Lake Sakakawea

[First Ice-Mike]

Going to be at Ft. Stevenson next week. Anyone have any reports on the fishing around that area? It will be my first time there, but I'll be with some guys that have some experience on the lake. Thinking about pulling some plugs, instead of just live bait rigs. Good idea?

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[LMITOUT]

Sounds like a lot of techniques are working right now and heard that the fish moved back up in shallower water again (10-15ft), but fish being caught shallower and deeper as well. Even smaller cranks are starting to pull in fish. The Parshall area is always good and I think Van Hook isn't too bad either right now.

I know it sounds like a vague report, but a lot of baits are doing the job. Just find the fish with your graph and work them.

[CHURN]

Fished south of Parshall two days and caught our limit both mornings. Used 3/8 oz bottom bouncers with crawler harnesses. Started at 7:00am both mornings in 10 feet of water and we were off the water by 11:00am. As the morning progressed we moved deeper (25 - 30 feet) and caught larger walleye.

There were quite a few boats out both mornings but everyone was courteous and friendly. Guess excellent fishing puts most people in a good mood.

This trip created wonderful memories for me, my eight year old son and his uncle. You local North Dakotans are truly fortunate to have such a great fishery in the state. Thanks for sharing and thanks for your hospitality.

[tucker52]

Churn, did you camp at the parshall rec area? If so is it easy to get a camp spot there? Heading out there on Fri for a week, first time, hope the bite is still "hot", sounds like the weather is going to be.will let you know how it turns out..

[marine_man]

Glad to hear you had a good trip and a good experience!

marine_man

[CHURN]

Tucker:

No, didn't camp. My in-laws live about 45 minutes West of Parshall. I did see quite a few campers at both the Deep water ramp and Parshall Bay. Nothing fancy.

Enjoy your trip!