Born and raised on the shores of Flathead Lake, Clay Anderson turned a lifelong passion into Hooked On Montana, a boutique outfitter devoted to unforgettable days on the water. Clay and his hand-picked guides know every hidden she...
Born and raised on the shores of Flathead Lake, Clay Anderson turned a lifelong passion into Hooked On Montana, a boutique outfitter devoted to unforgettable days on the water. Clay and his hand-picked guides know every hidden she...
Clay and his team of guides consistently deliver exceptional fishing experiences on Flathead Lake, earning enthusiastic praise from families, first-timers, and seasoned anglers alike. Reviewers repeatedly highlight Clay's genuine passion for fishing, with many noting how his excitement feels contagious even though he's out there daily. The guides demonstrate deep knowledge of the lake and where to find whitefish and lake trout, plus they're skilled at teaching techniques to guests of all experience levels. Families especially appreciate how patient and engaging the guides are with kids, making it a memorable outing for everyone. The operation runs professionally from start to finish, with easy online booking, top-notch boats and tackle, and thoughtful touches like providing snacks, lunch, and beverages. Guests regularly report catching dozens of fish per trip, and guides even clean your catch and offer cooking tips. Several reviewers mention this was their best guided fishing experience ever, citing the combination of great catches, personable service, and that rare quality of guides who genuinely love what they do.
Excellent experience! I recently added downriggers to our boat and wanted to have experience on how to properly use them, where to fish and what to use to actually catch something. I was lucky to only have to wait a couple of days after contacting Hooked On Montana. Our guide, Griffin, was fantastic, very knowledgeable and friendly. He explained how to use the downriggers, and shared some tips on lures and bait. He even told us some good spots to fish on the lake and the seasons for the species to catch. He also explained some things about the fish finder that I didn't realize, and will help me find and identify fish in the future. We were on a half day afternoon trip and netted 9 between my wife and myself. The experience that I gained was invaluable, and I know that I am on the right track to some fantastic fishing! Thanks Hooked On Montana!
Montana Man
April 24, 2026
Excellent experience! I recently added downriggers to our boat and wanted to have experience on how to properly use them, where to fish and what to use to actually catch something. I was lucky to only have to wait a couple of days after contacting Hooked On Montana. Our guide, Griffin, was fantastic, very knowledgeable and friendly. He explained how to use the downriggers, and shared some tips on lures and bait. He even told us some good spots to fish on the lake and the seasons for the species to catch. He also explained some things about the fish finder that I didn't realize, and will help me find and identify fish in the future. We were on a half day afternoon trip and netted 9 between my wife and myself. The experience that I gained was invaluable, and I know that I am on the right track to some fantastic fishing! Thanks Hooked On Montana!
Montana Man
April 24, 2026