35 public waters in the Red River Valley region — 34 lakes/reservoirs and 1 rivers. Every one is public water fishable on a North Dakota licence.
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Located in Sargent County's Red River Valley, Kraft Slough covers 1,151 acres and holds yellow perch, walleye and northern pike. Its position in the Red River drainage gives it a distinct character from the James River Valley systems further west.
Lake Tewaukon in Sargent County's Red River Valley is a 1,071-acre reservoir that offers a diverse northern plains fishery: walleye and pure muskellunge attract serious tournament anglers, while northern pike, black crappie, and channel catfish provide excellent secondary opportunities for a full range of skill levels.
A 415-acre Red River Valley lake in Sargent County offering solid Northern Pike and Walleye fishing alongside Black Crappie. The lake also holds Common Carp and Bigmouth Buffalo, with abundant carp populations throughout North Dakota's river systems and reservoirs offering under-fished opportunities for dedicated anglers.
Tosse Slough straddles Richland and Sargent counties in the Red River Valley as a 381-acre lake with Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Common Carp, and Black Bullhead. The slough's position on the state border and mixed panfish-pike-carp makeup reflect the abundant carp opportunity found throughout the Red River drainage.
Borg Lake, a 337-acre lake in Sargent 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.
Ole Breum Lake, a 238-acre Red River Valley impoundment in Sargent County, offers one of the region's most diverse species rosters: Yellow Perch and Walleye lead the way, Northern Pike add predator action, and Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, and Bigmouth Buffalo round out the menu. The variety makes it a go-to lake for anglers seeking multiple target options in a single outing.
Fangsrud Lake (238 acres) sits in Sargent 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.
Consolidated Lake, a 219-acre Red River Valley impoundment in Sargent County, holds a well-rounded warmwater and coolwater fishery managed by North Dakota Game and Fish. Walleye and Northern Pike are the primary draws, with Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch adding variety for different angling approaches.
Sprague is a 200-acre Sargent County reservoir in the Red River Valley managed by North Dakota Game and Fish. Northern pike and walleye are the primary targets, with pike in shallower zones and walleye utilizing the deeper structure typical of the region's reservoirs.
In Sargent County, North-Dakota, Murach Lake is a 200-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.
Sargent County, North-Dakota — Lake Fedge is a 196-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.
Alkali Lake in Sargent County's Red River Valley is a 194-acre walleye destination managed by North Dakota Game and Fish. Northern pike and white bass provide solid action alongside walleye, while black crappie and freshwater drum round out the mixed fishery. Common carp are abundant throughout the Red River Valley system and represent an under-fished opportunity for anglers targeting larger fish.
Set in Sargent County's Red River Valley, Fiala Lake spans 192 acres and specializes in northern pike and yellow perch fishing. Common carp thrive in this water and throughout the region's river systems—the Red and James rivers, plus Lake Sakakawea and Lake Oahe, all hold substantial populations of these under-fished, hard-fighting fish.
Berre Lake (171 acres) sits in Sargent 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.
Boot Lake in Sargent County's Red River Valley is a 148-acre fishery built around Common Carp and Black Bullhead. This lake represents an excellent entry point into North Dakota's under-fished Carp opportunities, with the James and Red rivers and large reservoirs offering additional big-water Carp potential across the state.
Silver Lake in Sargent County combines pike and crappie appeal with a strong Common Carp presence across its 148 acres. Walleye, Black Bullhead, and the region's robust Carp population—shared with the Red River drainage and state's premium Carp waters—make this a versatile Red River Valley choice.
Located in Sargent County within the Red River Valley, Deuce Lake is a 126-acre destination for Walleye and Yellow Perch. The lake's focused species mix makes it an efficient choice for anglers targeting cooler-water gamefish.
Storm Lake, a 111-acre lake in Sargent 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.
Clouds Lake (102 acres) sits in Sargent 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.
Marquette Slough (80 acres) sits in Sargent 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.
Sargent County, North-Dakota — Alkali Lake is a 79-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.
Bergh Slough, a 70-acre Sargent County lake in the Red River Valley, hosts Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Walleye, Black Bullhead, and notably, substantial populations of Common Carp. Like other Red River Valley waters, this slough offers under-fished Carp opportunity alongside traditional pike and perch action.
Located in Sargent County within the Red River Valley, Lake Walstead spans 64 acres and specializes in yellow perch and northern pike. Walleye and black bullhead complete the roster, making it a solid destination for cool-water species in a prairie setting.
In Sargent County, North-Dakota, Pickell Lake is a 63-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.
In Sargent County, North-Dakota, Lake Taayer is a 63-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.
In Sargent County, North-Dakota, Parkers Bay is a 63-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.
Sargent County, North-Dakota — Kraft Lake is a 53-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.
Krause Slough, a 48-acre lake in Sargent 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 Sargent County, North-Dakota, Lake Mann is a 46-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.
Lake Dell (41 acres) sits in Sargent 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.
Walstead Lake, a 36-acre lake in Sargent 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.
Cutler Marsh, a 35-acre lake in Sargent 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.
Nelson Lake in Sargent County, nestled in the Red River Valley, is a 20-acre natural lake offering walleye, northern pike and yellow perch. This shallow prairie lake provides classic Upper Midwest panfish and pike action in a quiet valley setting.
In Sargent County, North-Dakota, Golden Hill Lake is a 18-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.
Flowing 270 km through the Red River Valley's Cass, Richland, and Sargent counties, the Wild Rice River is a compact but productive pike and walleye system with solid channel catfish and black bullhead populations. The river is part of the James and Red River basin's well-documented common carp resource, offering dedicated anglers a genuine trophy opportunity.
Across its mapped waters, Sargent County holds 17 species on PiscaMaps, including Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Smallmouth 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.