FAQ & RATES
Below you will find everything you will need for your Montana fly fishing trip. Our weather and conditions can change quickly, so it’s important to come prepared. Rest assured we’ve got you covered on any gear you may forget!
TRIP TIPS
PACKING LIST
Fly Rods*:
Dry fly fishing – 4 or 5 weight fly rod
Nymphing – 5 or 6 weight fly rod
Streamers – 6 or 7 weight fly rod
*If you don’t have a rod, your guide will provide use of theirs
Recommended Gear:
Waders (rentals for waders and wading boots is available with advance notice)
Wading boots (cool weather)
Wading sandals (warm weather)
Layers (breathable layers for summer, insulating layers for the cooler months)
Raincoat (even in the height of summer)
Sunscreen
Polarized sunglasses
FISHING LICENSE
The state of Montana has made it easy to purchase your license, please use the link below. Remember to keep a screen shot of your license on your phone.
ALCOHOL
Alcohol is not available for purchase at the lodge as Big Horn is a dry county. However, you are welcome to bring your own. If you are flying into Billings there are a number of options. We recommend Costco, City Vineyard and Albertsons for beer and wine. For spirits, Bottles & Shots is the closest liquor store to the airport.
GRATUITY
Gratuities are never expected but always appreciated. As guests frequently inquire about gratuity amounts, we offer the suggested guidelines:
Guides: $150 - $200 per day, per boat
Lodge Staff: $20 - $35 per guest, per day
GETTING TO KINGFISHER LODGE
TRAVEL BY AIR
If you have your own plane, Fort Smith has an excellent 3800 foot runway (no tower). Contact us prior to arrival for ride options. If you fly into the Billings Airport, we recommend Cody Shuttle Service: (307) 527-6789. There are also car rental services in Billings.
DRIVING
From the West/Billings: Take I-90 south from Billings, travel 44 miles and take the first Hardin exit. Follow signs for Yellowtail Dam and Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area onto state highway 313. At St. Xavier (a post office and abandoned school) take a left at the post office – there is a sign for Bighorn National Recreation Area. Stay on Hwy 313 until mile-marker 38 on the right side of the road, take the first right onto the first paved road marked by a river access sign. Follow the road a half mile to a T junction and turn right. Kingfisher Lodge is on your left about 100 yards up the road.
From the South: Head north on I-90, take exit 509 at Crow Agency. It winds through the Crow Reservation and connects with Hwy 313. Take a left onto Hwy 313 and continue as listed above through St. Xavier toward Bighorn Canyon and mile marker 38.
From the East: Head west on I-94 exit at Custer and take Hwy 47 south to Hardin. At Hardin, Hwy 47 becomes 313, follow directions for “from the west”.
TRIP RATES
If you have any questions concerning our package rates, please call us
Package Includes: Lodging, flies, breakfast, boat lunches, appetizers, dinner and non-alcoholic beverages.
Package Exclusions: Accommodations tax, guide & staff gratuities, alcohol, and transportation to and from the lodge.
Pets Policy: To ensure our guest’s comfort, we request that pets be kenneled in the rooms at all times. If you do not have a kennel, we can provide one for you.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
2 Nights
1 day guided fishing
$1,100/per person
3 Nights
2 days guided fishing
$1,650/per person
4 Nights
3 days guided fishing
$2,200/per person
5 Nights
4 days guided fishing
$2,750/per person
6 Nights
5 days guided fishing
$3,250/per person
7 Nights
6 days guided fishing
$3,750/per person
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
2 Nights
1 day guided fishing
$1,400
3 Nights
2 days guided fishing
$2,250
4 Nights
3 days guided fishing
$3,100
5 Nights
4 days guided fishing
$3,950
6 Nights
5 days guided fishing
$4,750
7 Nights
6 days guided fishing
$5,550
We accept all forms of payment. If you are using a credit card, there will be a 3% surcharge.
A 50% deposit is required to hold your reservation. Full payment is due 45 days prior to trip start date.