🐟 What fish can you catch in Columbus?

Most commonly caught species around Columbus , ND : Walleye - 165 reported catches Largemouth bass - 109 reported catches Northern pike - 99 reported catches Yellow perch - 36 reported catches Rainbow trout - 6 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Columbus fishing reports?

The latest Columbus , ND fishing reports are: @Reid_Miller reported a nice Walleye . @kalunbeaudry reported a nice Walleye at Boundary Dam Reservoir . @kalunbeaudry reported a nice Yellow perch at McDonald Lake . @Reid_Miller reported a nice Walleye . @kalunbeaudry reported a nice Walleye at Boundary Dam Reservoir . .

Fishing in Columbus, ND

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

Anglers in Columbus , ND recommend these top fishing spots: Boundary Dam Reservoir , Baukol-Noonan East Mine Pond , Short Creek .

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

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North Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Columbus

Latest Columbus fishing reports

Walleye

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Walleye

Boundary Dam Reservoir

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Yellow perch

McDonald Lake

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Walleye

length · weight

Walleye

Boundary Dam Reservoir

length · weight

Walleye

Boundary Dam Reservoir

length · weight

Walleye

Boundary Dam Reservoir

length · weight

Walleye

Boundary Dam Reservoir

length · weight

Walleye

Boundary Dam Reservoir

19 in · 2 lb 6 oz

Largemouth bass

20 in · 5 lb

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Fishing regulations in Columbus

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 Walleye 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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Walleye

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Possession limit = 10 Walleye, Sauger, or Saugeye in any combination. In Red and Bois de Sioux rivers up to the first vehicular bridge or crossing on any of their tributaries combined bag limit and possession limit is reduced to 3 Walleye, Sauger, or Saugeye in any combination. Minimum size of 14-inches applies to Walleye and Sauger caught from Lake Elsie (Richland Co.), Buffalo Lake (Sargent Co) and including connected waters north to Sargent Co. Rd. 1, and Jameston and Pipestem reservoirs (Stutsman Co.) and upstream to and including the first bridge crossing.

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48°54′18″N 102°46′52.3″W

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FAQ about Columbus fishing

Anglers in Columbus, ND recommend these top fishing spots: Boundary Dam Reservoir, Baukol-Noonan East Mine Pond, and Short Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Columbus, ND:

Walleye - 165 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 109 reported catches
Northern pike - 99 reported catches
Yellow perch - 36 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 6 reported catches

The latest Columbus, ND fishing reports are:

@Reid_Miller reported a nice Walleye.
@kalunbeaudry reported a nice Walleye at Boundary Dam Reservoir.
@kalunbeaudry reported a nice Yellow perch at McDonald Lake.
@Reid_Miller reported a nice Walleye.
@kalunbeaudry reported a nice Walleye at Boundary Dam Reservoir.

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