Williston, ND Fishing Trip — August

Your Williston, ND Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 59°F2.8" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

5 species
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

August Weather in Williston

79°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
2.8"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Williston + 1 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.

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.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
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.

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.

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