Blue Damsel Lodge

For the past few years, we have been in search of a fishing lodge in the Missoula area that would meet the criteria of our discerning clientele. After much searching we have found the Blue Damsel Lodge. Blue Damsel is conveniently located just 27 miles from Missoula and can accommodate up to 14 guests at an one time.

The Lodge has been described by guests as a  “Mansion in the Wilderness that epitomizes rustic elegance”.  Built of massive Montana lodge pole pine it is a three -story log structure (with one separate cabin) situated on  Rock Creek, a well-known blue ribbon trout stream, and surrounded by the Sapphire Mountains and over two million acres of scenic Lolo National Forest.

The first and third levels of the lodge contain the six bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and the sitting rooms. A TV and internet access is available in the downstairs sitting room for those that struggle to stay away from “normal” life. The second floor or main level has the gourmet kitchen, bar, dining room and a further sitting area with wood burning fire place. Outside, the lodge has a mudroom in which to place all your gear, a fishing tackle shop, horseshoe pit, fire pit, casting pond, hiking trails,  outdoor wood grill along with an outdoor, wood fueled hot  tub.

Away from the lodge classic Western Montana fly fishing is about sight casting dry flies to rising fish, usually from a McKenzie style drift boat or inflatable raft, depending on the water being fished. Blue Damsel offers up several fishing options to do this on the Big Blackfoot, Clark Fork and Bitterroot Rivers. There is also some of Montana’s finest wade fishing on Rock Creek itself. For those that want to try something a little different then the lodge can organise overnight river float trips. The quality of the fisheries coupled with the services of the guides maximizes your chances for a memorable fishing trip.

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Blue Damsel Lodge

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Weekly Schedule:

There are no fixed entry or exit dates Blue Damsel Lodge. Typically though people do stay for a 6 night / 5 days fishing package although shorter stays are available on request.

Package Rates:

$3,500 per person based on double occupancy, sharing guide and boat.

Price include:

•    Full board and accommodation for six nights at the Blue Damsel Lodge
•    Five days guided fishing.   
•    Transport to and from the rivers each day.
•    Soft drinks.
•    Ground transfers to the lodge from Missoula.

Prices do not include:

•    International flights.
•    Internal flights.
•    Special drinks.
•    Single supplement
•    Fishing License
•    US Departure Tax.
•    Gratuities to the house staff and fishing guides.
•    Items of a personal nature.

Special Notes:

Blue Damsel Lodge

Time Difference
Montana : GMT -7 hrs

Flight Time from the UK
London - Seattle: 9 hrs 30 mins
London - Minneapolis: 8 hrs 45 mins
London - Denver: 9 hrs 40 mins
London - Chicago: 8 hrs 40 mins

Internal Flights
Seattle - Butte: 1 hr 35 mins
Minneapolis - Bozeman: 2 hrs 40 mins
Denver - Idaho Falls: 1 hr 40 mins
Denver - Jackson Hole: 1 hr 30 mins
Chicago - Jackson Hole: 3 hrs

Visa Requirements for UK Citizens
You will need to register under the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) prior to depatrure. This is an online registration and will be valid for multiple applications for two years or until the date on which your passport expires, which ever comes first.

Species
Rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout

Season to Travel
March - October

Tackle and Kit
We would recommend a 9ft single-handed 4-7 weight rod with floating line, leader material, flies, chest waders, waterproof jacket and polarised sunglasses. Ensure you have sunscreen during the summer months.

Clothing
You will need comfortable layered clothing that can be added to or shed accordingly.

Blue Damsel Lodge