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Spiritwood Lake

Stutsman County, North Dakota

Spiritwood Lake in Stutsman County is 493.3 acres with a maximum depth of 54.7 feet, about 11 miles north and 4 miles east of Jamestown. Smallmouth bass are abundant, with moderate walleye and perch.

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Surface area493 acres
Max depth55 ft
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Smallmouth Bass●●●○○

Abundant per ND Game and Fish

Walleye●●○○○

Moderate numbers

Yellow Perch●●○○○

Moderate numbers

Northern Pike●○○○○

Listed sport fish

Bluegill●○○○○

Listed sport fish

Boat launches

4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • South RampPublic
    Poured concrete ramp; floating fishing pier nearbyDirections ↗
  • North G&F RampPublic
    Poured concrete ramp; shore fishing and parkingDirections ↗
  • East Lake AccessPublic
    Gravel ramp managed by NDGFD; no restrooms or courtesy docksDirections ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Spiritwood Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: North Dakota Game and Fish Department ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the North Dakota Game and Fish Department before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Max depth is about 55 feet, so look for smallmouth on structure and drop-offs.
  • Three ramps and a floating fishing pier are available.
  • Shore access with parking at the North Ramp and the southwest side.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.