North Dakota Game and Fish Lake Overview

Lake Detail


Lake Overview:
Stump Lake  In Nelson County
1,452.0 msl
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Directions:
12 miles south, 1 mile west of Lakota

The walleye population is doing very well. There are a variety of sizes available, with good numbers of fish. The number of fish in the size groups that anglers would be most interested in are all above average right now. The number of walleye 20 inches and larger are still well above average.

Northern pike numbers are a little below average. Most pike are between 25 and 35 inches long, but some larger fish present.

Yellow perch are relatively abundant. However, many of the fish will likely be about 8 inches or so with some bigger fish available. Overall, there should be perch fishing opportunities in 2026, but fishing will likely be slower for large perch.

White bass abundant. Most bass will likely be between about 12 to 15 inches long in 2026, but there should be some smaller and larger ones available too.



Sport Fish:
Northern Pike, Walleye, White Bass, Yellow Perch
Reports:

Lake Access Sites:
Tolna Landing (Stump Lake) (Nelson County)   Map View  - Opens a New Tab
3 miles north of Tolna (Gravel access road, fish cleaning facility, security lights, picnic shelter, trash receptacles)
   View Location on Google Maps - Opens a New Tab  Main Ramp: Plank Boat Ramp

    Managed By: Tolna Community Club    Contact: Brett Poehls    Phone: 701-262-4910

Stump Lake Park (Nelson County)   Map View  - Opens a New Tab
11 miles south, 1 mile west of Lakota (Paved access road, fish cleaning facility, developed and primitive camping, security lights, picnic shelter, trash receptacles, concession, lodging, rv dump station, fishing pier)
   View Location on Google Maps - Opens a New Tab  Main Ramp: Poured Concrete Ramp

    Managed By: Nelson County Park Board    Contact: Jack Davidson    Phone: 701-247-2463

Cleaning Stations:
View Location on Google Maps Fish Cleaning Station (Tolna Landing (Stump Lake))

View Location on Google Maps Fish Cleaning Station (Stump Lake Park)

Piers:
View Location on Google Maps Floating Fishing Pier (Stump Lake Park) - Handicap Accessible: Yes - Assistance Required

Shore Fishing Access:
View Location on Google Maps Stump Lake Park - Shore fishing access in vicinity of fishing pier.