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Ruso, ND Fishing Trip — December

Your Ruso, ND Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 24°F / Low 4°F1" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

5 species
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Flathead CatfishLow
Flathead Catfish
Various

December Weather in Ruso

24°F
Avg High
4°F
Avg Low
1"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

17 Guides Near Ruso

No guides are based in Ruso, but these guides operate nearby.

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Woodland Resort - Woodland Resort
Woodland Resort

Woodland Resort

4.4(574)
Devils Lake, North Dakota
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
1 / 2

Spotted Bass

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

Striped Bass

both
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

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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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Must be released immediately if caught.

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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