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.
We came to visit Kalispell in July of 2025 and Clay took us for guided tour on Flathead Lake to catch whitefish. Our kids ages 3-12 were along and had an absolute blast! We caught LOADS of whitefish! Ended with being able to load everyone's fingers up with whitefish! Clay was so personable, knowledgeable and gave us an amazing experience in Montana! He even kept our little guy engaged by allowing him to help with clean up process throwing to the seagulls. We are HOOKED on montana and hoping to be able to move out that way soon!
Mindi VandeKamp
November 4, 2025
We came to visit Kalispell in July of 2025 and Clay took us for guided tour on Flathead Lake to catch whitefish. Our kids ages 3-12 were along and had an absolute blast! We caught LOADS of whitefish! Ended with being able to load everyone's fingers up with whitefish! Clay was so personable, knowledgeable and gave us an amazing experience in Montana! He even kept our little guy engaged by allowing him to help with clean up process throwing to the seagulls. We are HOOKED on montana and hoping to be able to move out that way soon!
Mindi VandeKamp
November 4, 2025