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Minot, ND Fishing Trip — April

Your Minot, ND Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 33°F1.4" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

April Weather in Minot

53°F
Avg High
33°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

2 in Minot + 7 Nearby

Mike Peluso Outdoors - Mike Peluso Outdoors
Mike Peluso Outdoors

Mike Peluso Outdoors

5(54)Top Rated

Come enjoy a day on the water or ice fishing with your premiere North Dakota fishing guide with trips ranging from Devils Lake, Lake Sakakwea, Oahe and the Missouri river.

Bismarck, North Dakota
McQuoid Outdoors And Lodging - McQuoid Outdoors And Lodging
McQuoid Outdoors And Lodging

McQuoid Outdoors And Lodging

4.8(58)Top Rated

Experience unforgettable summer guiding at McQuoid Outdoors in Devils Lake, North Dakota. Join us for the best walleye fishing vacations and retreats.

Walleye
Minnewaukan, North Dakota
Perch Eyes Guide Service & Lodging - Perch Eyes Guide Service & Lodging
Perch Eyes Guide Service & Lodging

Perch Eyes Guide Service & Lodging

4.9(28)Top Rated

Here is all of the contact information for Perch Eyes Guide Service and Jason Feldner, based out of Minnewaukan, ND on the west end of Devils Lake.

Minnewaukan, North Dakota
Reel Fishing Guides - Reel Fishing Guides
Reel Fishing Guides

Reel Fishing Guides

5(9)Top Rated
Bismarck, North Dakota
Dakota Daves Guide Service LLC - Dakota Daves Guide Service LLC
Dakota Daves Guide Service LLC

Dakota Daves Guide Service LLC

5(7)Top Rated

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.

Minot, North Dakota
rudlands guide service - rudlands guide service
rudlands guide service

rudlands guide service

5(3)Top Rated

Contact Information for Rudland’s Guide Service and Fishing Lake Sakakawea.

Beulah, North Dakota
Fishing ND Guide Service - Fishing ND Guide Service
Fishing ND Guide Service

Fishing ND Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated

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!

Mandan, North Dakota
Addicted Guide Service - Addicted Guide Service
Addicted Guide Service

Addicted Guide Service

Minot, North Dakota

Experience the best fishing guide services for walleye fishing with Addicted Guide Services. Book your trip now!

inshoreWalleye
Minot, North Dakota
Reel Memories Guide Service And Lodging - Reel Memories Guide Service And Lodging
Reel Memories Guide Service And Lodging

Reel Memories Guide Service And Lodging

Minnewaukan, North Dakota

guide service and lodging devils lake Reel memories

freshwater
Minnewaukan, North Dakota
$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

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Channel 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 inshore / freshwater 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.

Buy License Online — North Dakota

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.

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