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Walk & Wade Trips

Walk & Wade Quick Tips

Full Day or Half Day

Choose the duration that best suits your schedule.

Location

Yellowstone National Park, the largest expanse of public trout water in the lower 48.

All Inclusive Experience

We handle everything from permits, licenses, waders to rods, so you can focus on enjoying the experience.

Expert Guides

Our experienced guides tailor the trip to your skill level, providing personalized instruction.

Walk & Wade Trips Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Parks’ Fly Shop’s Walk & Wade Fishing Trips in Yellowstone National Park. Tailored for anglers of all levels, these guided excursions offer the flexibility to explore diverse terrains, from Salmonfly crusted canyons to geyser-lined meadows, depending on the season and individual preferences. Immerse yourself in a personalized fishing experience, complete with expert instruction, wildlife encounters, and the stunning landscapes of one of the most renowned trout destinations in the lower 48.

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Walk & Wade Trip Details

*Bookings within 72 hours of the trip date is disabled for online use. Please call for week of availability.

What is provided

  • Wading or wet wading gear (Based on current conditions)
  • Flies, tippet, leaders
  • Rods and Reels
  • Transportation from Parks Fly Shop
  • Lunch on full day trips
  • Good advice and bad jokes

What’s not included

  • Lunch on half day trips
  • Gratuity
  • Fishing Permits/ Licenses (YNP/ MT)
  • Park Entrance

Recommended Gear

  • Polarized Sunglasses
  • Rain Gear
  • Sun Protection (hat with a brim, we strongly recommend nearly require clothing good for sun protection such as quick dry long sleeve shirts, pants, buffs, sun gloves, etc.)
  • Sun Screen and Bug Spray
  • Phone for Photos (waterproof case recommended)
  • Layers of clothing (fleece, etc.)
  • Gloves and beanie for spring, fall, or winter trips
  • Small day pack (for hiking with water and layers/ rain jacket)

Optional Gear

  • Waders (usually only needed for cooler or wetter times of year, wet wading is common in summer)
  • Wading boots (NO studded boots for float trips, NO felt soles allowed in Yellowstone Park)
  • Fishing Vest or Pack
  • Sun Screen and Bug Spray
  • Hand Tied Flies, custom leaders
  • Wading Staff (optional)
  • 5 or 6 wt fly rod (most commonly used)

Important Notes

  • All trips are catch & release and fly fishing only.
  • Minimum age: 8 years old.
  • We provide necessary equipment upon request.
  • Cancellations received at minimum one month before the trip date (or first date of a multi-day trip) will be refunded in full.

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Hear from Our Clients

Don’t just take our word. Read about the amazing experiences of our customers!

The guides out of this shop are fantastic. I brought 4 other members of my family on a float down the Yellowstone, with very different fly fishing skill levels. Every single person had a blast, learned a lot and caught fish. It was a tough group (3 boats, some folks had essentially no experience) but Rob, Clancy and Trevor did an amazing job. Beyond that, several days later I stopped into the shop to ask about a trip I was planning around Montana. Trevor, Clancy and Richard gave great advice and were happy to do it despite no direct financial benefit to them. They were just stoked to help. This is a top notch group of people.

James Kibler

Whether you are new to the sport, or an experienced angler, Parks’ Fly Shop is an outstanding resource for fly fishers. My brother and I have been fly fishing in Yellowstone National Park for well over 30 years, and we still hire Parks’ to guide us. Richard’s knowledge of YNP and the rivers nearby, outside The Park, is unsurpassed, and he has surrounded himself with an incredible crew of guides. I really can’t say enough about our recent (last week) float and walk/wade trips with them. Kody, Rob, Trevor, Clancy and Ethan are all accomplished anglers who will put you on big fish, often on a dry fly. If you want a truly memorable fly fishing experience, hire Parks’ as your guide.

Hans Hintzen

The beauty of Yellowstone is only rivaled by the personality and passion for the outdoors that our guide Trevor has. He has set the standard to which we will base every trip we have going forward, but I know it’s an impossible standard to meet.

Daniel Renner

landscape of river going through forest

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