Fishing near Jamestown, North Dakota

Jamestown lies within Stutsman County, North Dakota. There are about 15,422 people here. Short trips first: 6.6 miles out stands Pipestem Lake, 7.8 miles out stands Jamestown Reservoir to the north then 15 miles out stands Island Lake. The far bank of Island Lake is the quiet one, and it usually fishes better. Still water is what this area gives you. Timber in the water is the first thing to look for. The water goes solid for part of the year. Warm spells mid-winter are not to be trusted. Nearest is Pipestem Lake, roughly 3.1 sq miles of surface. Break-up on local water lands around mid April. Across Stutsman County, recorded fish include Iowa darter, pikeperch, black bullhead and northern pike. More than one water round here carries the same name, so check the map twice. For Jamestown anglers, Pipestem Lake is the default rather than the choice....