🐟 What fish can you catch in Bottineau?

Most commonly caught species around Bottineau , ND : Northern pike - 136 reported catches Bluegill - 109 reported catches Walleye - 53 reported catches Yellow perch - 30 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 22 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Bottineau fishing reports?

The latest Bottineau , ND fishing reports are: @rowenrisbrudt reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Souris River (Mouse River) . @rowenrisbrudt reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Souris River (Mouse River) . @thorwinn reported a nice Northern pike at Lake Metigoshe . .

Fishing in Bottineau, ND

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Bottineau, North Dakota?

Anglers in Bottineau , ND recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Metigoshe , Metigoshe Lake , Canada Creek , Long Lake (Bottineau) , Strawberry Lake (Bottineau) .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Bottineau?

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North Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Bottineau

Latest Bottineau fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

Souris River (Mouse River)

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Smallmouth bass

Souris River (Mouse River)

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Northern pike

Lake Metigoshe

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Fishing regulations in Bottineau

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in North Dakota can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Northern pike as of April 17th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Northern pike

Seasons

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Bag limit

Possession limit = 10 northern pike No size limit.

Esox lucius

Regulations for

48°49′29.3″N 100°26′33.4″W

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FAQ about Bottineau fishing

Anglers in Bottineau, ND recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Metigoshe, Metigoshe Lake, Canada Creek, Long Lake (Bottineau), and Strawberry Lake (Bottineau).

Most commonly caught species around Bottineau, ND:

Northern pike - 136 reported catches
Bluegill - 109 reported catches
Walleye - 53 reported catches
Yellow perch - 30 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 22 reported catches

The latest Bottineau, ND fishing reports are:

@rowenrisbrudt reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Souris River (Mouse River).
@rowenrisbrudt reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Souris River (Mouse River).
@thorwinn reported a nice Northern pike at Lake Metigoshe.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Bottineau, ND. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: