Sheyenne River
The Sheyenne meanders east across North Dakota, turns south near McVille, fills Lake Ashtabula above Valley City, loops past Lisbon and the Sheyenne National Grassland, then heads north to the Red River.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Sheyenne River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 591 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | About 15 miles north of McClusky, Sheridan County, North Dakota |
| Mouth | Red River of the North near West Fargo/Harwood, North Dakota |
| State | North Dakota |
Baldhill Dam holds back Lake Ashtabula north of Valley City.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Sheyenne River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
- Boat ramps on the Sheyenne River in North Dakota ↗ · Bait shops near the Sheyenne River in North Dakota ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- North Dakota: North Dakota Game and Fish Department ↗
Lakes on or near the Sheyenne River
Lakes in our guide on or near this river:
Facts from Sheyenne River (Wikipedia) ↗