🐟 What fish can you catch in Washburn?

Most commonly caught species around Washburn , ND : Smallmouth bass - 362 reported catches Walleye - 271 reported catches Northern pike - 264 reported catches Largemouth bass - 227 reported catches Channel catfish - 90 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Washburn fishing reports?

The latest Washburn , ND fishing reports are: @isaac-beehler reported a nice Black crappie at Nelson Lake (Oliver) . @isaac-beehler reported a nice Black crappie at Nelson Lake (Oliver) . @craigthomas6207 reported a nice Black bullhead . @CatfishQueenofND reported a nice Black bullhead at Crown Butte Lake . @Brittney-Erickson reported a nice Northern pike at East Arroda Dam . .

Fishing in Washburn, ND

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

Anglers in Washburn , ND recommend these top fishing spots: Missouri River (ND) , McClusky Canal , Burnt Creek , Painted Woods Creek , East Arroda Dam .

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

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North Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Washburn

Latest Washburn fishing reports

Black crappie

Nelson Lake (Oliver)

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Black crappie

Nelson Lake (Oliver)

length · weight

Black bullhead

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Black bullhead

Crown Butte Lake

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Northern pike

East Arroda Dam

length · weight

Largemouth bass

length · weight

Northern pike

McClusky Canal

25 in · 5 lb

Largemouth bass

Hagel Creek

length · weight

Northern pike

East Arroda Dam

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Nelson Lake (Oliver)

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Fishing regulations in Washburn

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 17th, 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

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Open

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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

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47°17′31.2″N 101°01′40.1″W

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FAQ about Washburn fishing

Anglers in Washburn, ND recommend these top fishing spots: Missouri River (ND), McClusky Canal, Burnt Creek, Painted Woods Creek, and East Arroda Dam.

Most commonly caught species around Washburn, ND:

Smallmouth bass - 362 reported catches
Walleye - 271 reported catches
Northern pike - 264 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 227 reported catches
Channel catfish - 90 reported catches

The latest Washburn, ND fishing reports are:

@isaac-beehler reported a nice Black crappie at Nelson Lake (Oliver).
@isaac-beehler reported a nice Black crappie at Nelson Lake (Oliver).
@craigthomas6207 reported a nice Black bullhead.
@CatfishQueenofND reported a nice Black bullhead at Crown Butte Lake.
@Brittney-Erickson reported a nice Northern pike at East Arroda Dam.

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