JET Hospitality, a pioneer in the alternative lodging segment with the mission to connect guests with the great outdoors, is pleased to announce that its Cottonwood Camp in Fort Smith, Montana will kick off the official spring fly fishing season on March 1, 2023.
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Nestled along the banks of the Bighorn River, known for excellent trout fishing, the 18-acre Cottonwood Camp is an ideal location for fly fishing. Acclaimed as one of the premier rivers for the sport, Bighorn River is a tailwater fed river which never freezes. In addition, the river recently experienced a restoration in trout flow, resulting in less restrictions.
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Peak fly fishing season runs from April through September. Current projections for the Bighorn River’s 2023 season indicate approximately 1,000–2,000 fish per mile. This includes 10–12 inch fish, as well as an additional class of 8-inch fish.
At Cottonwood Camp, all levels are welcome to experience fly fishing. Offering seasoned fishing guides and boat rentals, a dedicated fly shop and transportation services, the property also features a mercantile providing items including gear, hand curated cigars, buffalo steaks, and more.
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Complete with custom cabins including full kitchens, full hookup RV-ready sites, and recently added glamping tents, Cottonwood Camp embodies a unique character and charm, with history dating back to the construction of the Yellowtail Dam. The property is adjacent to the 300-acre Bighorn Canyon National Recreation area.
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“The mighty Bighorn River is considered ‘the world’s biggest spring creek’ and boasts consistent catches and a high yield of fish,” said Jesse Baker, CEO of JET Hospitality. “At CottonwoodCamp, we offer guests an unparalleled experience that merges the beauty and adventure of the natural environment and local area with our welcoming accommodations. It’s a special place to create incomparable memories during the 2023 fly fishing season and beyond.”
“With an abundance of brown and rainbow trout, the Bighorn River is one of the best trout fishing tributaries in the world,” added JET Hospitality’s COO Aaron Mumford. “We are thrilled to offer exceptional fly fishing as well as additional outdoor experiences here at Cottonwood Camp and at our other resort locations across the Pacific Northwest and Western Rocky Mountain regions.”
Cottonwood Camp’s 2023 starting accommodation rates per night are as follows:
Private cabins: Range from $155–$325, depending on number of guests
Glamping: Spring rates ― $125, summer rates ― $150
RV: Spring rates ― $55, summer rates ― $65
For more information and to book a stay at Cottonwood Camp, visit jethospitality.com.