Fishing the Red River near Fargo. Copyright © 2021 Lake-Link Inc. All rights reserved. About Fishing Hot Spots for Maple River near West Fargo So you're interested in fishing Maple River. Lake City, SD. It’s one of the country’s best location to target big catfish; and some would argue hold’s the next state record walleye. I live really close to the river and I'm wondering if anyone has any experience with this river. Thread starter arkman; Start date May 18, 2010; arkman Well-known member. Maplelag Resort. Fort Sisseton Historic State Park. walleye fishing has been tough as of late. Red river from Wahpeton ND to Fargo … There’s a nice bait shop in Fargo/ Moorhead, google them and ask. This year things are different. Messages 101 Reaction score 0 Location Moorhead, MN . Currently we are over 300 members strong. Choosing a fishing hole from among the multitude of beautiful waters in this state can be overwhelming, but here are a few great places to start. Looking to fish the river for my first time, plan on pitching some plastics with jigs. Arvilla, ND. The pair found that the walleyes were very cooperative using some basic tackle and basic techniques. The Fort. Miracle Mile. Spencer was using the tactic of pitching plastic. Details: 1 lb. Looking for some advice where to start? When it is bright and hot outside, walleye will head into the deeper areas of the river, and find underwater structure to hide in and around. FM Walleyes Unlimited, Inc., was founded in 1977 to promote conservation, sportsmanship and education in respect to walleye fishing in the Fargo - Moorhead area. The Cut . Looking for some advice where to start? With that the catfish have really come on as of late with the warmer temps. The walleye fell victim to a white Impulse swimming grub on a 3/8 oz pink Northland Tackle gum-ball jig. The past few years fishing from shore was difficult or nearly impossible because of high water and major flooding. According to Red River guide Josh Burgett, who spends a lot of time fishing the Red River near Grand Forks, North Dakota, fresh cut bait is often the key, particularly for larger cats. Oh, and don’t forget about the catfish! ORIGINAL POST. His largest walleye measured 28 1/4″ and weighed in at 10.50 lbs. Lake City, SD. Myriad Motorsports 756 Center St. West Fargo, 58078 . Walleye fishing report for Red River North Dakota For more information: Contact BackWater Eddy Ed Carlson e-mail [email protected] website Back Water Eddy's rivers and reflections Last update 08/20/01 08/20/01 The Red is real critter of change this year. One thing if for sure though, there’s a lot of big fish in this river! Glyndon, MN. Jan 27, 2017 - Red River Of The North. A1 walleye information, 100's of walleye tips and walleye tactics, walleye message board, chat site, fishing reports, walleye links and more. I stopped in there once and talked about the local fishing and at that time they were very informative. Aug, 01, 2015 - Red River Of The North. Catfish fishing and walleye fishing on the Red River is incredible. As fishermen, we know there are times when our favorite spots are just not active so we built our Hot Spots feature to show you where the fish are biting in the area of Sheyenne River. © 2021 Fargo-Moorhead Convention and Visitors Bureau. Red River Hot Spots: In the Red River from Lockport to the mouth. It is famous for catfish and walleye, and trophy size channel catfish and walleye are abundant. The Church. Here are some of the best places to drop a line. Or even what to look for when looking for a spot to start. This blog was contributed to us by Chad Maloy, a professional fisherman from Fargo, ND Anglers looking for some early spring action have been having great luck finding trophy walleye along the Red River in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Walleye fishing here is among the best you'll find but there are other whoppers out there: northern pike, bass, perch and even catfish. just not many around the traditional spots. First, the water remains calm and the current remains slower than other time in winter. May 18, 2010 #1 I'm living in Moorhead and looking to get out fly fishing more. 5; Details; John Hermann. Take this into account when you're fishing. The Upper Missouri River . He tipped the hook with a lively fathead minnow and gently cast it into the river.inflatable water park, Other anglers have reported similar success along the banks of our back yard neighbor. Or even what to look for when looking for a spot to start. Perfect timing to be talking Lake of the Woods at this weekend’s Red River Valley Sportsmen’s show that starts Thursday and runs through Sunday at the Fargodome in Fargo, ND.. Walleye Seminars! There is nothing quite like tussling with a catfish on walleye gear. All Rights Reserved. We're developing Honda powered race cars and drivers to compete nationally. At … For those interested in fishing Fargo's lakes, reservoirs and streams, there are some excellent choices including Fargo 12th Avenue Dam, Sheyenne River and Fargo 4th Street South Dam. Lincoln Park . Looking to fish the river for my first time, plan on pitching some plastics with jigs. Ron chose the simple method of dead-sticking. Maplewood State Park. Below you will find fishing reports for the Red River. The past few years fishing from shore was difficult or nearly impossible because of high water and major flooding. Turtle River State Park. Roy Lake State Park. 1. Here’s a great resource with a TON of information on fishing the Red River! A video of my day shore fishing on Red River for some fall Walleyes and saugers. Buffalo River State Park. Callaway, MN. Red River Of The North Fishing Reports Recently shared catches and fishing spots. 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