Montana's Premier Trout Fishery

Madison River Fishing Reports

Daily conditions and fly recommendations for Montana's legendary Madison River. Updated every 12 hours with real-time data from USGS gauges and local weather stations.

Upper & Lower Madison • Updated Twice Daily

Current Madison River Fishing Conditions

Daily Fishing Report

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Live Data

Updated 11:43 AM EST

Upper Madison

Hebgen Dam to Ennis Lake
Water Temp (Kirby)N/A
Flow Rate (Kirby)N/A
Water ClarityNo data

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Recommended Patterns
No fly recommendations available

Lower Madison

Ennis Dam to Three Forks
Water Temp (McAllister)N/A
Flow Rate (McAllister)N/A
Water ClarityNo data

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Recommended Patterns
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Plan Your Madison River Trip

Everything you need to make the most of your time on the water.

Fishing Seasons Guide

Month-by-month breakdown of what to expect on the Madison River. From winter midges to the salmonfly circus, know when to visit for your target species and hatches.

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Hatch Chart & Fly Guide

Complete hatch calendar with specific fly patterns, sizes, and colors. Match the hatch with confidence using our detailed bug guide and proven pattern recommendations.

View Hatches

Access Points & Floats

Mile-by-mile guide to Madison River access points with GPS coordinates, parking info, and float trip planning. Find the perfect put-in for wade fishing or boat trips.

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About Our Fishing Reports

The Madison River runs 140 miles from Yellowstone National Park to Three Forks, Montana. We monitor two distinct sections:

  • Upper Madison: Hebgen Dam to Ennis Lake. Cold, clear freestone water with rainbow and brown trout. Home to the famous salmonfly hatch in late June.
  • Lower Madison: Ennis Dam tailwater to Three Forks. Colder flows create a different fishery with earlier hatches and year-round fishing opportunities.

Each report pulls real-time data from USGS gauges and combines it with weather conditions, historical patterns, and seasonal hatch information. Our AI analysis generates specific fly recommendations based on current conditions.

Check the reports daily before your trip. Conditions on the Madison can change quickly with weather fronts, dam releases, and seasonal transitions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are Madison River fishing reports updated?

Our fishing reports update every 12 hours using real-time data from USGS water gauges combined with current weather conditions. Each report includes flow rates, water temperature, and recommended fly patterns.

Where does the Madison River fishing report data come from?

We pull data from USGS gauges at Kirby Ranch (Upper Madison) and near Three Forks (Lower Madison). Weather data comes from NOAA stations near West Yellowstone and Ennis. AI analysis combines this data with historical patterns to generate fly recommendations.

What flies should I use on the Madison River right now?

Current fly recommendations appear in each daily report based on water temperature, flow, time of year, and recent weather. Check the report cards above for specific patterns, sizes, and colors tailored to conditions.

Flow and temperature data from USGS National Water Information System . Weather data from NOAA.