Born and raised in Montana, Jeff Gray has spent his life immersed in the rivers and wild landscapes that make this region a fly fishing paradise. With 30 years of fishing and guiding experience, he has dedicated his career to sharing the thrill of fly fishing and the beauty of Western Montana’s waters.
As the owner of Freestone Fly Shop, Jeff has built a reputation for excellence, assembling one of the hardest-working and most knowledgeable guide teams in the West. Freestone specializes in dry fly fishing, offering clients the opportunity to experience the unmatched excitement of watching trout rise to a well-placed fly. Whether floating the Bitterroot, Missouri, or other legendary rivers, Jeff and his guides focus on providing personalized, top-tier experiences for anglers of all skill levels.
Freestone Fly Shop’s guided trips cater to both beginner and experienced anglers, with a strong emphasis on expert instruction, technical dry fly fishing, and making the most of Montana’s world-class fisheries. The guide service provides full-day and multi-day float trips, using Adipose drift boats and rafts to access some of the best trout water in the state. Each trip is tailored to match the client’s skill level and goals, whether it’s refining casting techniques, learning to read water, or targeting trophy trout on dry flies.
Splitting his time between managing the shop and guiding on the water, Jeff remains hands-on in every aspect of the operation. His passion for fly fishing extends beyond just catching fish—he values the connection to nature, the camaraderie between anglers, and the sense of adventure that each day on the river brings. Whether it’s a first-time caster or a seasoned angler looking for a technical dry fly challenge, Jeff takes pride in helping clients make lasting memories in Montana’s incredible fisheries.
