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.
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
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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
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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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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Lakeside Campground - 701 252-1183
James River Bay Campground - 701 368-1365
Pelican Point Campground - 701 952-2222
Smokey's Campground - 701 320-5750
Frontier Fort RV Park - 701 252-7492
Jamestown Campground - 701 252-6262
Lazy Fish at Pelican Point Campground - 701 952-2222
Jamestown Reservoir ND Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Jamestown Reservoir
Lakeside Campground
8341 32nd St SE
Jamestown, ND 58401
701 252-1183
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Jamestown Reservoir in ND
NORTH DAKOTA


Fishing for crappie, walleye and perch in central ND.