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State Fair Pond

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North Dakota, United States

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Cutthroat trout

17 in · 2 lb

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Rainbow trout

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Bluegill

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General info

State Fair Pond is a lake located in Ward County, North Dakota, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill, Rainbow trout, and White crappie.

Location

48°14′5.4″N 101°15′36.5″W
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Official website

gf.nd.gov

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Fishing regulations at State Fair Pond, 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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Reviews of State Fair Pond

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FAQ about State Fair Pond fishing

📍 Where is State Fair Pond located?
State Fair Pond is a lake located in Ward County, North Dakota, United States. Its coordinates are:
48°14′5.4″N 101°15′36.5″W
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🎣 Where on State Fair Pond is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on State Fair Pond 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 State Fair Pond?
The most common species in State Fair Pond are:
  • Bluegill - 16 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Rainbow trout - 16 members reported to have caught this fish
  • White crappie - 13 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest State Fair Pond fishing reports?
The latest State Fair Pond fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at State Fair Pond right now?
According to fishing regulations at State Fair Pond, some of the species in season this June 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 State Fair Pond?

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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