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Ennis, Montana — Dry Fly Floats & Hot Springs, MT

Destination: Madison River, Ennis, MTNights: 4Group: 2–6Season: June, July, August, SeptemberEstimated: $1,200–$2,100/person

Four days on the Madison with Gallatin River Guides, two guided float days targeting PMD and Trico hatches, two wade days at Three Dollar Bridge and Burnt Fork. Cabin base at Ennis on the Madison, breakfast at Ennis Cafe before dawn, lunch streamside. Evenings at Madison River Outfitters' fly-tying bench, dinner at The Spur Bar & Grill, pints at Madison River Brewing Company. Final night soak at nearby natural hot springs before the drive home.

What You'll Do

Fishing

Hiking

Brewery Tour

Where You Sleep

  • · Ennis on the Madison
  • · Covered Wagon Ranch

Where You Eat

  • · Ennis Cafe
  • · The Spur Bar & Grill
  • · Madison River Brewing Company

Questions

Do we need fly-fishing experience?
No. Gallatin River Guides will teach casting and presentation; most clients are intermediate or learning. Bring a 5-weight rod or rent one locally.
What's the water like in summer?
June-July runs cold (50-55°F) with strong hatches; August-September warms slightly (55-62°F) and gets crowded. Early season is prime for dry flies and solitude.
How many fish do we catch?
Madison browns and rainbows run 12-18 inches; expect 10-20 fish per float day if conditions align. It's about the cast and the river, not the cooler count.

Ready to book the story?

Five quick questions, then we build the full itinerary — lodging, daily schedule, dining, bars, the group-chat message — and drop you into a Trip Room you can share with the crew.