainbow and brown trout. Known for its prolific hatches and demanding currents, the Beaverhead River challenges even seasoned anglers. Our experienced guides will provide personalized instruction and assist you with every aspect of your fishing experience. Whether you're a novice or an experienced angler, you'll have the opportunity to refine your techniques and land the trophy trout of a lifetime. Choose from our flexible trip options to customize your adventure. Opt for a full or half-day float, or extend your experience with multi-day guided fishing and lodging packages. We provide all necessary gear, including rods, reels, and flies, so you can focus on the thrill of the catch. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Beaverhead River and the excitement of fly fishing. Book your trip today and prepare for an unforgettable adventure that will leave you yearning for more.
Beaverhead River, Montana
$575.00
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Fishtales Outfitting
Beaverhead Ranch Fly Fishing
Let us take you on a memorable excursion to the Beaverhead Ranch fly fishing for trophy trout. A quality flyfishing adventure that’s going to reward you with plenty of trout and a memorable trip. It twists and turns through the willow lined river bottom, cut banks lined with beautiful willows, and cottonwood trees, perfect habitat for wild wary trout. We walk/wade the river which makes for a nice slow pace that’s fun and relaxing. No need to rush to the next spot, you have the property all to yourself. We walk the banks of the hog pond in the mornings sight fishing bank cruisers with dry flies, dry/dropper rigs and other stillwater favorites. This is an exciting technique to fish because it’s all visual. We set up on these fish like you would a Bonefish on the flats. We get in front of the fish and lead the fish by 5 or 10 feet and watch them come to the fly. When the sun gets high, we’ll drop the boat in and do some deep nymphing with jigs and chironomids. Book a day on the Beaverhead Ranch with one of FishTales Outfitting’s expert guides and enjoy a relaxing and exciting day you’ll never forget!
Beaverhead River, MT
$575.00
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Yellowstone River Fly Fishing
The Yellowstone River is one of the greatest trout streams in the world and holds the title for the longest undammed, known as a ‘freestone’ river in the lower 48 states. There is outstanding trout water from its tributaries high inside Yellowstone Park, downstream through Gardiner, the Paradise Valley, Livingston, and down below Big Timber,a total of almost two hundred river miles. Explore the legendary river with our Yellowstone fly fishing guides for a fun, guided fly fishing day trip in Montana. The quality of the fly fishing is excellent here. We float fish in several different sections of the prime trout water between Gardiner and Big Timber, depending on the time of year, water conditions, and water levels. Highway 89 takes you through the Paradise Valley to the town of Gardiner, the Gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Explore and catch cutthroat trout, large whitefish, rainbow trout, and brown trout with our Yellowstone fly fishing guide. Join our guided tour at Fishtales Outfitting and enjoy some fantastic fly fishing on the Yellowstone River today!
Yellowstone River, MT
$575.00
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Ruby River Fly Fishing
The Ruby River is another dry fly fishers purists paradise, perhaps more so than any other of our rivers due to its fantastic wade fishing for wild, dry fly eating wild brown trout! Its perfect riffle, corner pool characteristic afford the dry fly purist the classic up-stream approach to it’s endless trout filled pools and solitude and no boat ramps means no boats rowing through your water. Book one of our Ruby River fly fishing trips and experience the fantastic fishing, solitude and incredible beauty for yourself!
Ruby River, MT
$575.00