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Walleye
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General info

Branch Knife River is a stream located in Stark County, North Dakota, United States. It is also intersecting with Dunn County, North Dakota. It is most popular for fishing Walleye.

Location

46°59′12.8″N 102°08′58.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Branch Knife River, ND

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.

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FAQ about Branch Knife River fishing

📍 Where is the Branch Knife River located?
the Branch Knife River is a stream located in Stark County, North Dakota, United States. It is also intersecting with Dunn County, North Dakota. Its coordinates are:
46°59′12.8″N 102°08′58.7″W
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🎣 Where on the Branch Knife River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Branch Knife River by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Branch Knife River?
The most common species in the Branch Knife River are:
  • Walleye - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Branch Knife River fishing reports?
The latest Branch Knife River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Branch Knife River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Branch Knife River, some of the species in season this July include: Paddlefish. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Branch Knife River?

Fishing in North Dakota requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, available online or at licensed retailers.

In North Dakota, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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