LF Ranch Offering Brochure

RANCH FISHING & HUNTING
“For the lucky few that have stalked their banks, the LF waterways offer an intricate labyrinth of
adventure. Coupled with a well-placed cast – every bend, riffle and rock hold the promise of connecting
with a large wild trout. The pure variability of angling opportunities is astounding.”
Should the day come that an angler wants to venture off the
Ranch, the famed nearby waters of the Dearborn, Sun and
Missouri Rivers are all within an easy hour drive. Many
consider the stretch of the Missouri River from Holter Dam
near Wolf Creek downstream to Cascade the finest river in the
State. The Sun and Dearborn Rivers originate in the renowned
Bob Marshall Wilderness and offer less traveled fishing
experiences. Local reservoirs including Nilan, which borders
the northeast corner of the Ranch, Pishkun and Willow Creek
offer additional still-water angling opportunities and in the heat
of the summer are popular local boating destinations.
As the summer fishing season transitions into fall, and sporting
pursuits turn to the field, the big-game and wing-shooting
opportunities on the LF are simply spectacular. The LF is home
to moose, elk, bighorn sheep, mule and white-tailed deer and
antelope. In September and October, the spectacular bugling
and rutting displays of mature bull elk that occur throughout the
LF etch permanent memories. Trophy record-book bulls are
taken annually during archery and rifle season. With historical
knowledge and many days in the field, ranch managers have
defined nine distinct elk hunting zones that provide exceptional,
unique and incredibly private experiences. The Ranch is located
in hunting District 442, which is a general ‘over the counter’
tag for elk and deer. With the burgeoning elk population in
the area, the hunting season is generous and extends from
September through February. For details on purchasing nonresident
tags, specific regulations and additional information
please refer to the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks website at
www.fwp.mt.gov.
Connor Flanigan, Fly Fishing Community Manager, Simms Fly Fishing
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