Fishing Charters in North Dakota
Browse fishing charters in North Dakota that can help you catch largemouth bass.
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 Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass can be caught year-round in Washburn. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Largemouth Bass
Central North Dakota, around Washburn, offers surprisingly good largemouth bass fishing, primarily in the backwaters and connected sloughs of the Missouri River and Lake Sakakawea. What makes this area special is the combination of submerged timber, weed beds, and fluctuating water levels that create ideal habitat. The best time to target these bass is during the pre-spawn in late spring (May-June) when they move into shallower areas to feed. Fall (September-October) is another excellent window as the fish aggressively feed before winter. A local tip: focus on areas with current breaks near the river channel using Texas-rigged worms or crankbaits. Be aware of changing water levels, which can dramatically affect fish location and access. There are several boat ramps along the Missouri River near Washburn, providing good access to the fishery. The largemouth in this region tend to be football-shaped and strong fighters, often exceeding 5 pounds.
How to Catch Largemouth Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Largemouth Bass in Washburn.
Largemouth Bass Fishing Regulations in North Dakota
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing License
Some waters may have specific regulations; consult the ND Game and Fish Department website or guide for exceptions.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the North Dakota state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the daily limit for largemouth bass in Washburn, ND?
In North Dakota, you can keep up to 5 largemouth bass per day.
Is there a size restriction for largemouth bass I can keep in North Dakota?
There is no size limit for largemouth bass in North Dakota, so you can keep any size you catch, as long as it's within the bag limit.
Do I need a fishing license to target largemouth bass near Washburn?
Yes, you'll need a valid North Dakota fishing license to fish for largemouth bass in the Washburn area.
Can I fish for largemouth bass year-round near Washburn, ND?
Yes, the season for largemouth bass is open year-round in North Dakota.
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