Missouri River smallmouth bass near Bismarck transition from shallow rocky areas in spring to deeper channels during summer heat.

Garrison Dam Spillway fishing conditions depend on water release rates and seasonal temperatures to target walleye, sauger, and white bass.

Missouri River tailrace fishing below Garrison Dam explains how to catch walleye, sauger, northern pike, and Chinook salmon.

The North Dakota and South Dakota state border on Lake Oahe crosses south of Fort Yates and north of Mobridge.

North Dakota Lake Oahe channel catfish locations, habitats, structures, and feeding areas for anglers seeking trophy fish.

Lake Oahe channel catfish typically weigh four to ten pounds, measure twenty to twenty-eight inches, and provide strong fights.

Devils Lake flooded timber spots hold walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch near submerged trees, old creek channels, and deep water breaks.

The fluctuating size of Devils Lake compared to other North Dakota lakes through historical water level changes and rainfall cycles.

Devils Lake ice fishing locations and changing water levels help anglers target yellow perch, walleye, and northern pike.

Robert Smith caught the North Dakota state record yellow perch weighing two pounds fifteen ounces in March 2012 on Devils Lake.