🐟 What fish can you catch in Grand Forks?

Most commonly caught species around Grand Forks , ND : Channel catfish - 417 reported catches Northern pike - 136 reported catches Walleye - 113 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 74 reported catches Goldeye - 53 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Grand Forks fishing reports?

The latest Grand Forks , ND fishing reports are: @alex.flood reported a nice Walleye at Red River of the North (MN) . @alex.flood reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN) . @-Holden- reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN) . @-Holden- reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN) . @-Holden- reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN) . .

Fishing in Grand Forks, ND

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Grand Forks, North Dakota?

Anglers in Grand Forks , ND recommend these top fishing spots: English Coulee Pond , Ryan Lake , English Coulee , Grand Forks County Water Resource .

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

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North Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Grand Forks

Latest Grand Forks fishing reports

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Walleye

Red River of the North (MN)

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Channel catfish

Red River of the North (MN)

30 in · 11 lb 2 oz

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Channel catfish

Red River of the North (MN)

30 in · 15 lb

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Channel catfish

Red River of the North (MN)

32 in · 15 lb

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Channel catfish

Red River of the North (MN)

34 in · 16 lb

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Channel catfish

Red River of the North (MN)

33 in · 16 lb 8 oz

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Walleye

Red River of the North (MN)

length · weight

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Channel catfish

Red River of the North (MN)

15 in · 2 lb

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Channel catfish

length · weight

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Walleye

Red River of the North (MN)

11 in · 1 lb

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Fishing regulations in Grand Forks

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 species as of April 17, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Grand Forks fishing

Anglers in Grand Forks, ND recommend these top fishing spots: English Coulee Pond, Ryan Lake, English Coulee, and Grand Forks County Water Resource.

Most commonly caught species around Grand Forks, ND:

Channel catfish - 417 reported catches
Northern pike - 136 reported catches
Walleye - 113 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 74 reported catches
Goldeye - 53 reported catches

The latest Grand Forks, ND fishing reports are:

@alex.flood reported a nice Walleye at Red River of the North (MN).
@alex.flood reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN).
@-Holden- reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN).
@-Holden- reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN).
@-Holden- reported a nice Channel catfish at Red River of the North (MN).

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Grand Forks, 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: