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Buffalo Lodge Lake

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Buffalo Lodge Lake is a 1,400-acre natural lake located approximately 4 miles northeast of Granville in north-central North Dakota. This remote waterbody features about a dozen miles of shoreline, providing ample fishing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels. The lake is extremely shallow, rarely experiencing thermal stratification in summer. Known primarily for its walleye, yellow perch, and northern pike fishing, Buffalo Lodge Lake offers both open water and ice fishing experiences throughout the year. While amenities are scarce, its healthy fish populations and accessible shoreline make it a worthwhile destination for anglers seeking a quality fishing experience in North Dakota's open landscapes.


Species & education

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Northern Pike

Northern Pike

Esox lucius

Walleye

Walleye

Sander vitreus


Fish stocking schedule

Latest 5 stockings

  • Walleye126,000 fish · FingerlingsJun 15, 2026
  • Walleye36,300 fish · FingerlingsJun 21, 2025
  • Walleye64,600 fish · FingerlingsJun 21, 2025
  • Walleye102,600 fish · FingerlingsJun 21, 2024
  • Walleye100,800 fish · FingerlingsJun 24, 2023

Source

North Dakota Game and Fish Department

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Buffalo Lodge 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Buffalo Lodge Lake

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

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.

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North Dakota Fishing License

Residents and Nonresidents under 16 years old and older are not required to have a fishing license

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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.

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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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Take Buffalo Lodge Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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    Download the map around Buffalo Lodge Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.

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    Keep a private fishing journal for Buffalo Lodge Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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