Lake Ashtabula
Reservoir, Barnes County. North Dakota, United States.
47.0945, -98.0195 — View on the map
- Area
- 2,096 ha
- Managed by
- North Dakota Game and Fish Department
- Permit required
- North Dakota fishing license (NDGF)
- Boat launch
- yes
Useful gear for this area
Chosen from the species and size limits regulated in this area.
Responsible gearDigital Hanging Scale 50 kgTo check the minimum size: Muskellunge 121.9 cm here.
€30.90£16.90Not shipped to the United States
Lightweight multi-pocket fishing vest, khakiFor: all fishing · carry-on storage
€43.90£25.90Not shipped to the United States
101-Piece Lure and Tackle BoxFor: northern pike, zander, walleye · spoon and spinner fishing
€41.90£23.90Not shipped to the United States
Species present
WalleyeSander vitreus
Northern pikeEsox lucius
Smallmouth bassMicropterus dolomieu
MuskellungeEsox masquinongy
BluegillLepomis macrochirus
ND Game and Fish 'Fishing Waters' sport fish list
Local rules
Other sport fish listed by NDGF: Brown Bullhead. Max depth 42.8 ft. Directions (NDGF): 10 miles north of Valley City
Area rules (North Dakota) for these species
| Muskellunge | 121.9 cm |
| Walleye and sauger | 35.6 cm |
Access
boat ramp(s), fishing pier(s)
Official sources
- Fishing Waters — ND Game and Fish Department (GNF_FishingWaters, ND GIS Hub) (accessed on 23 September 2026)
- Where to Fish — ND Game and Fish Department (accessed on 23 September 2026)