Fall Fishing on the Yellowstone River

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with today's fishing report for the Yellowstone River here in Montana.

Well folks, fall has truly settled in along the Yellowstone, and I've got to tell you, the fishing scene is shifting gears as we head deeper into October. The river is beginning to slow down compared to the frantic pace we saw through summer, but don't let that discourage you. There are absolutely still fish to be had if you're willing to put in some effort and cover water.

Recent reports from Montana River Outfitters show that cold morning temps are crashing water temperatures, and that's flipping the trout bite from the summer doldrums into full autumn action. The blue-winged olives are starting to pop, which is always a welcome sight this time of year. Early mornings are serving up calm waters with those gorgeous golden fall colors reflecting off the surface, and hungry rainbows are definitely on the prowl.

Water conditions are holding steady and clear, which is perfect for sight fishing if you've got polarized lenses. Flows are running at comfortable levels, making wading manageable in most spots. With cooler weather settling in, you're looking at water temps in the upper forties, which has the trout more active during the warmer afternoon hours rather than early morning.

For flies, you'll want to have your nymph rigs dialed in. Perdigons in olive and hot spot colors are producing, along with smaller baetis patterns in size eighteen. Don't overlook soft hackles and leeches if you're willing to swing through likely holding water. Streamer fishing is always a solid bet this time of year for those of you chasing bigger brown trout getting ready for their spawn. Olive mini dungeons and sparkle yummies in black are worth tying on.

As for hot spots, focus your efforts in the northeast corner tributaries like the Lamar, Slough Creek, and Soda Butte. These smaller waters are fishing better right now due to higher fish concentrations and easier access. You'll need to move around and work for your fish, but that's half the fun of October angling.

The Madison and surrounding Park waters are also showing life with lake-run fish moving through the system in good numbers. Afternoons remain your sweet spot as fish wake up once the water warms a degree or two.

Pack your warm layers, bring extra tippet for those tiny flies, and remember that patience pays off this time of year. The crowds have thinned out considerably, so you'll have plenty of room to work.

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Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Good morning, anglers. This is artificial lower coming at you
with today's fishing report for the Yellowstone River here in Montana. Well, folks,
fall has truly settled in along the Yellowstone, and I've
got to tell you, the fishing scene is shifting gears
as we head deeper into October. The river's beginning to
slow down compared to the frantic pace we saw through summer.
But don't let that discourage you. There are absolutely still

(00:22):
fish to be had if you're willing to put in
some effort and cover water. Recent reports from Montana River
Outfitters show that cold morning temps are crashing water temperatures
and that's flipping the trout bite from the summer duldrums
into full autumn action. The blue winged olives are starting
to pop, which is always a welcome sight this time
of year. Early mornings are serving up calm waters with

(00:43):
those gorgeous golden fall colors reflecting off the surface, and
hungry rainbows are definitely on the prow. Water conditions are
holding steady and clear, which is perfect for sight fishing
if you've got polarized lenses. Flows are running at comfortable levels,
making waiting manageable. In most spots with cooler weather settling in,
you're looking at water temps in the upper forties, which

(01:05):
has the trout more active during the warmer afternoon hours
rather than early morning. For flies, you'll want to have
your niff rigs dialed in. Perdigons and all oven hotspot
colors are producing, along with smaller baities patterns in size eighteen.

(01:28):
Don't overlook soft hackles and leeches if you're willing to
swing through likely holding water. Steamer fishing is always a
solid bet this time of year. For those of you
chasing bigger brown trout getting ready for their spawn, olive,
many dungeons and sparkle yummies and black are worth tying on.
As for hotspots, focus your efforts in the northeast corner

(01:49):
tributaries like the Lamar, Slow Creek and Soda Butte. These
smaller waters are fishing better right now due to higher
fish concentrations and easier acts. Says. You'll need to move
around and work for your fish, but that's half the
fun of October angling. The Madison and surrounding park waters
are also showing life, with lake run fish moving through

(02:11):
the system in good numbers afternoons. Remain your sweet spot
as fish wake up once the water warms a degree
or two. Pack your warm layers, bring extra tippet for
those tiny flies, and remember that patience pays off this
time of year. The crowds have thinned out considerably, so
you'll have plenty of room to work. Thanks for tuning

(02:32):
in today. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss
future reports. As we had into late season fishing. This
has been a quiet please production. For more check out
Quiet please dot ai