The North Fork is revered by dry fly enthusiasts. Watch as trout come up from the bottom to catch your fly in the crystal-clear Flathead waters.
Set off on the legendary North Fork of the Flathead River — famous for its spectacular views, crystal-clear waters and abundance of wildlife — on a bucket-list worthy, multi-day adventure.
With headwaters starting in Canada, the North Fork flows south, forming the western boundary of Glacier National Park. This majestic river provides prime habitat for trout, with a variety of water conditions. You can drift a fly across a deep, slow-moving pool or lay your line out along the tail of a fast-moving riffle.
Discover everything the North Fork has to offer — from stunning scenery to world-class catch and release fishing — on our two- and three-day expeditions.
2025 Dates: June 1 – September 30
For private or custom trips (two to five days) please call: 1.406.888.5454
Our proximity to Glacier National Park means you're always nearby your next adventure, whether that’s fishing the Flathead River with Glacier Anglers & Outfitters or hiking Apgar Lookout just within the park gates.
Check into the reservations office to make sure all waivers have been signed and fishing licenses have been purchased. Meet your trip leader and grab your dry bag to pack for tomorrow's launch.
Disclaimer: Itinerary is a sample. Trips may vary depending on river and fishing conditions, campsites and guests’ needs.
Morning
Arrive at Glacier Anglers and Outfitters at Paddle Ridge in West Glacier Montana.
Meet your guides where they will take your dry bags onto the shuttle that will take the group upriver.
The shuttle up the North Fork can take anywhere from 30 minutes to a little over an hour depending on which launch point is decided.
At the launch point, guides will set up the boats and gear, and the Trip Leader will deliver an orientation and safety talk.
Spend the next few hours fishing and floating down the river taking in the flora, fauna, and overall grandeur of the North Fork of the Flathead River. Spend the next few hours drifting down the Western Border of Glacier National Park under the spectacular vistas which make up the Crown of the Continent.
Float down the scenic North Fork of the Flathead River where in the peak of the summer, the river is so clear that you can see the fish hanging out at the bottom of the pools.
Afternoon
Pull over for lunch and enjoy some time stretching your legs and take a quick dip in the river if the day is hot. After lunch, continue to fish and float down to the campsite.
Evening
Reaching the campsite with plenty of time to relax, fish from the shore, play on the beach, or chat with new friends as the guides prepare dinner. Guests are welcome to bring cards, frisbees, a book or small things to entertain themselves.
Drift off to sleep in your sleepings bags under the starry sky.
Morning
Guides will have coffee brewing when you wake up and begin cooking a hot breakfast.
After breakfast, pack up camp.
Set off on the river casting for trout which winds through the beautiful wilderness. Guides will share stories of the area and point out geological features that make the North Fork unique and special.
Afternoon
Pull over for lunch and relax before continuing to fish.
After lunch, head back on the river to fish until you reach camp.
Our guides have a keen sense of what flies to use and open to sharing techniques to get a “fish-on.”
Evening
Once you reach camp there will be plenty of time to relax, fish from the shore, play on the beach or chat with your friends as the guides prepare dinner.
Sleep soundly as the sounds of the river trickle down stream.
Morning
Guides will have coffee brewing when you wake up and begin cooking a hot breakfast.
After breakfast, pack up camp.
Set off on the river floating and fishing through the beautiful wilderness.
Afternoon
Pull over for lunch which is prepared by your guides.
Head back on the river and fish all the way back to town.
Depart the river and shuttle back to Glacier Angler and Outfitter’s headquarters.
Select a month below to view availability.
Last updated: December 20, 2024
| Trip Length | Available Departure Dates |
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| 2 Days | June 2 June 4 June 6 June 8 June 10 June 12 June 14 June 16 June 18 June 20 June 22 June 24 June 26 June 28 June 30 |
| 3 Days | June 1 June 3 June 5 June 7 June 9 June 11 June 13 June 15 June 17 June 19 June 21 June 23 June 25 June 27 June 29 |
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| 2 Days | July 2 July 4 July 6 July 8 July 10 July 12 July 14 July 16 July 18 July 20 July 22 July 24 July 26 July 28 July 30 |
| 3 Days | July 1 July 3 July 5 July 7 July 9 July 11 July 13 July 15 July 17 July 19 July 21 July 23 July 25 July 27 July 29 July 31 |
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| 2 Days | August 2 August 4 August 6 August 8 August 10 August 12 August 14 August 16 August 18 August 20 August 22 August 24 August 26 August 28 August 30 |
| 3 Days | August 1 August 3 August 5 August 7 August 9 August 11 August 13 August 15 August 17 August 19 August 21 August 23 August 25 August 27 August 29 August 31 |
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| 2 Days | October 2 October 4 October 6 October 8 October 10 October 12 October 14 October 16 October 18 |
| 3 Days | October 1 October 3 October 5 October 7 October 9 October 11 October 13 October 15 October 17 |
| Dates | Departure Time | Trip Length* | River Miles |
| June through September | 8:30 a.m. | 2 – 3 days | 12 – 32 miles |
June through September |
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| Departure Time | Trip Length* | River Miles |
| 8:30 a.m. | 2 – 3 days | 12 – 32 miles |
Save time at check in by bringing your pre-signed waiver.
Glacier Anglers & Outfitters Montana Outfitters License:
Hilary Hutcheson, License # 56666
PO Box 210, West Glacier, MT 59936
406.888.5454
Flathead Forest Service Permit
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