Bismarck, ND Fishing Trip — July

Your Bismarck, ND Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 62°F5" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in July

Shovelnose SturgeonExcellent
Shovelnose Sturgeon
Various
PaddlefishGood
Paddlefish
Various
Pallid SturgeonGood
Pallid Sturgeon
Various
Lake SturgeonFair
Lake Sturgeon
Various

July Weather in Bismarck

81°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
5"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 Guides Matched

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

North Dakota Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Covers all state waters including paddlefish.

Buy License Online — North Dakota

Species Regulations

Shovelnose Sturgeon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are encouraged to learn how to identify and differentiate pallid sturgeon from shovelnose sturgeon.

Paddlefish
Season:Snagging season is typically open in May, but is subject to closure based on harvest limits.
Bag Limit:1 per season
Size Limit:No size limit

Paddlefish snagging is allowed only in the Yellowstone and Missouri Rivers. Once the harvest quota is met, the season is closed.

Pallid Sturgeon
Season:Closed
Bag Limit:0
Size Limit:No harvest allowed

Pallid Sturgeon are a protected species; any caught must be immediately released unharmed.

Lake Sturgeon
Season:Closed
Bag Limit:0
Size Limit:N/A

Lake Sturgeon are a protected species in North Dakota. Any sturgeon caught must be immediately released unharmed.

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