Blacktail Lake
Blacktail Lake
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Blacktail Dam is a 47-acre fishing water located approximately 17 miles north, 5 miles west, and a half-mile north of Williston in Williams County, North Dakota. This productive reservoir offers anglers excellent opportunities for multiple species and features good numbers of quality walleye and northern pike, with some trophy-sized fish available. The lake also supports smallmouth bass and a healthy population of yellow perch and bluegill. Blacktail Dam is a family-friendly destination with various amenities including a fishing pier, making it accessible for shore anglers as well as those with boats.
Species & education
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Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Northern Pike
Esox lucius
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- Walleye20,800 fish · FingerlingsJun 11, 2026
- Walleye19,500 fish · FingerlingsJun 20, 2025
- Walleye19,800 fish · FingerlingsJun 20, 2024
- Walleye21,150 fish · FingerlingsJun 22, 2023
- Walleye24,400 fish · FingerlingsJun 20, 2021
Source
North Dakota Game and Fish Department
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
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Learn how to get on Blacktail Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
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North Dakota licenses and regulations
North Dakota Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
North Dakota Fishing License
Residents and Nonresidents under 16 years old and older are not required to have a fishing license
North Dakota Fishing Regulations
This state has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this state is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
North Dakota Stream Access Laws
Any person, before commencing any construction for the purpose of appropriating waters of the state or before taking waters of the state from any constructed works, shall first secure a water permit from the state engineer unless such construction or taking from such constructed works is for domestic or livestock purposes or for fish, wildlife, and other recreational uses.
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