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Grand Forks, ND Fishing Trip — October

Your Grand Forks, ND Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 43°F5.7" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

October Weather in Grand Forks

59°F
Avg High
43°F
Avg Low
5.7"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

13 Guides Near Grand Forks

No guides are based in Grand Forks, but these guides operate nearby.

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Woodland Resort - Woodland Resort
Woodland Resort

Woodland Resort

4.4(574)
Devils Lake, North Dakota
Bry's Guide Service - Bry's Guide Service
Bry's Guide Service

Bry's Guide Service

4.8(79)Top Rated

Check out North Dakota's finest outdoors destination. We provide guided summer fishing, ice fishing, and hunting trips as well as on-site lodging.

Devils Lake, North Dakota
Haybale Heights Campground and Resort - Haybale Heights Campground and Resort
Haybale Heights Campground and Resort

Haybale Heights Campground and Resort

4.6(73)Top Rated

Lakeside fishing resort with cabin rental & boat launches, plus ice fishing from SnoBear trucks.

Devils Lake, North Dakota
Stringers Outfitters - Stringers Outfitters
Stringers Outfitters

Stringers Outfitters

5(17)Top Rated

Stringers Outfitters Provides a Quality Fishing Trip with Memories to Last a Lifetime. Book Your Trip Today!!! Devils Lake Fishing - Stringers USA

Devils Lake, North Dakota
Big Johns Guide Service - Big Johns Guide Service
Big Johns Guide Service

Big Johns Guide Service

5(10)Top Rated

Big John's Guide Service offers professional open water and ice fishing guiding in the Devils Lake region.

freshwater
Devils Lake, North Dakota
Rush Valley Guide Service and Lodging - Rush Valley Guide Service and Lodging
Rush Valley Guide Service and Lodging

Rush Valley Guide Service and Lodging

4.9(8)Top Rated

If you're looking for a house for rent near Devils Lake, ND than check this rental out. Our house for rent is large for large groups.

Devils Lake, North Dakota
Lake Country - Lake Country
Lake Country

Lake Country

5(5)Top Rated

Lake Country Guide Services guided fishing on Devils Lake North Dakota's premier fishing location.

freshwater
Devils Lake, North Dakota
Johnnie Candle Professional Angler - Johnnie Candle Professional Angler
Johnnie Candle Professional Angler

Johnnie Candle Professional Angler

5(4)Top Rated
Devils Lake, North Dakota
Varilek's Guide Service - Varilek's Guide Service
Varilek's Guide Service

Varilek's Guide Service

5(3)Top Rated

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

Devils Lake, North Dakota
Bonham's Guide Service - Bonham's Guide Service
Bonham's Guide Service

Bonham's Guide Service

5(2)Top Rated

Full time fishing guide service on Devils Lake North Dakota for Summer walleye and winter perch.

Devils Lake, North Dakota
Prairie Pursuits Guide Service - Prairie Pursuits Guide Service
Prairie Pursuits Guide Service

Prairie Pursuits Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Tolna, North Dakota
Devils Lake Fishing Guides - Devils Lake Fishing Guides
Devils Lake Fishing Guides

Devils Lake Fishing Guides

5(1)Top Rated

Give us a call today at (701) 947-5947 to reserve your North Dakota Devils Lake family motel/lodge vacation dates now.

New Rockford, North Dakota
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$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.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

North Dakota Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

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

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Species Regulations

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Largemouth and smallmouth bass count toward the same combined limit.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for any exceptions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific regulations; consult the ND Game and Fish Department website or guide for exceptions.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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