Fishing Charters in North Dakota
Browse fishing charters in North Dakota that can help you catch flathead 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 Flathead Catfish
Flathead Catfish can be caught year-round in South Heart. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Flathead Catfish
While not as widely known as other catfish hotspots, the Heart River near South Heart, North Dakota, offers a chance to tangle with flathead catfish. This river, though smaller than some, provides the deep holes and structure that flatheads prefer. Summer is the best time to target them, particularly during the warmer months of July and August. Focus your efforts on areas with log jams, deep bends in the river, and rocky outcroppings. Live bait is the key to success – large bullheads or bluegills are a flathead's favorite meal. Fish them on the bottom with a heavy sinker and a sturdy rod and reel. Be prepared for a long wait, as flatheads are ambush predators. A good access point is near the Highway 8 bridge crossing the Heart River, but be mindful of private property. The flatheads in this area are typically smaller than those found in larger river systems, but a trophy fish over 30 pounds is still a possibility.
How to Catch Flathead Catfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Flathead Catfish in South Heart.
Flathead Catfish Fishing Regulations in North Dakota
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing license
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the North Dakota state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait for flathead catfish near South Heart, ND?
Flathead catfish are known for their preference for live bait. Try using live bluegills, bullheads, or creek chubs.
Is there a size limit for flathead catfish in North Dakota?
No, there is no size limit for flathead catfish in North Dakota.
What time of year is best for flathead catfish fishing near South Heart?
Flathead catfish are most active during the warmer months, from late spring through early fall. They are typically nocturnal feeders, so night fishing can be productive.
What's the daily bag limit for flathead catfish in North Dakota?
There is no daily bag limit for flathead catfish in North Dakota. You can keep as many as you catch.
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