Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. All anglers are required to have a valid Montana fishing license or a Yellowstone National Park permit, depending on your trip location. You can purchase one online at fwp.mt.gov or at most local fly shops.

This is one of the most common questions. Our weather in Montana can be extremely bi-polar. Its important to ALWAYS have a warm jacket and rain jacket even in the summer months. Its important to note that when it rains here, the temperature drops significantly. You might not be used to that depending where you are from. 

*For spring, fall, and winter fishing, you should dress in such a way that allows you to add or subtract layers depending on conditions. We recommend a midweight base layer paired with a vest. On top of that a down or insulated jacket. Finally, its mandatory to have a weatherproof/waterproof jacket that will shed rain, snow and break the wind. Having a dexterous pair of fingerless gloves will be necessary for fishing but also have a warm set of gloves or mittens that you can resort to if your hands start getting cold. Hand warmers are a good idea! Also be sure to have a hat with earflaps. Preferably one with a brim to help block the sun or glare. Waders are optional if we are in the boat but keep in mind that sometimes they are utilized for warmth more than wading in the water

*Summertime fishing in Montana also requires us to dress in layers. We recommend Quick dry long pants paired with a sun-shirt or sun hoody that will help block the sun from your skin. Shorts and flip flops and bathing suits are totally acceptable in the boat but keep in mind that flip flops make it difficult to walk on slick rocks so sporting a closed toe shoe, sandal or even your wading boots may be a better option for you. For those of you wade fishing in the summer months, you will most likely want quick dry plants and boots for ambient temperatures above 80 degrees. Waders are too hot for those days but may be wielded on cooler mornings, days. Please feel free to contact us with gear recommendations. We are also happy to assist you fine-tune your gear once the time gets closer and weather is forecasted.

You can expect to see rainbow, brown, and  Yellowstone cutthroat trout. 

A guided trip includes instruction from our hand selected guides, river shuttle, all necessary equipment, and a streamside lunch (full day trips only.) You may bring your own rod/reel, tackle and flies.

Guided trips do not include private water rod fees (if applicable), guide gratuity, Montana or Yellowstone National Park Fishing licenses. You are also responsible for personal outerwear (rain jacket, waders, boots, hat, sunglasses, sun gloves, etc.)

Appropriate gratuity for a full day trip is $125-200 per guide and for a half day trip $100-125. Guide tips are customary in this business and use their tips to offset their daily expenses.

We have open water 12 months of the year however, March-November are the typical busy months. 

Typically Spring and fall. Any months outside of July and August will be less crowded. 

Activities such as horseback riding, rodeos, Yellowstone Park tours, hiking and whitewater rafting. Don’t hesitate to ask about specifics. We would love to help you plan!

We don’t offer horseback riding, but we highly recommend Horse Track Outfitters for guided horseback adventures in the area.

Depending on the water and season, you may catch Yellowstone Cutthroat, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, or Mountain Whitefish. If you have a specific species in mind, let us know and we’ll try to target that during your trip.

Absolutely. We welcome anglers of all experience levels and ages. Our guides are experienced instructors and love sharing the sport with first-timers, families, and kids.

For Bookings Outside of 30 days:

Paradise Valley Angler requires a 50% deposit on all trips booked outside of 30 days to finalize your booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the first day of a scheduled trip. Final payment must be received before or on the same day of services rendered. Your deposit is refundable for cancellations made outside of 30 days from the first day of a scheduled trip with a 15% cancellation fee or a 100% credit can be carried for a future booking within the same calendar year. Cancellations made within 30 days of the first day of a scheduled trip will result in full payment and no refunds.

For Bookings Inside of 30 Days:

We take full payment up-front on all bookings made inside of 30 days from the first day of a scheduled trip. This payment is due at the time of booking. Please understand that the reason for this is to ensure our guides don’t lose out on a day of work in an already short season. Cancellations made within 30 days of the first day of a scheduled trip will result in full payment and no refunds.

**For All Bookings**

Note that Private Water Rod fees are non-refundable once booked.

Any date changes are considered the same as a cancelation if re-arrangements can’t be made however we will try our best. These reasons include but are not limited to: guide availability rod fee availability State/Federal fishing season closures. If trip date cant be changed for the reasons listed but not limited to the statement obove, the trip will be considered cancelled and must be paid in full.

Trips may be cancelled at the discretion of the Paradise Valley Angler, or its guides at any time and all guide trip deposits and funds will be refunded. This includes but is not limited to: conditions that jeopardize client and/or guide safety, federal and/or state closures, and guide availability/illness.  Trips will not be cancelled due to natural factors, including adverse weather, river conditions and air quality. In the rare occurrence that this debate surfaces, it will be a judgement call made by Paradise Valley Angler and its Outfitter in conjunction with your assigned Paradise Valley Angler IC Guide.

No exceptions will be made to the Cancellation/refund policy if all options have been exhausted at the Outfitters discretion.