14 public waters in the South Central & James River Valley region — 13 lakes/reservoirs and 1 rivers. Every one is public water fishable on a North Dakota licence.
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Lake Ashtabula, a 5,178-acre reservoir spanning Barnes and Griggs counties, is a diverse mixed fishery anchored by Walleye and Northern Pike with an exceptional Muskellunge population for those targeting trophy pike relatives. Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie and Bluegill round out a well-rounded species mix in this South Central gem.
Lake Addie in Griggs County offers 1,029 acres of walleye and yellow perch fishing within the South Central & James River Valley. This combination has long sustained recreational and serious panfish anglers in the region.
Sibley Lake, a 986-acre Griggs County impoundment, specializes in Northern Pike and Yellow Perch fishing. Situated in the James River Valley, this water provides straightforward pike and panfish opportunity in a compact, accessible package.
In Griggs County, North-Dakota, Lake Jessie is a 221-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Red Willow Lake in Griggs County stands out for its Pure Muskellunge population alongside Northern Pike, Walleye, and Largemouth Bass—a rare musky opportunity in the South Central & James River Valley region. Yellow Perch and Bluegill fill out the 151-acre fishery's diverse species mix.
Lake Norway (114 acres) sits in Griggs County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Griggs County, North-Dakota — Phelps Lake is a 88-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department: Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Griggs County, North-Dakota — Lake Five is a 67-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department: Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Hoot-E-Too Lake, a 62-acre lake in Griggs County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department: Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Pickerel Lake (58 acres) sits in Griggs County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
In Griggs County, North-Dakota, Plum Lake is a 38-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Griggs County, North-Dakota — Lake Silver is a 36-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department: Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
This 15-acre Griggs County reservoir in the South Central & James River Valley holds northern pike, walleye, yellow perch and bluegill, giving anglers a diverse species mix in a compact water managed by North Dakota Game and Fish.
Spanning 688 km across the Red River Valley from Barnes to Ransom County, the Sheyenne River offers a diverse warmwater and coolwater fishery managed by North Dakota Game and Fish. Walleye and smallmouth bass anchor the main action, while channel catfish, northern pike, and the river's signature pure muskellunge provide additional appeal for anglers willing to explore different techniques and seasons.
Across its mapped waters, Griggs County holds 15 species on PiscaMaps, including Walleye, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie and Pumpkinseed.
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Open the North Dakota map Join PiscaMapsOne North Dakota Game and Fish Department fishing licence covers every public water in the state, the Missouri River reservoirs and every water on NDGF's Fishing Waters list included — the resident annual is about $29 (including the required Fishing, Hunting & Furbearer Certificate), the non-resident annual about $73, with non-resident 3-day (~$53) and 10-day (~$63) options. No separate trout stamp is required. North Dakota residents 65 and older can buy a discounted senior licence for about $12, and anyone under 16 fishes free. Licences run 1 April to 31 March. Buy at gf.nd.gov.