Sports Betting in Devils Lake
Devils Lake has one of the best sportsbook situations in North Dakota; Spirit Lake Casino is just 15 minutes south in St. Michael, sitting on the lake itself. Operated by the Spirit Lake Tribe with Isi-powered sports betting since January 2024, it's the natural choice for Devils Lake-area residents and one of the most convenient ND sportsbook locations outside the Williston-Grand Treasure pairing.
Closest Sportsbooks to Devils Lake
Spirit Lake Casino is the natural choice; 15 minutes away on the south shore of the lake. Other ND tribal sportsbooks are 90+ minutes drive.
Spirit Lake Casino
St. Michael; ~10 mi / ~15 min
Right next door. On the south shore of Devils Lake itself. IGT/Isi-powered sportsbook.
Full guide →Sky Dancer Casino
Belcourt; ~95 mi / ~1h 45min
Turtle Mountain Chippewa. IGT PlaySports.
Full guide →4 Bears Casino
New Town; ~145 mi / ~2h 30min
MHA Nation flagship. Kambi-powered.
Full guide →Dakota Magic Casino
Hankinson; ~215 mi / ~3h 15min
NDs original sportsbook. Far south.
Full guide →Spirit Lake; The Devils Lake Option
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort sits at 7889 Highway 57 in St. Michael, on the south shore of Devils Lake; North Dakota's largest natural lake. The casino is operated by the Spirit Lake Tribe and launched a retail sportsbook in January 2024 powered by Isi (International Sports Integrity) technology, making it the third tribal sportsbook in ND history. See our full Spirit Lake guide.
For Devils Lake residents, the 15-minute drive is uniquely convenient; only Williston (Grand Treasure ~15 min) has a comparable sportsbook-proximity advantage in the state.
The Fishing-and-Betting Combination
Devils Lake is one of the premier fishing destinations in the upper Midwest; walleye, perch, pike, and ice-fishing tournaments through the winter. Spirit Lake Casino's lakefront location makes it a natural after-fishing destination. Plenty of regional visitors plan a long weekend that combines lake recreation with sportsbook visits. The casino's attached hotel makes overnight stays easy.
Online Options for Devils Lake
- DFS; DraftKings, FanDuel, PrizePicks, Underdog, Sleeper.
- Social sportsbooks; Fliff, Sleeper, ReBet.
- Horse racing ADW; TwinSpires, FanDuel Racing.
- Prediction markets; Kalshi, PredictIt.
Sports Interest
UND Fighting Hawks hockey is huge in the Devils Lake region; Grand Forks and the Ralph are only 80 miles east. NDSU Bison football also commands strong followership. For pro sports, see our Vikings and Minnesota teams guides.
Within Devils Lake city, charitable gaming; electronic pull tabs, bingo and raffles; is widely available at bars, restaurants and fraternal halls. See ND charitable gaming.
Devils Lake Sports Betting; FAQ
Whats the closest sportsbook to Devils Lake?
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort in St. Michael; about 10 miles south of Devils Lake city, just 15 minutes by car. Spirit Lake sits on the south shore of the lake itself on the Spirit Lake Tribe Reservation. The sportsbook launched in January 2024 with Isi technology and is by far the most convenient option for Devils Lake residents.
How big is Spirit Lake the casino?
Spirit Lake Casino & Resort is a full-service property; attached hotel, multiple restaurants, indoor pool, gaming floor and direct lake access for fishing and recreation. Devils Lake itself is one of NDs largest natural lakes and produces some of the best walleye and perch fishing in the region.
Can I bet on sports online from Devils Lake?
Not on a real-money sportsbook; none are legal in ND. Legal online alternatives: DFS (DraftKings, FanDuel, PrizePicks, Underdog), social sportsbooks (Fliff, Sleeper, ReBet), horse racing ADWs (TwinSpires, FanDuel Racing) and prediction markets (Kalshi, PredictIt).
Whats the fishing-and-bet combination?
Spirit Lake Casino is perfectly positioned for it. Many visitors combine a fishing trip to Devils Lake with a stop at the casino sportsbook; particularly during winter ice-fishing season and summer walleye tournaments. The casino is the only ND tribal property where lakeside recreation is a natural pairing with the sportsbook.
What can I bet on at Spirit Lake?
Standard major-league markets; NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college football, college basketball, college hockey. UND Fighting Hawks lines are typically available; NDSU Bison lines too. Self-service kiosks plus staffed counter wagering.