Hettinger, ND Fishing Trip — December
Your Hettinger, ND Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 34°F / Low 15°F1.3" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
5 species
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
LowBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
December Weather in Hettinger
34°F
Avg High
15°F
Avg Low
1.3"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
2 Guides Near Hettinger
No guides are based in Hettinger, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
1 / 2
North Dakota Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$45
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Covers all state waters including paddlefish.
Species Regulations
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for any exceptions.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp can be taken by bowfishing.