Outdoor Activities You Can Drive to Near Devils Lake, ND

Devils Lake, ND is the ideal place to be if you enjoy exciting outdoor activities. Get in a Dodge Hornet, Jeep Cherokee, or Ram 2500 and take a drive to experience the thrill of hooking trophy-size white bass, perch, pike, and walleye. Hike along the lake’s scenic wooded shores and hit them long and straight on the golf course. 

1. Hook the Big One in Devils Lake

Anglers from far and wide swear that Devils Lake offers the best fishing in the Midwest. With hundreds of miles of shoreline, the lake boasts more lawn-chair fishing for white bass, perch, pike, and walleye than others in the country. In spring and summer, the water teems with jumbo perch averaging nearly five pounds, and it’s not unheard of to hook 10-pound whoppers.

Walleye comes in all sizes, from ones for the dinner table to wall-hanger trophies, especially in fall, and white bass bite all year long from the banks or the middle of the lake. Grahams Island State Park at 152 South Duncan Road in Devils Lake offers outstanding water access and has a large boat ramp, tackle shop, fish cleaning station, and gas. The park also hosts numerous regional and national fishing tournaments throughout the year.

Ice Fishing 

In winter, thousands of ice anglers descend on Devils Lake, one of the country’s top ice fishing spots. The main attractions are the lake’s trophy-size pike, perch, and walleye. Many anglers hire local fishing guides who know their stuff on the ice and provide on-ice transportation, shelters, fish-finding electronics, and excellent fishing tips. 

2. Explore Grahams Island State Park on Foot

Put on your hiking boots to explore the densely wooded shores of Devils Lake in the beautiful Grahams Island State Park. Follow the Sivert Thompson Loop for 1.6 miles through the scenic ash and oak woodlands for spectacular views over the sparkling Devils Lake and watch the waterfowl on the water’s edge.

The short 0.5-mile North Campground Loop cuts through the woods, allowing hikers to catch glimpses of North Dakota’s wildlife between the trees. During winter, the trails are perfect for snow-shoeing, and skiers can enjoy the three-mile Cross Country Ski Trail, which is groomed weekly.

3. Tee Off at Creel Bay Golf Course 

Play a round of golf along the shores of Devils Lake at the Creel Bay Golf Course at 515 Country Club Road. The picturesque 18-hole golf course offers a thrilling challenge and boasts treelined fairways, a variety of water hazards, and tactically placed sand traps to keep the game interesting.

For those looking to hone their short game, there’s a chipping and putting green available, and the pro golf shop has a great selection of accessories at affordable prices. After a game, relax on the patio at the clubhouse and enjoy the far-flung view over the lake. 

Have plenty of thrilling adventures outside all year long around Devils Lake. Add a stop at Devils Lake Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to the fun and take one of the new 2023 SUVs for a spin around the block. 

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