🐟 What fish can you catch in Golden Valley?

Most commonly caught species around Golden Valley , ND : Smallmouth bass - 215 reported catches Walleye - 174 reported catches Northern pike - 90 reported catches Channel catfish - 40 reported catches Goldeye - 24 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Golden Valley fishing reports?

The latest Golden Valley , ND fishing reports are: @EmmettThomas61 reported a nice Bluegill at Beulah Bay . @Walleyewizard34 reported a nice Black carp at Knife River . @Walleyewizard34 reported a nice Channel catfish at Knife River . @cruzmellocatcheshogs reported a nice Walleye at Douglas Creek Bay . @gresynhofland reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Beulah Bay . .

Fishing in Golden Valley, ND

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Golden Valley, North Dakota?

Anglers in Golden Valley , ND recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Sakakawea , Knife River , Spring Creek .

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

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North Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Golden Valley

Latest Golden Valley fishing reports

Bluegill

Beulah Bay

12 in · 1 lb 6 oz

Black carp

Knife River

16 in · 4 lb

Channel catfish

Knife River

12 in · 1 lb

Walleye

Douglas Creek Bay

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Beulah Bay

length · weight

Northern pike

Beulah Bay

length · weight

Northern pike

Douglas Creek Bay

30 in · 6 lb

White bass

Beulah Bay

13 in · 1 lb

Walleye

Beulah Bay

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Douglas Creek Bay

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Golden Valley

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 Smallmouth bass as of April 21st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Smallmouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Aggregate

No size limit. Possession limit = 10 bass (largemouth or smallmouth in any combination) Smallmouth bass may not be taken with underwater spearfishing gear.

Micropterus dolomieui

Regulations for

47°17′24.4″N 102°03′54.7″W

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FAQ about Golden Valley fishing

Anglers in Golden Valley, ND recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Sakakawea, Knife River, and Spring Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Golden Valley, ND:

Smallmouth bass - 215 reported catches
Walleye - 174 reported catches
Northern pike - 90 reported catches
Channel catfish - 40 reported catches
Goldeye - 24 reported catches

The latest Golden Valley, ND fishing reports are:

@EmmettThomas61 reported a nice Bluegill at Beulah Bay.
@Walleyewizard34 reported a nice Black carp at Knife River.
@Walleyewizard34 reported a nice Channel catfish at Knife River.
@cruzmellocatcheshogs reported a nice Walleye at Douglas Creek Bay.
@gresynhofland reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Beulah Bay.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Golden Valley, 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: