The Firehole River is like no other Trout Stream in the World
Where else but the Firehole River can you fish for brown and rainbow trout while geysers go off all around you? The Firehole flows out of Madison lake at over 8600 feet. It then flows from south to North about 30 miles through beautiful Yellowstone National Park.
The Firehole River flows through lush forests and valleys, past hot pools and geysers before it finally dumps into the famous Madison River . The Firehole flows through some of the most amazing thermal features in the world.
The Firehole...a fly fishing only stream
A fly fishing only stream, the Firehole offers the angler the chance to practice their skills in a variety of conditions. Long leaders and fine tippets are recommended on the Firehole.
Start the season early
The river has the earliest spring runoff in the park. Mostly flat along it's course, the runoff is minor. When the Firehole is off color from runoff, you can bet that the other streams in the park are pushing out of their banks.
Some of the best fly fishing on the Firehole is in June. Because the river warms quickly, the hatches start early. Caddis and small yellow stonefly hatches can be hot and heavy early in the season. Your best bet is to stay with small tippets and closely match the hatch. These fish see lots of pressure and can be very selective.
The hot springs and other geothermal features in the area warm the water as summer approaches. This will send the trout into the tributaries and creeks. During the summer your best bet will be to fish the mouths of those creeks that feed the Firehole.
When the water cools off in the fall, the trout will move back into the river and the fly fishing picks up once again. From mid September through October the baetis hatches make for some decent dry fly fishing.
The Firehole River is a unique and wonderful trout stream. While fishing there you are likely to see elk and bison as well as an occasional wolf or coyote. You will also want to keep an eye out for bears. It's not uncommon to see a grizzly, so keep an eye out.
A temperamental trout stream
The Firehole can be temperamental fishing and time spent there can make you a better fly fisher. The incredible beauty of the area and the wildlife, combined with the unique geothermal features make the Firehole River a must see.
The next time you visit Yellowstone you should take time to cast a fly to the browns and rainbows in the Firehole River. You'll be glad you did.
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