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Napoleon, ND Fishing Trip — October

Your Napoleon, ND Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 42°F2.2" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

5 species
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various

October Weather in Napoleon

60°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
2.2"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Near Napoleon

No guides are based in Napoleon, but these guides operate 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
Reel Fishing Guides - Reel Fishing Guides
Reel Fishing Guides

Reel Fishing Guides

5(9)Top Rated
Bismarck, North Dakota
Big Muddy Guide Service - Big Muddy Guide Service
Big Muddy Guide Service

Big Muddy Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated

GUIDED WALLEYE FISHING CHARTERS ON BEAUTIFUL LAKE SAKAKAWEA NORTH DAKOTA, MISSOURI RIVER AND LAKE OAHE.

Walleye
Bismarck, 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
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
Fin Hunters Guide Service - Fin Hunters Guide Service
Fin Hunters Guide Service

Fin Hunters Guide Service

Valley City, North Dakota

inshore
Valley City, 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
1 / 2

Blue Catfish

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

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
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

Flathead Catfish

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Bismarck3 guides · 55 mi

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 Fishing

  • 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

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
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Included in aggregate bag limit of 5 for walleye, sauger, and hybrid striped bass.

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