Walsh County · stream · order 4 river · ~6 cfs typical
Middle Branch Forest River
Middle Branch Forest River is a stream in Walsh County, North Dakota. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from North Dakota's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
84°
61°
10 mph
7%
Sat
Mostly clear
85°
62°
11 mph
3%
Sun
Drizzle
103°
68°
35 mph
2%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- North Branch Forest River0.0 mi
- Fordville Dam3.0 mistocked May 25, 2026
- South Branch Forest River3.4 mi
- Homme Lake13.5 mi
- Whisky Creek13.7 mi
- Twin Lakes17.3 mi
- Deer Lake16.4 mi
- Little Goose Lake19.4 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official ND regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Middle Branch Forest River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Middle Branch Forest River?+
Yes — North Dakota requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Middle Branch Forest River?+
Middle Branch Forest River is a stream in Walsh County, North Dakota. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.