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Turtle River
Stocked 5× since 2025 · North Dakota Game and Fish Department
Turtle River is a stream in Grand Forks County, North Dakota, stocked with Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 13, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from North Dakota Game and Fish Department; 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
81°
71°
11 mph
38%
Fri
Overcast
82°
65°
13 mph
13%
Sat
Clear
90°
60°
14 mph
3%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 13 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 2.1/lb | |
| Apr 29 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 2.1/lb | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Sep 11 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 1.1/lb | |
| Apr 22 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 2.2/lb | |
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 2.2/lb | |
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- South Marais River3.2 mi
- Grand Marais Creek7.5 mi
- North Marais River10.5 mi
- Stewart Lake10.0 mi
- Salt Water Coulee11.8 mi
- Lake Ardoch9.0 mi
- Kelly Slough12.0 mi
- Lunby Lake10.8 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.
Turtle River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Turtle River?+
Turtle River is stocked with Rainbow Trout in Grand Forks County, North Dakota, most recently on May 13, 2026 by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Turtle River get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2025, stocking at Turtle River peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Turtle 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 Turtle River?+
Turtle River is a stream in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: North Dakota Game and Fish Department · updated May 13, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.