Guide To Fishing At Lake Metigoshe

AKA: Metigoshe Lake

Big bluegill and heavy crappie entice anglers to Lake Metigoshe, a 1,500-acre lake in the north-central part of North Dakota. Much of the 27 miles of shoreline is developed with private homes, yet there is plenty of undeveloped areas for fishing from the bank.

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

The primary fish species in Metigoshe include bass, crappie, walleye, sunfish, perch and pike. Ice fishing for bluegill, crappie and perch is very popular, and a great way to introduce kids to fishing. Four major boat launch ramps, for boating access, are available for public use. The ramps are centrally located and are accessible from either side of the lake. Lake Metigoshe State Park Campground is located on the east side of the lake and includes a boat launch. Lodging, stores and restaurants are all close by the lake.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, yellow perch and northern pike at Lake Metigoshe in North Dakota.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Metigoshe

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Metigoshe Amenities

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

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Hahns Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Hahns Bay Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Lake Metigoshe Main Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off E Shore Park Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and roadside parking.

Lake Metigoshe State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off E Shore Park Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

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