Guided Trips
GUIDED TRIPS
RATES / RESERVATIONS
GEAR
ACCOMODATIONS

 

One hundred miles of the Yellowstone river, dozens of tributaries, the Yellowstone National Park waters, numerous spring creeks and private access waters - it's more water than anyone could fish in a lifetime! If you'd like to visit our area and fish these great waters we strongly suggest you employ a guide for at least part of your time here. You'll learn the water and tactics to fish it effectively in much less time than it would take on your own. We are a Montana licensed Outfitter - John Bailey # 183 

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned angler you can always learn something from a guide who spends around 100 days per year on the water. Our guides are in high demand and some of the best in the business. All are expert fly anglers, with extensive experience fishing the surrounding waters. They are great teachers with enjoyable personalities. Their goal is to help you enjoy your time on the water.                                              

To learn more about taking a guided trip contact us or select your destination from the menu above.

You can reach us regarding guided fishing trips at 1-800-356-4052, in town locally at 406-222-1673 or by email at guide@dan-bailey.com .

 

 

Rates for 2013 include guide service, transportation, lunches (Full Day Trips), and non-alcoholic beverages. Fishing license, flies and other incidentals are extra. Certain waters have an additional rod fee, please inquire for details. Costs for full day trips are 1 angler (wade or float) $425, 2 anglers (wade or float) $450, 3 anglers (wade only) $525.  Half Day Trips, 1 or 2 Anglers (wade or float) $350.
 
Making a reservation:
Once you are sure of the dates you would like to fish, contact us to make a reservation. We suggest contacting us as early as possible (particularly between July and September) to insure getting the exact dates you would like. We can often accommodate a last minute request, however the earlier you book the better for all parties concerned. Please inform us of any health conditions or special dietary concerns you feel we should be made aware of when booking your trip.
 
Deposit & Final Payment:
A deposit that covers the first full day of guiding is required upon booking multi-day trips. Final payment of the balance due must be received upon arrival. For single day trips we do require the full trip fee in advance to secure the booking ( rod fees for private access waters are seperate to the trip fee and are generally handled the day of the trip). We accept cash, check, money orders or credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express) as methods of payment.
 
Cancellations:
Your full deposit will be refunded, less a $30.00 handling fee, if your cancellation is received at least 30 days prior to you trip. If cancelling with less than 30 days notice your deposit will be refunded only if we manage to rebook your guide.
 
Gratuities:
Typically guides recieve $50-$100 in gratuity, but we leave this choice strictly up to you based on the performance and effort of your guide.
 
If you have any questions concerning the above information or if you would like to learn more about arranging a guide trip to meet your needs please contact us 1-800-356-4052 or by email at guide@dan-bailey.com .
 
We are one of Montana's oldest licensed Outfitters - John Bailey # 183

 

Rods & Leaders
  • 8 1/2' to 9' 5wt or 6wt rods on the bigger freestone rivers.
  • 8' to 9' 4wt or 5wt rods on the spring creeks.
 
Freestone rivers can be fished with 9' leaders tappered to about 4X tippet (dependent on fly size) for general fishing purposes. Streamer fishing can be done with 7 1/2' leaders tappered to between 2X and 0X.
 
Spring creeks can be fished with 9' to 15' leaders tappered to about 5X, 6X or 7X (again fly size dependent).
 
Vest Accessories
  • Nippers Forceps 
  • Extra leaders 
  • Tippet 2X - 7X
  • Fly floatant 
  • Split shot 
  • Strike indicators 
  • Fly boxes 
  • Flashlight 
  • Sun screen 
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Insect repellent 
  • Camera 
  • Drinking Water
 
Clothing
Remember that Montana is wide open country with variable weather conditions. Always be prepared for adverse weather conditions - even in the summer, especially if the weatherman calls for perfectly sunny skies.
 
Early Summer / Late Fall Clothing 
  • Heavy weight socks 
  • Long underwear 
  • Fleece shirt 
  • Fleece pants 
  • Fleece gloves 
  • Warm hat 
  • Waterproof rain jacket 
* It's good idea to keep some extra dry clothes in the car just in case you take a spill.
 
Summer Clothing 
  • Lightweight long pants 
  • Shorts 
  • Short sleeved Tshirts
  • Long sleeved Tshirts 
  • Cap / Hat 
  • Rain Jacket 
  • Lightwieght fleece pull over 
Bring along lightweight underwear and a fleece layer in the event the weather changes quickly.
 
Wading Gear
Even if you plan to fish from the boat its a good idea to bring these items along.
 
Breathable waders
  • Felt soled wading shoes 
  • Wading staff
  • Gravel guards 
  • Neoprene socks*
  • Extra wool socks 

* If you plan to wet wade 

                                 

 

 

 

 

Bed & Breakfasts/Lodges 

Yellowstone Country Bed & Breakfast
Log Cabins with Fireplaces 
P.O. Box 1002 Emigrant, MT 59027
406-333-4917 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-333-4917end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Paradise Gateway Bed & Breakfast
& Log Guest Cabin
Emigrant, MT
 (800) 541-4113 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (800) 541-4113end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Dome Mountain Ranch
2017 Hwy 89 SouthEmigrant (406) 333-4361 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 333-4361end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Yellowstone River Inn Cabins
4950 Hwy 89 South
Livington, MT 59047
 
(406) 222-2429 888-669-6993
 
Mission Ranch Lodge
26 Frontage Rd. East
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-690-3535
 
Headwaters of the Yellowstone B & B
Box 25 (9 Olson Lane)
Gardiner, Montana 59030
 
406-848-7073
 
 
Yellowstone Valley Ranch
3840 US Hwy 89 South
Livingston, MT 59047
800-626-3526 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 800-626-3526end_of_the_skype_highlighting    
 

Motels, Hotels & Rentals

 
Yellowstone Lookout
3 homes available aprox 20 miles south of Livingston
 
406-587-3696
 
 
Quality Inn
111 Ragers Lane
Livingston, MT 59047
 
406-222-0555
 
The Murray Hotel 
201 W. Park St.
Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-1350 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-1350end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Country Motor Inn
814 East Park Street
Livingston, MT 59047
 
406-222-1923
 
Best Western Yellowstone Inn
1515 W. Park St.
Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-6110 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-6110end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Montana Vacation Rentals
Patricia Blume Properties, LLC
Livingston, MT 59047 
(406) 222-3793 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-3793end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
The Livingston Inn
5 Rogers Lane
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-3600 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-3600end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
 
The Grand Hotel
139 McLeod St.
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-4459 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 932-4459end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Chico Hot Springs Resort
1 Chico Road
Pray, MT 59065
(800) 408-9232 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (800) 408-9232end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Cabin on the Yellowstone
83 Loch Leven Road
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-1404 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-1404end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Budget Host Parkway Motel
1124 West Park Street
Livingston, MT 59047
 
406-222-3840
 
Comfort Inn of Livingston
114 Loves Lane
Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-4400 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-4400end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Rodeway Inn
102 Rogers Lane
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-222-6320
 
(406) 222-0555 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-0555end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Super 8 Motel of Livingston
105 Centennial Drive
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-7711
 
Pine Creek Lodge & Cafe
2496 East River Road
Livingston, MT 59047 
(406) 222-3628 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-3628end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Absaroka Guest House
214 Sou 2nd Street
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-551-6506

 

 

Dining

 
Montana's Rib & Chop House
Simply put - it's the place to be! 
305 East Park
Livingston, MT 59047 
(406) 222-9200 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-9200end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Northern Pacific Beanery
They have it all.
108 West Park Street
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-7288 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-7288end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
The Grand Hotel
Elegant dining & great wine list
139 McLeod Street 
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-4459 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 932-4459end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Pine Creek Cafe
Popular valley eatery
2496 East River Road
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-3628 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-3628end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Adagio
Italian Fare & Pizza
101 North Main
Livingston, MT 59047 
(406) 222-7400 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-7400end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Second Street Bistro
Fine dining w/ extensive wine list & cocktails
Corner of Second & Park Street
Livingston, MT 59047
(4060 222-9463
 
Clark's Crossing
Steaks & Seafood
102 Rogers Lane
Livingston, Mt 59047 
(406) 222-6320 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 222-6320end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Rick's on Main
116 South Main
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-222-3800
 
The Sport Bar
114 South Main
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-222-5141
 
Chico Hot Srings Resort
Fine Dining w/ great food, wine & cocktails
1 Chico Road
Pray, Mt 59065
(406) 333-4933 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE (406) 333-4933end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Paradise Valley Pop Stand
5060 US Hy 89 South
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-222-2006
 
 
Pinky's Cafe
Breakfast and Lunch Hotspot.
109 South Main Street
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-0668 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-0668end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Park Place Tavern
A tasty twist on pub food.
122 North Main Street
Livingston, MT 59047
 
406-222-5277
 
The Stockman
Classic Montana Steakhouse/Bar
118 North Main Street
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-8455 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-8455end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Yellowstone Pizza Company
Best Pizza in town.
1106 W. Park, #21 
(Yellowstone Gateway Mall) 
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-5508 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-5508end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
The Wok
Asian & Asian-American fare.
102 North Second Street
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-7009 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-7009end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Twin Dragon
Authentic Chinese
117 West Park Street
Livingston, MT 59047
406-222-9009 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-9009end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Fiesta En Jalisco
Traditional Mexican Fare
119 West Park Street
Livinggston, MT 59047
406-222-5444 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE 406-222-5444end_of_the_skype_highlighting
 
Thai Isan
206 & 11 Street   
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-222-2240
 
Pickle Barrel
(Sandwiches)
135 So. Main  
Livingston, MT  59047
 
406-222-5469
 
Gill's Goods
207 West Park Street
Liingston, MT  59047
 
406-222.411
 
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