Fishing Charters in North Dakota
Browse fishing charters in North Dakota that can help you catch blue catfish.
Addicted Guide Service
Minot, North Dakota
Experience the best fishing guide services for walleye fishing with Addicted Guide Services. Book your trip now!
Reel Memories Guide Service And Lodging
Minnewaukan, North Dakota
guide service and lodging devils lake Reel memories
Fin Hunters Guide Service
Valley City, North Dakota
Big Johns Guide Service
Big John's Guide Service offers professional open water and ice fishing guiding in the Devils Lake region.
Prairie Pursuits Guide Service
Lake Country
Lake Country Guide Services guided fishing on Devils Lake North Dakota's premier fishing location.
SAKAKAWEA FISHING ADVENTURES
Join Sakakawea Fishing Adventures for expert-guided walleye and multispecies trips on Lake Sakakawea. Book your North Dakota fishing guide today!
Varilek's Guide Service
Explore Devils Lake A Fishermans Paradise Learn More Our Services Ice FishingFully guided, portable fishing options available! Learn More Open Water Fishing Fully guided, boat fishing opportunities Learn More
Bonham's Guide Service
Full time fishing guide service on Devils Lake North Dakota for Summer walleye and winter perch.
Dakota Daves Guide Service LLC
Dakota Dave's Guide Service LLC is a fishing guide service based in Minot, ND. We offer fishing guides on Lake Sakakawea and the upper Missouri River.
Fishing ND Guide Service
Jerad Newgard is an experienced North Dakota walleye fishing guide. He will offer his years of fishing knowledge and expertise to help you catch fish!
rudlands guide service
Contact Information for Rudland’s Guide Service and Fishing Lake Sakakawea.
Best Time to Catch Blue Catfish
Blue Catfish can be caught year-round in Minot. Right now in February, activity is Poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Blue Catfish
While Blue Catfish are primarily found in the Missouri River system further south and east in North Dakota, targeting them specifically near Minot is not recommended. The Souris River and Lake Darling, the primary waterways in the Minot area, do not typically hold a significant population of Blue Catfish. Anglers specifically targeting Blue Catfish should concentrate their efforts on the Missouri River, particularly below Garrison Dam or in Lake Oahe. These areas provide the deep, flowing water and abundant forage that Blue Catfish prefer. In short, Minot is not a reliable destination for Blue Catfish fishing.
How to Catch Blue Catfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Blue Catfish in Minot.
Blue Catfish Fishing Regulations in North Dakota
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing license
Check specific water body regulations for any exceptions.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the North Dakota state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the daily bag limit for Blue Catfish in North Dakota?
The daily bag limit for Blue Catfish is 5 per day. This is the combined limit with Channel Catfish.
Are there any size restrictions for Blue Catfish in North Dakota?
No, there is no minimum size limit for Blue Catfish in North Dakota.
Do I need a fishing license to target Blue Catfish near Minot?
Yes, you need a valid North Dakota fishing license to fish for Blue Catfish.
What kind of bait works best for Blue Catfish in the Minot area?
Blue Catfish are often caught using cut bait, live bait like sunfish, or commercially prepared catfish baits.
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