GARDINER FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Stillwater and Silence: A Full Day Boat Fly Fishing the Lakes of Yellowstone
A seven- to eight-hour, small-group boat trip from Gardiner that covers guided stillwater fly fishing on Yellowstone’s lakes with gear, guides, and lunch provided.
Stillwater and Silence: A Full Day Boat Fly Fishing the Lakes of Yellowstone.
Experience the concentrated thrill of stillwater fly fishing on the lakes inside Yellowstone National Park: a full day on the water with expert guidance, all necessary tackle and rods, waders when needed, and a served lunch and cold drinks—delivered as an intimate, small-group outing designed for one to two anglers per boat.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Yellowstone lakes by motorized boat
Spend the day on the park’s stillwaters accessed by motorized boat, surrounded by landscapes unique to Yellowstone as you fish its sheltered bays and open-water pockets.
Intimate small-group guidance
Trips run with one guide per boat for small groups—typically one to two anglers—ensuring focused instruction and a personalized experience on each outing.
All essential gear and a midday meal
The operator provides fly rods, reels, flies, tackle, and waders/boots when needed, and includes lunch and cold drinks so anglers can concentrate on casting and reading water.
What the day feels like
What a day on the water feels like
From a morning meet-up in Gardiner or at Bridge Bay Marina you board a motorized boat and head to Yellowstone’s stillwaters for a full seven- to eight-hour session of guided fly fishing. The pace is measured—casting, working water, and short rests for a lakeside lunch—centred on one-on-one instruction and the logistics of fishing from a boat in the park.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Trips are seven to eight hours long; expect a full day on the water with time for fishing, breaks, and a provided lunch.
Bring your Yellowstone fishing permit and park entrance pass (not included), warm layers and a rain jacket as needed, and be prepared to tip your guide—tipping is not included.
The operator supplies fly rods/reels, flies and tackle, and provides waders and boots when needed; lunch and cold drinks are included.
Small-group rate applies to one to two anglers per guide/boat with a listed rate for small groups.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The outing runs seven to eight hours.
Where do I meet for the trip?
Meet at the Wild West Rafting shop in Gardiner, MT, or at Bridge Bay Marina in Yellowstone National Park; pickup from Gardiner lodging can be arranged.
What’s included in the trip price?
Included are lunch and cold drinks, fly rods/reels, tackle and flies, and waders and boots when needed.
What isn’t included?
Yellowstone fishing permits and park entrance passes are not included, nor is gratuity for the guide; bring warm layers or a rain jacket as needed.
How many anglers are in a boat?
Trips are small-group format—one to two anglers per guide and boat.
Is the fishing from a motorized boat?
Yes—the trips access Yellowstone lakes via a motorized boat for stillwater fly fishing.