Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery

Springtime at the hatchery is particularly interesting with millions of eggs incubating from a variety of fish species. In addition to providing a role in managing fish population for North Dakota's salmon and trout fishery, it also fills stocking requests for walleye, northern pike, and a variety of other coolwater species in the Dakotas, Montana, Wyoming and Idaho. In October, a stroll down the hatchery’s trails offer a glimpse of salmon as they make their way upstream to spawn. Visitation is welcomed. Cross country skiing on groomed trails, hiking or biking is encouraged when the conditions permit.