Nicest owners ever. Extremely clean. We shared the accommodations with my brother and his family,…read moreso there were two families, including four adults and six kids! We could have fit one or two more kids if necessary. It has a wonderful outside patio area with lots of seating (picnic tables etc), so my local family came over too for a wonderful Sunday BBQ. Just rent the whole apartment and enjoy the space. There are three rooms with several beds, a very nice kitchen and a family room area for watching movies or playing games. There is also a game loft that the kids loved, with a hammock, foosball, or pool table, and outdoor BBQ grills. It can get a little warm at night but just open a window (it's very quiet) and enjoy the night air. Top it all off with draft horses, and even a goat and baby chickens. I grew up in Wyoming, and if you want to meet real people and get a real experience, stay here. The owners bend over backwards to make sure that you have everything you need to enjoy yourselves. Not too far outside of Yellowstone if you are looking for something a little different, and far and away the best place to stay near Lovell/Powell. I marked down the sleep quality just slightly because it is a shared apartment, but just know that going in. The mattresses etc., were very comfortable though.

If you're looking for the ultimate in "all-inclusive" guided fly fishing on one of North America's…read morepremiere blue ribbon rivers, Bighorn Angler Fly Shop and Lodge is the one to go with. Have I tried the rest? Well, no. But from what I've heard from fellow fishermen and local guides, you can't do better at this pricepoint than Bighorn Angler. I booked a 3-day guided fly fishing trip on the Bighorn river with some friends, and had the time of my life. Located in the tiniest of towns (St. Xavier), you'll be surrounded by southern Montana's high desert beauty, with farmland, rolling hills, and tons of wildlife. During my brief 4-day stay, I saw hawks, bald eagles, coyotes, mule deer, turkeys, pheasant, and even a black bear! The lodge itself is quaint, with individual rooms with two queen-sized beds each. They're comfortable and clean, and apportioned with all the standard hotel accommodations, while still keeping with that rustic Montana lodge feel. Yes, they even have WiFi! Coffee is ready at 7:00 each morning (there's Keurigs in the rooms), breakfast is served at 7:30, and the guides show up at 8:00. A word on the meals: there's no menu. It's like eating at mom's. You'll be served what they're cooking that day, it's always good, and you won't go hungry. I'm sure they accommodate food allergies and other preferences, but I don't know for a fact. The guides are all locals with years of experience. They're friendly, informative, helpful with just about any request you have, and all equipment is provided, from waders to rods and line, all the way down to terminal gear. You just need to dress the part. A word on attire: you'll need to do your research on the weather expected for your visit. Montana is somewhat unpredictable. Case in point, day 1 was cold, calm, and overcast; day 2 was a bit warmer, but rained ceaselessly all day; day 3 was sunny, much warmer, and a bit breezy. Having the right layers to be able to adjust to changing conditions is a must. As far as the fishing experience, I couldn't have been more pleased. The Bighorn is a tailwater fishery, so the water flow is regulated. It currently boasts 3,000 fish per mile. And the quality of fish is darned good. I brought almost 30 fish to hand during the trip, and the AVERAGE was 18", with many in our group catching some in the 22-25" range. Browns and rainbows. You may also catch a whitefish or two, and we saw one of those around 20" as well. And although the prices may vary based on time of year, trip organizer, etc., our three-day excursion cost us $1800 (not including guide tips, which can vary from $75-150 per day, depending). If you're looking for a fishing adventure that you'll remember for a lifetime, check out Bighorn Angler Fly Shop and Lodge. Tell Dwayne I sent you!

Our second fishing trip with Bighorn Anglers & a great time with our float guides Austin , Ethan &…read moreNick ! We caught some really nice , big , healthy rainbows & browns ! Accommodations and food were excellent & the weather was perfect ! Bar far the best place to catch big fish ! This trip was as good as the first ! Thanks to all , we had a great time & hope to come back !

I recently spent 4 nights at the Bighorn River View Lodge. They have a nice package of 4 nights…read morelodging, meals and 3 days guided fishing. Our guide, Chad, was great. We caught fish - most of which were large. The food was excellent. On trips like these I have often subsisted on Doritos, peanuts, and other questionable ultra processed "food". This time each dinner included a huge salad, meat, a starch - pasta, rice, etc. and a vegetable plus desert. Excellent and we didn't go away hungry. My favorite meal is breakfast and you get a wide choice of options including my favorite bacon and eggs. Lunches were provided on our floats of the Bighorn and were very good with more food than I could eat. Dave and Cary and their two labs were great hosts. I highly recommend

I was looking for a lodge to stay at and fish the Bighorn, and when researching found out that Cary…read moreHorneman, who i knew in high school, along with her husband David own the Bighorn Riverview Lodge and Cabins. I booked Thursday thru Sunday and brought my 26 year old son along for the trip. Everything about our stay was perfect! the lodge and our cabin was clean, welcoming and comfortable. The food was excellent, and our fishing guide Chad was incredible. We caught dozens of fish over two days, and when coming back to the lodge at the end of the day we were welcomed by Cary and David with a cold drink and a great dinner. Cary and David provide guests with everything they need, and no detail is overlooked. I highly recommend the Bighorn Riverview Lodge and Cabins, it was perfect, and can't wait to go back!

Amazing people, amazing cuisine, amazing resort... No better location exists on the wonderful…read moreBighorn River... the guides are great and very patient... just a wonderful experience!

This place is awesome. Picturesque location overlooking the river, very close to town and the dam…read morewhere you put in for fishing. The cabins are neat, clean, and well appointed. This is where we will stay every time we are in Fort Smith to fish the legendary Big Horn River.

Can't say enough about how beautiful this area is!!! The mountains, and the wildlife are incredible.read more

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area is a massive recreation area spread across Wyoming and…read moreMontana. There is a visitor center in each state and vastly different personalities to the area at either end. If you're looking to visit the canyons head to the Wyoming visitor center. You can not access the canyons by car from Montana (without a 2+ hour drive). From the Montana side you can visit the Yellowtail Dam (currently closed due to Covid), there is boat access here and you can fish in the river. Fly fishing is very popular in this area. This is a beautiful area to visit especially if you have access to a boat.