The Madison river has been fishing mediocre over the last couple of days. The fishing is best in the mornings and into the afternoons. Fish the usual spots from deep holes, bucket, runs, and mixing water. Some of the bigger fish have been holding tight to the bank. If fishing early in the morning or late ate night try a streamer of your choice. The nymph game has been strong with rubber legs, red spanker, and your choice of small bead-head. Dry Flies are also good with Ants, chubby, and hoppers. The hopper fishing will get better everyday. Also Hebgen dam seems to bottom letting which will really help water temps in the afternoon and evening.
Bugs of Choice
Red Spanker- #14-16
Rubber leg Olive-#12-14
Lighting bug-#12-18
Cinnamon Ant-#14
Royal Chubby-#16