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Bois de Sioux River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Minnesota, United States

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Freshwater drum

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Channel catfish

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Freshwater drum

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Channel catfish

25 in · 4 lb 3 oz

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Northern pike

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General info

Bois de Sioux River is a stream located in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States. It is also intersecting with Traverse County, Minnesota, Richland County, North Dakota, and Roberts County, South Dakota. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike, Channel catfish, and Common carp.

Location

46°03′48.1″N 96°33′30.3″W
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Official website

www.dnr.state.mn.us

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Fishing regulations at Bois de Sioux River, MN

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 Minnesota 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Northern pike

Northern pike

Regulation boundaryND Bois de Sioux River
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Additional information
In Red and Bois de Sioux rivers up to the first vehicular bridge or crossing on any of their tributaries, bag limit and possession limit for northern pike = 3. No size limit.
Synonyms
Esox lucius
Location regulation notes
Bois de Sioux River Legal live baitfish are fathead minnows, creek chubs, sticklebacks, and white suckers.
Location specific information
Bois de Sioux River Legal live baitfish are fathead minnows, creek chubs, sticklebacks, and white suckers.
Season open: year-round
Channel catfish

Channel catfish

Regulation boundaryND East of Hwy 1
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Max size24" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 24

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Additional information
East of ND Highway 1: Bag limit and possession limit = 5 channel catfish, and it is illegal to take or possess more than 1 channel catfish greater than 24-inches in total length. West of ND Highway 1: no bag limit, no possession limit, no size limit. It is illegal to gaff any species in waters in which there are size limits.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Ictalurus punctatus
Location specific information
Bois de Sioux River Legal live baitfish are fathead minnows, creek chubs, sticklebacks, and white suckers.
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FAQ about Bois de Sioux River fishing

📍 Where is the Bois de Sioux River located?
the Bois de Sioux River is a stream located in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States. It is also intersecting with Traverse County, Minnesota, Richland County, North Dakota, and Roberts County, South Dakota. Its coordinates are:
46°03′48.1″N 96°33′30.3″W
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🎣 Where on the Bois de Sioux River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Bois de Sioux 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 Bois de Sioux River?
The most common species in the Bois de Sioux River are:
📢 What are the latest Bois de Sioux River fishing reports?
The latest Bois de Sioux River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Bois de Sioux River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Bois de Sioux River, some of the species in season this November 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 Bois de Sioux River?

Fishing in Minnesota requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination options, purchasable online or at vendors.

In Minnesota, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 90 and older. Residents 65 and older are exempt from the trout stamp fee. 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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