lake in North Dakota, USA
A family-friendly recreation pond east of Bismarck with bluegill, crappie, bass and pike — all fish caught while ice fishing must be released immediately. Located in Burleigh County just east of Bismarck.
McDowell Dam is a lake in North Dakota, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing McDowell Dam can target species including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on McDowell Dam.
Make sure you're fishing legally at McDowell Dam. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at McDowell Dam:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at McDowell Dam:
Anglers at McDowell Dam can target species including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for McDowell Dam before you cast a line.
McDowell Dam is a lake in North Dakota, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.