Species / Northern Pike / North Dakota
Pike
Northern Pike Fishing in North Dakota
An ambush predator of Northern weedy lakes and backwaters. Pike hit big, flashy baits and flies and need a wire or heavy leader.
Best Months: Apr to Jun, Sep to Oct
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Best Flies, Lures & Bait for Northern Pike
4 picks for October.
Pike and Musky Fly 6 to 10 in
FlyStreamer
Shop This FlySpinnerbait 3/8 to 3/4 oz
LureMoving Bait
Shop This LureSuspending Jerkbait 4 to 5 in
LureHard Bait
Shop This LureCasting Spoon 1/4 to 1 oz
LureSpoon
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Rod & Reel
Northern Pike Setup
Northern Pike
Fly 9 ft 8 or 9 wt rod, floating or intermediate line, wire or 40 lb bite tippet.
Spin / Cast 7 ft medium-heavy casting rod, 30 to 50 lb braid, steel or titanium leader.
North Dakota
Where to Catch Northern Pike
Lakes & Reservoirs · North Dakota
Devils Lake
A prairie lake famous for jumbo perch through the ice and walleye.
Walleye · Yellow Perch · Northern Pike
Lakes & Reservoirs · North Dakota
Lake Sakakawea
A huge Missouri River reservoir with walleye, pike, and a chinook salmon fishery.
Walleye · Northern Pike · Chinook Salmon
Rivers & Streams · North Dakota
Missouri River (Bismarck)
A walleye river between Garrison Dam and Lake Oahe.
Walleye · Northern Pike
North Dakota
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Recommended
Gear for Northern Pike
Reels
Abu Garcia Revo SX Baitcasting Reel
A reliable baitcaster for jigs, Texas rigs, and moving baits.
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Orvis Clearwater 9 ft 10 wt Fly Rod
Backbone for big flies, heavy wind, and fish that run into the backing.
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St. Croix Musky Casting Rod
A heavy, long casting rod for big bucktails, jerkbaits, and figure-eights.
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PowerPro Spectra Braided Line
Thin, strong braid for long casts, sensitivity, and pulling fish from cover.
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Rapala X-Rap Jerkbait
A suspending jerkbait that shines in cold, clear water.
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