I had the pleasure of fishing with Brian for a couple of days on the Missouri River last week and I…read morecan't say enough about how great of teacher and fisherman he is. As a long time fisherman but first time fly fisher brian not only produced dozens of fish daily for us but the way he teaches is hands down amazing. He is extremely calm and his patience as a teacher blew me and my family away. He is constantly watching and correcting you through the day. Teaching you about the correct ways to cast, fish locations, flys to use and refining your skills. It's amazing how he can do all of this as he spent 9 hours rowing down the river in 85 degree temps. He never let up. We had fish in the boat within minute of hitting the water. Thanks again Brian for the great memories and your fine teachings.

I don't even know where to begin. I'll sum it all up by saying Brian is truly superlative. He's a…read moreseasoned, knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide; an avid outdoorsman and conservationist; a patient, informative and thorough instructor; and an all-around really nice and very cool guy. As a female just learning to fly fish, there are plenty of ways I could be intimidated or belittled or demeaned. But Brian always treated me with respect and consideration and kindness. At one point, just like a chick, I was crying in his boat. He could not have been more professional, supportive and compassionate. When you want to engage with the great outdoors, whether you are an expert or novice, Brian is the man you want for your guide. Spend some time with him, you'll be better for it.

We had a wonderful morning fishing the gallatin river! We were visiting from Florida and Calvin and…read moreJake were great guides. We had our two teenage boys with us and they were great with them making sure they knew what to do and made everything enjoyable. The owner jd is great and super kind and his dog hopper was probably my favorite part of the day

We have used these guys since 2021, and we've had the pleasure of fishing with Sam and Dave. No…read morematter where we have stayed while visiting Montana, we have continued to use them to float the Madison. Always a fun time and lots of great fish!

Taylor, thank you so much for your advice and selection of the fly's we used in Glacier National…read morePark. (Unfortunately, my husband lost the foam case and all 14 fly's while fishing along the river about two days into the stay)... We had a great time, the fly's really were worth trying out. We had never fly fished and with the use of the bobber you suggested, it truly worked. You are certainly an asset to The Tackle Shop and I hope you get recognized for your efforts. Thanks again.

There are a lot of Fly Shops in the area, check them out before you book with John W. or his…read moreemployees. He thinks he has a monopoly on the services he can provide, he is not.

New management has this place in incredible shape. #7 as mentioned from a previous user has been…read morecompletely redone and is one of the cooler holes on the course. I would highly recommend this course to anyone passing through or coming from Bozeman.

I played at Madison Meadows yesterday and after reading other reviews I wasn't expecting much. Boy,…read morewas I pleasantly surprised...and then some. First, as others had written, the staff are friendly, helpful, and accommodating. My friends and I all were renting clubs, they were in a power cart and I used a 3 wheeled push cart. The clubs were all top brand clubs in top brand bags. The power cart was as expected and the push cart they provided was excellent. I have an old 2 wheeler and after using the one at Madison Meadows I may buy a new one. We kind of expected the course to be in less than top notch condition. Au Contraire. The course was in perfect condition. The fairways had rich grass that let the ball sit up nicely. The rough was a penal height but not ridiculous. You could find your ball but it might be nestled down a bit...as it should be off the fairway. The greens had been aerated a week and a half ago but the aeration marks were just about gone. But boy, were those greens fast. You could stop the ball with a well struck shot but man you had to be careful on getting your speed right. Since it was a 9 hole course, I played from the white tees first then the blue tees on the second nine. Those back tees were a challenge. The course sits along a hillside and the views of the mountains, across the valley, were spectacular. I really can't say enough good things about our round there. We all loved it. In fact, one of my friends went back there today to play again. We live in central California where we have really great course. I'd put Madison Meadows up against any of them. Lastly, the price is right. Thanks Madison Meadows for a great day!

If I could give this gem of a place 100 stars, I would…read more What people say about the excellence in service, food and amenities are all true. YC is adjacent to the Big Sky Resort in Montana, about 8- 10 minutes drive, depending on where you are staying. The Yellowstone Club private ski and golf community has a main lodge which is the heart of the Club. Love that this community has its own shops, restaurants & bars, lounge areas, spa, fitness center which has a big load of complimentary goodies, swimming pool , business center, concierge services, fire department and more. One of the major perks for members is the activities for children. Too many activities to name! Here's a few to keep busy: movie theatre, rock climbing wall, basketball court, arts, and crafts, and an arcade all at the the youth center. Staff will also provide supervised activities and day care. We love the Michelin quality dishes that comes out from the YC. The Clubhouse offers delectable meals and our go to spot from breakfast to dinners and great afternoon drinks with expansive Mountain View's. The fire pits makes fir a cozy ambiance and the outdoor pizza oven is pretty cool. The barn also is an extraordinary place for events! Love love love everything here at the YC!

I was disappointed by my experience working at Yellowstone Club this past season. For a property…read morethat caters to billionaires, it often felt like corners were cut at the expense of staff and facility standards. Equipment and amenities were frequently broken or poorly maintained--from a leaking roof and towel shortages to a malfunctioning pool and delayed rink openings. Promises made to employees--like ski days or full-club tours--were not upheld, and communication from leadership often shifted to fit the narrative. Despite working hard and receiving praise, I experienced a lack of transparency, fairness, and consistency--especially around service charges, insurance eligibility, and end-of-season scheduling. I do not recommend working for the Health and Wellness team under Serene's management. Her leadership style fostered confusion, stress, and unnecessary conflict. I hope YC leadership takes staff feedback seriously and prioritizes a more respectful, supportive work environment going forward.

Beehive Basin never disappoints! One of the most breathtaking places I have ever been! The…read morewildflowers were in all their splendor. Brilliant colors of blues, pinks, reds, yellows, whites and orange were everywhere! A sight to behold for sure! The views of Lone Mountain and the Spanish Peaks, to name a few, were spectacular. Gentle streams and waterfalls surrounded by lovely flowers were soothing to the eyes & ears. There are a few steep inclines on the hike, but worth every breath you take! In some spots on the trail, the fragrance of trees immediately takes your senses to Christmas! If you love outdoors, flowers, streams, rocks and spectacular views, you need to do this hike. You will have one of the most memorable experiences of your life!

Gorgeous!! Trail is well marked. Go early (we went about 9:30) because as it gets later, it's…read morebusy and hard to find parking. Meadows with gorgeous wildflowers, creeks with babbling brooks, forest areas, ponds, rock formations, and mountain views. We went past the trail over some boulder fields and up to the top, about 10,300ft elevation. It was tough but worth it!

It's not your normal beach there's no sand but it has a real nice level shoreline and lots of…read moreparking plus a clean restroom with a beautiful view of the lake and mountains. A few picnic tables too

This is a great beach just watch for algae toward the end of summer , nothing fancy . Just a nice…read morerelaxing view

Being a city slicker from Orange County, CA, completing Montana started out as just a check mark on…read moremy way to completing the 50 States. But when I stumbled across the Madison Marathon website I was struck by the photos of the incredible course. Now, have you ever been fooled by hotel websites with unbelievable photography only to show and and find out that the place was a dump? Well, make no mistake, the beauty of this race is as advertised. If anything, the pictures cannot do the experience proper justice. The endless blue skies and miles of velvet green fields, the smell of the wildflowers, and the touch of the gentle breeze are simple indescribable by words or photos. The Madison Marathon is billed as "highest road marathon in America." The course peaks at near 9,600 feet near mile four of the course at Monument Ridge. My Garmin recorded a total elevation gain of 2,894 (drop of 3,547) throughout the course. The first four miles presented the most major climbs but climbs continued throughout the course with some real tough SOBs after mile 19. The last six miles were "hard" as the knees began feeling the effects of the descends. There were places on the course so beautiful I wanted to cry. At times during the run I forgot that I was running altogether. Madison Marathon is a must do and I hope everyone gets to experience it in person. full race report here: http://thepedestrianrunner.blogspot.com/2013/07/state-25-montana-madison-marathon.html