North Dakota Tourism - April 16, 2026

Strong Spring Walleye Fishing, Lower Water Wins & Prairie Dog Adventures Await

Find Legendary Hunting and Fishing in North Dakota ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌...

Find Legendary Hunting and Fishing in North Dakota

Follow the Thaw to Top Fast-Action Walleye Waters

Spring Brings Big Walleye Excitement

Spring walleye fishing heats up in ND where the season never closes. Best spots: Lake Sakakawea's rocky shores, Missouri River's early warm runs, Lake Oahe's eaters and trophies, Devils Lake's bays and bridges. Spring patterns make fish easy to find.

Find Your Hot Spot

THINGS TO DO

View from a distance of two speedboats on a lake framed by rocky cliffs

Lower Water But Outstanding Fishing

Spring brings strong fishing to Sakakawea. Find walleye by rocks, pike in vegetation and bass by riprap. Even with low water, top ramps like Fort Stevenson, Beulah Bay, Douglas Creek, Deep Water Creek and Tobacco Garden keep access easy.

Reel in Adventure

Test Your Skills in Open Prairies

Sharpen your shooting skills across sprawling prairies. Vast dog towns offer steady action, sweeping views and a chance to help manage populations that protect healthy rangelands. A classic western hunt and outdoor tradition with purpose.

Prairie-Dog Pursuit