Guide To Fishing At Jamestown Reservoir

AKA: Jamestown Lake

Sandy beaches, rip-rap rock and lush greenery surround Jamestown Reservoir, a 2,000-acre lake in the central part of the state, at the city of Jamestown. This winding waterway brags of having forty five miles of shoreline to fulfill your water sport fantasies.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Major boat launch ramps include Jamestown Reservoir Marina Boating Access, 5 Mile Corner Boating Access and West Landing Boating Access. Numerous campgrounds, some with RV hookups, are scattered throughout the area. Fishing enthusiasts come searching for the walleye, crappie, perch and pike that roam these waters. Many areas around the boat landings, the campgrounds and undeveloped land at the north end of the lake provide ample access for fishing from the bank, or just enjoying the day.

What to fish for...

Fishing for black crappie, white crappie, walleye, yellow perch and northern pike at Jamestown Reservoir in North Dakota.

Primary fish species residing in Jamestown Reservoir

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Jamestown Reservoir Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES - 3
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Jamestown Reservoir 5 Mile Corner Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off 30th Street SE, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Jamestown Reservoir Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off E Lakeside Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Jamestown Reservoir West Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off 31st Street SE, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

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