The best baits for trout fishing will depend upon factors like the type of trout that you are fishing for, the type of water body (river, creek or lake), the temperature and clarity of the water, the cloud cover and any storm systems, either coming in or leaving the area. With the basic knowledge of what trout like to eat and what makes them irritated to the point of aggravation, the trout fisherman can catch trout during any type of weather. However, the time of day may have more of an effect on catching trout than the weather and even water clarity will.

When the waters are dirty, either as a normal effect from sediment, or from a storm, the best baits for trout are scented worms, crayfish, mice and grubs.  In very clear waters, you have to  make your offering to the fish a lot more natural looking, as most trout will spot a fake if given enough time.  The more pure a trout is, like the Arctic char or the sea trout, the more intelligent it is, and live baits will work much better, with no leaders, spoons, blades or swivels to give off the authenticity of your offerings.

Fishing for trout with mice? A mouse fly, from about the size of a chicken egg to the size of a large tomato, is a wonderful trout lure, one that makes the trout aggressively strike the lure on the top of the water. This is when the fisherman needs a companion with a good digital camera and a big fishing net, in order to get the pictures of the trout flying through the air, and landing the brute.  The mouse dry fly is a top-water lure, so reeling the lure in with a hopping formation, quick followed by slow retrievals, will drive any nearby territorial trout into a biting frenzy.

Split-minnow lures and red devils are two of the most long-standing best artificial lures for trout fishing, under all weather and water conditions, but especially for deep water lake trout fishing.  However, worms are the standard for trout fishing in rivers and streams, unless you are fly fishing or trolling behind a boat or other watercraft.  No real trout fishermen, unless a die-hard fly fisherman, won’t have a couple of dozen worms as backup in case the trout are not falling for false bait’s and lures, like the split minnow, in either deep diver or floater model. When trolling, reflective plates should be used about 6 to 8 feet above the lure, as the blade’s reflection of the sun’s rays will act as an attractant to any nearby trout, and they act as weights, keeping the bait lower in the water.

The best artificial lures for trout fishing include scented rubber minnows, grubs and crayfish, as well as the split-minnow lures, especially in chartreuse or red and white colors. Also popular for fishing lures to catch trout are the Rapala brand of deep diving lures, the warbler spoons and spinner baits. Spinner baits and Bob-Its, a sort of 2-hook worm harness akin to the pickerel harness, are trout lures that require live bait to be attached to them. Both minnows (trout only, of course!) and worms (red, midnight crawlers, etc.) can be used with spinner baits.

When trout fishing after the spawning periods, the trout fishermen usually fish with trout egg sacks. Real eggs can be used, squeezed out of the first large female caught. Either wrap a few dozen eggs into a piece of cheesecloth, or simply wrap the fishing line around the egg sack so that the hook ends up within the egg sack. These trout baits should be weighted so that the flow about a half of an inch off of the bottom of the water source, floating against the current.

When trout fishing, and the water is dirty from a recent storm, using top-water crank baits (like the mouse) and colorful and scented lures work best. When the trout can not see the lure, make sure that they can either sense sounds (rattle lures) or smells (scented lures and baits) to attract them to the lures.

Fish on, and may your next trout be a trophy.

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The Best Baits For Fishing Trout.

Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide – Things to Know Before Going Fly Fishing for Trout in Montana

Montana is home to some of the best trout fly fishing in the United States.  People come from all over the world to fish its legendary waters.  Some fly fishermen seek the expertise of a Montana trout fly fishing guide while others are determined to go at it alone.  Regardless of how you do it there are certain things that you must be prepared for.  This is a quick guide to Montana trout fly fishing that is aimed at helping ensure a successful trip to one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Even if a person was to fly fish Montana for a year and never catch a fish, the trip would still be a success.  You cannot believe the sheer beauty of this place until you have been there.  The wildlife alone is enough to get people coming back for more; throw a few 20 inch trout into the mix and you are in for one of the best trips of your life.  To make this trip as successful as possible, there are items that you will not want to leave behind and situations that you will want to be ready for.  Read on to get a general idea of what you need to be ready for, the essential items that you need to bring, and ideas on how to make this a great trip, and hopefully a successful one at that.

Where to Fly Fish in Montana

Montana is one of the biggest states in the U.S. and is home to the Rocky Mountains and other massive mountain ranges that feed thousands of rivers, streams and lakes.  With all of this water, it can be a daunting task to pick a particular body of water to fish.  I have had to decide where to fish on several occasions, and I'll tell you, it is not easy.  For the most part, all you have to do is find some cold clear water and you can bet there are trout in it, probably big trout.  From the northwest to the southeast corners, and everywhere in between, fly fishing for trout can be good.   A good portion of the Montana is not so mountainous and more so desert, but even in this 2/3 of the state, an experienced fly fisherman can find big trout if he or she knows where to look.  This is an area where a Montana trout fly fishing guide can come in handy.

Southwest Montana is by far the most popular part of the state for fly fishing.  It is home to some incredible rivers that are fed from the numerous mountain ranges that can be seen in all directions.  This area is unique in that a person can fish many different bodies of water in a short trip.  From one blue ribbon trout river you can drive over a mountain pass and be fishing in another blue ribbon river in an hour or two.  Here is a quick list of the rivers that you have to choose from in SW Montana:

Madison

Big Hole

Bitterroot

Ruby

Rock Creek

Beaverhead

Jefferson

Yellowstone

Gallatin

Missouri

All of these rivers hold a large number of big trout, but are just a few of the bigger named rivers that Montana has to offer.  It takes many trips to Montana to really determine a favorite river.  A person could fish Montana for a lifetime and still have new rivers to fish.

When to Fly Fish Montana

I have been to Montana and experienced both great and not so great fly fishing.  Whenever the conditions are right though, the fishing has consistently been on the great side.  A good way to better your chances of experiencing good fishing is to time your vacation around both weather and insect hatches.  Most of the hatches are dependent on weather though, so if you come during the time of year that weather is most predicable (summer), your chances of having a successful trip will increase.

Here is a quick break down on each season and what can be expected.

Winter: Cold!  This is the time of year to book a trip to do some tropical fishing.   Many of the rivers in Montana freeze all the way across or are made up of big dangerous ice shelves.  There is some fishing in some tail waters near the dams, but unless you are a local, the fishing is not worth going out of you war to be freezing.  If you do come this time of year, bring your skis, the skiing is better than the fishing.

Spring: The fish this time of year are less fearful than they get once they have had a few hooks in their mouth a little later in the year, so great fishing can happen.  The problem becomes the water flow and clarity.  There is usually a small time frame when the snow and ice clear in the valleys, but remains in the mountains, making for clear water.  This is a good time to fish but the window of opportunity is very small.  If you can get away with short notice, as soon as you here the fishing is good, you'd better get on it because as soon as the snow starts melting and the spring rains start coming down, the rivers will rise and clarity will drop.

Summer:  This is the most popular time to be fly fishing Montana's trout rivers.  The temperatures are comfortable and the river levels drop and become clear.  The Salmon Fly hatch is the first hatch to really start off the season.  It happens usually after June 10th.  This is a busy time of year for a Montana trout fly fishing guide, but the trout love to eat these significantly sized insects.  From the middle of June and throughout the rest of the summer, there will be hatches of either caddis, mayflies, hoppers and many more.

Fall: After the summer crowds leave, the fall gives way to cooler temperatures and less crowded rivers. This is a favorite time of year for many hardcore fly fishermen.  The fish are ready to fatten up for the winter and some big insects begin hatching.  The main attraction this time of year is the Fall Caddis hatch.  These supersized caddis are a trout's main entree and can be taken with ease off the top with large floating flies such as stimulators and caddis in size 6 – 10.

Being Your Own Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide

For an experienced fly fisherman, Montana can be effectively fished without the help of a guide.  This will certainly cut down on the budget, but is only advised for those that are proficient at casting and working flies.  There is a huge learning curve in fly fishing and if you are not over that curve, then it will be beneficial to have someone to help you out, either a friend or a guide.  Before you go, you will want to know what you will need as for as gear and fly patterns.  At the link at the end of this article there is an insect hatch chart for Montana that can help you decide what flies to take.  Another good way is to stop at a fly shop on the river you will be fishing and ask.  Most of these people spend a lot of time on the river and will be able to steer you in the right direction.  You may also want to ask them if they have any guides available as sometimes you can book a trip last minute for a discounted price if the guide has nothing else to do.  If you are going to fly fish Montana on your own, then make sure you read the gear guide below to make sure you have all you will need.

Hiring a Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide

One of the best ways to ensure a successful fly fishing trip to Montana is to hire a Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide.  It is amazing how much knowledge most of these guys have after putting fly fisherman on trout every day.

Here is a list of the benefits that a fly fishing guide can offer:

Knowing the insect hatches:  Yes, Montana is full of big trout, but the way these trout get so big is because they are smart.  They know which insects are hatching, the color and size they are, and how they float in or on the water.  Knowing these key features is exactly what a guide is paid to do, so he or she had better be good at it or they will not make it in this business.  When fishing these smart trout, you need to have everything perfect; a guide can definitely help to make this happen.

Where to Fish: Trout have certain conditions that they prefer.  Fishing in the right spot is a crucial factor to success on any trout water.  Insects and other organisms that trout feed on collect in certain areas and this is where you will find big trout.  A good Montana trout fly fishing guide will be able to put you in the right place at the right time

Access: Getting to the trout waters is sometimes half the battle.  Much of Montana's trout fishing is best accessed by a boat or by walking through private property.  Not everybody has a boat and even if you do, it may not be feasible or possible to bring it.  A guide will get you where you need to be one way or another.

Equipment: Most guides will have a high quality fly fishing rod, reel and line set up for you to use that is designed to cast the flies you will be using and fight the fish you will be fishing for.  It is very important that you use the right equipment as this will greatly improve you fly fishing efficiency.

Knowledge: A Montana trout fly fishing guide will be able to offer clients so much more than just fishing advice.  A good guide also knows the history, geology, anthropology, and stories that make this part of the world so interesting and beautiful.

Gear to Bring:

Montana is a demanding place, both in fly fishing gear and clothing alike.  To make this the best trip possible it is advised that you come prepared for anything that Montana can throw at you.  I have seen it snow in July, and I've lost several fish due to size that I was not expecting.  Let's go over some items that you should not come to Montana without.

1. Fly Fishing Gear: Things you will need if not hiring a Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide

Fly Fishing Rod: It is very important that you bring a fly rod that is of high quality.  The Wal-Mart combo set is not recommended and will lead to headaches and a far less successful trip.  A well made fly rod is much easier to cast, more accurate, and stronger leaving you much less likely to break it.  Two rules of thumb are: 1. Buy the best rod you can afford.  2. Only consider rods that offer a lifetime warranty.  For more information on buying a fly rod and all other fly fishing gear mentioned here, click the link at the end of this article.

Fly Fishing Line:  Fly lines are a close second to the importance of a fly fishing set up right behind a quality fly rod.  With fly fishing, you are casting the line which delivers the fly to where you want it.  This means the line has to work with the rod.  This is why it is advised to use a high quality line in addition to a nice rod.  Also, you will want to be able to fish many different situations as the fish are not always willing to take an insect on the top.  You may need to use a sink tip to get bait fish imitations to the fish so it is also wise to go with a line that has interchangeable tips of different sink rates from floating to fast sink.

Fly Fishing Reel: a fly reel is less important and receives far less use than the line and rod, but a smooth drag system is very helpful if you hook into any trout 16 inches or more.  It is not a good experience to lose a fish of a lifetime over a cheap piece of equipment.  Again, it is suggested to buy the best reel you can afford, but if you must skimp on either a rod, reel, or line, this is the place to do it.

Waders and Boots: These are an essential.  Most Montana fly fishing is done at elevations well over 6000 feet making for cool mornings and cold water even in August.  Having owned a couple pairs of cheap waders in my early fly fishing days, I can tell you how important a quality pair can be.  Although they may cost twice as much, a quality pair can last 3 times as long before they start leaking in the seams and cutting in to your fun.  Also, a good pair of wading boots is a must on the slippery rocks of almost all Montana Rivers.  Good support and traction are what you should be after.  There are many types of soles to choose from.  A big push in Montana is rubber soles as opposed to felt in an effort cut down on transporting invasive aquatic organisms that can live in a felt sole that does not have time to dry out before using them in a second river system.  Nearly all quality wading boot manufactures have come out with rubber soles designed to grip slippery rocks and many have removable cleats that can add a lot of stick to your traction.  Check out the gear guide link at the end of this article to help you decide on all equipment you will need.

Flies, leaders, tippets, floatant, and line cutters: These are all necessary if you are going to be your own Montana trout fly fishing guide.  It is important to know how to tie all this together and what types of flies are effective during the time of your adventure.  One would think a trout would take any fly that it sees, but even the small fish are smart and will mostly only take flies that match the insects that are hatching at the time.

2.  Things to bring guide or not:

Hiring a Montana trout fly fishing guide will definitely cut down on the amount of gear you will need to pack as far as fly fishing equipment.  Still there are several items that you will not want to leave home without that your guide will not provide, especially if you are not hiring one.  Here is a quick list of items that should not be left home.

Rain proof coat: have it ready too.  The weather in these mountains can change in an instant from sunny and warm to cloudy, rainy, and sometimes even snow.

Binoculars: the areas are home to some incredible wildlife and you never know what you are going to see.  Deer, elk, big horn sheep, moose, wolf, coyote, bear, and many more species are all possible.

Camera: Make sure you have one handy when you real in that fish of a life time.  The surroundings are picture perfect as well.

Sun Screen: The sun is intense at these altitudes and the rays will reflect off the water.

Sun Glasses: Sunglasses are very helpful when spending all day on the river.  Polarized sun glasses are recommended as they cut down on the glare coming off the water and enable a person to see through the water much better than with just regular sun glasses.

Handling of Montana Trout

All trout are very delicate.  It is best not to touch them at all, but if you do need to take a picture, wet your hands before touching, take a quick photo, and get it back in the water.  It is best to let it swim away as soon as it has the power to do so.  Please do not caress it and rub its belly like you see them do on fishing shows.  Get the trout out of your hand as soon as possible.  Most of Montana requires Barbless hooks, but do it because it is the right thing to do as it is so much easier to remove the hook this way.  Barbless hooks get a bad rap for loosing fish.  I think it is more of an excuse.  Many times that hook is going to come out barb or not, the key is to keeping the line tight.  Many experienced fly fishermen including many Montana Trout fly fishing guides will agree that the barb actually makes it harder to get a good hook set on a fish because it has a wider shank to seat it firmly in the mouth tissue.  The final argument against barbed hooks is the fact that it is not smart to have a barbed hook flying around your head, or any part of your body for that matter.  A barbed hook in your eye is not a pretty sight.  Just hope there is still have sight from that eye when you get back from the hospital.

Conclusion

No matter how many big Montana Trout you do or don't catch, you are sure to have a good time.  Like I said before, the scenery alone is worth making a trip here. Typically my drive home to Idaho is spent planning out the next trip to Montana.  Every time I make the trek to these legendary waters I am faced with not having enough time to fish all the water I would like to.  That is because a lifetime is not enough time to fish all of this state.  On the drive to Montana it always seems like I have more than enough time to be fishing, but before I know it, it is time to pack up and head for home.  I guess time flies when you are having fun, luckily there are many more trips to come if I have things my way.  I hope to see you all there, and please be respectful of the fish so we all can enjoy fly fishing Montana together for years to come.

Take the Right Gear

To make sure you are properly equipped with the right gear for fly fishing Montana, go to this gear guide where you will find advice on fly rods, lines, reels, waders, and all necessary gear related to fly fishing: http://onlineflyfishingguide.com/onlineflyfishinggearguide.html and click on the gear guide. For more information on hatches, river flows, and other important articles about fly fishing, click on this link: Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide.

Question by fencer: what is a good beginner fly fishing reel?
I have a fenwick ff80-3 that my dad gave to me and im looking for a good beginner reel to go with it so i can try fly fishing in about 2 weeks from now, maybe a kit that has some flys with it as well and the string that goes with it. Does anyone know of a good beginner set up i can use.

Thanks alot.

Best answer:

Answer by trunorth
One important thing to remember about most fly reels (the exception is hard core saltwater reels) is that it is simply a place to keep your line.

I would recommend the Pflueger reels, I have two of them and they work well.

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Montana Trout Fly Fishing Guide ? Things to Know Before Going Fly Fishing for Trout in Montana

Fly Rods come in all different sizes depending on the type of fish you are after as well as the tactics you plan to deploy.   Trout pose a reel problem when it comes to picking out the perfect fly rod, as they come in all sizes, and can be fished with many different tactics.  So, unfortunately there is not one best fly rod for trout that will be superb for all trout situations.  Luckily, when an angler goes fly fishing for trout, he or she has an idea of the average size of fish and the method of fly fishing they will most likely be using.  With this information we can choose the best fly rod for trout with regards to your situation.

First, we need to look at the size of trout you will be after.  For most situations, a 4wt-6wt will be sufficient.  While a 4wt is pretty light for a fish that is over about 22 inches, it will deliver a very light presentation for a dry top water fly, and it is this natural presentation that will persuade a 20+ inch fish to take it.  With a 6wt rod, you will have plenty of back bone for bigger fish and longer casts, but you will sacrifice a little of the light presentation.  With that being said, some people elect to split the difference if they only want to buy one rod and purchase a 5wt.  A 5wt will get you somewhere in the middle and perform well in most trout fly fishing situations. 

Second, we need to look at the type of fishing you will most likely be doing.  There are three preferred methods of fly fishing for trout that vary with the way one presents their fly.  They are Dry Fly, Nymph, and Wet Fly presentations, with variations of each.  Here is a list of what rods work best for each method:

·         Dry Fly: It is hard to beat a 4wt for a light natural presentation, which is the #1 concern in dry fly fishing.

·         Nymphs:  Requires more back bone to cast a nymph set up because it typically requires a strike indicator or dry fly to best present a nymph making for a challenging cast even for a seasoned fly angler.  A light presentation is not crucial, but a natural one is.  A 6wt rod will be a good choice for nymphing and will be better suited for the larger fish associated with this technique.

·         Wet Fly:  Typically used to present a fly that sinks and looks like a bait fish.  Mostly requires a sinking line to get it deep and a "swinging" technique.  Sinking line is tougher to cast than floating line and is easier with a heavier rod.  A 6wt or even an 8wt is well suited for this situation.  Also a heavier rod is nice as this method has a possibility to catch big fish if executed properly.

Third, we need to think about quality and price.  All fly fishermen and women have different budgets they are willing and able to spend on a fly fishing setup.  The rod is only a third of the main setup.  The line and the reel make up the rest.  So keep that in mind when you decide how much to spend on a rod.  With price, comes quality and warranty.  I would suggest making this a long term investment and buying a rod that comes with a lifetime, unconditional warranty; you will not regret spending a little more on a better rod.  Fly rods do a lot of work and you will feel the difference between a cheap rod and a well built one.  Fly rods for trout with a warranty will start out at nearly 0.00 for a value priced rod and go up from there to over 00.00 for a custom bamboo rod.  The value priced rods are great beginner's rods and will perform effectively everything you will need them to do.  With the high end rods you will get a nicer feel and more comfortability, and maybe slightly better line control and presentation.  Like so many other things in life, it is best to go with the best fly fishing rod that you can afford as long as it come with the lifetime warranty, because we all break a rod sooner or later whether it be on a huge fish or your truck door; I have done both.

Choosing the perfect fly rod for trout or any other fish is not a simple decision.  There are numerous brands, sizes and styles to choose form.  I can only go over so much information in one article, but more info such as particular rods, brands and sizes are available at www.flyfishinggeararsenal.com.   Before you make this important decision make sure you visit this site by clicking here where you will also find great places to purchase fly rods of all sizes, as well other equipment and gear.

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The Best Fly Rod For Trout

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Fly Fishing – the decision to start

When done properly, which this article will help you with, bait fishing for trout is also an art in the manner that some other fishing methods are. If you can follow all of these methods you will do fine. All of which will make you a much more efficient and effective trout angler.

Use light fishing line. When bait fishing for trout you want to use fishing line that's as light as you feel comfortable with. I personally use four pound test monofilament when bait fishing. Actually four pound test is that I use for all of my trout fishing. Six pound test is okay as well, but anything heavier than this should not be employed. You want your bait to be what the trout stay focused on, and the heavier your fishing line is the more apt the trout are to see it. I suppose you can guess what happens if the trout detect your line? Yep, they are much less apt to bite.

Use a bait bag. When bait fishing, many times that bait is live worms, and when using live worms as bait you need to have and efficient and effective way to carry said worms. The simplest way to accomplish this task is to use a bait bag. With a bait bag your worms are always at your fingertips waiting to be used and you'll never have to search for your bait again. This simple act, gives you more time with your line in the water (where the trout are) rather than out of the water while you look for your worms.

Use the right kind of hooks. Gang hooks are the most effective way to present bait while fishing. This is especially true in the case of live worms. These hooks are simply a pair of small hooks tied in tandem, which enable you to present bait in a realistic manner. Always use gang hooks when bait fishing for trout, or any other species of fish for that matter.

When it comes to bait fishing for trout, these three tips will have you much more effective. Use one or all of them on your next fishing excursion and find out for yourself just how great these tips are.

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Easy Tips For Trout Fishing

When done properly, which this article will help you with, bait fishing for trout is as much of an art form as any manner of fishing has ever been proclaimed to be. Below you will find three main points to keep in mind, all of which will make you a much more efficient and effective trout angler.

Use light fishing line. When bait fishing for trout you want to use fishing line that's as light as you feel comfortable with. I personally use four pound test monofilament when bait fishing. Actually four pound test is that I use for all of my trout fishing. Six pound test is okay as well, but anything heavier than this should not be employed. You want your bait to be what the trout stay focused on, and the heavier your fishing line is the more apt the trout are to see it. I suppose you can guess what happens if the trout detect your line? Yep, they are much less apt to bite.

Use a bait bag when you are trout fishing. When bait fishing, many times that bait is live worms, and when using live worms as bait you need to have and efficient and effective way to carry said worms. With a bait bag your worms are always at your fingertips waiting to be used and you'll never have to search for your bait again. This simple act, gives you more time with your line in the water (where the trout are) rather than out of the water while you look for your worms.

Gang hooks are the most effective way to present bait while fishing. This is especially true in the case of live worms. These hooks are simply a pair of small hooks tied in tandem, which enable you to present bait in a realistic manner. This makes a huge difference when bait fishing for trout. Of course, the more you can make your bait look natural in the water, will allow you to get the most strikes. Anything that doesn't look natural will spook the trout.

Fishing is fun and an art. When you do it right, you can have such a great time. Take these simple steps and you will soon find that you are dominating the streams.

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Three Tips For Best Trout Bait Fishing