Best Fishing Spots In South Dakota, United States
Discover the best fishing spots in South Dakota, United States with our extensive
list! South Dakota is known for its diverse fishing opportunities, offering something
for every angler. Whether you're a fan of expansive lakes, meandering rivers,
or more, our selection has the best fishing spots for you. Learn about the fish
species you can catch, explore a map with fishing hotspots, and plan your
perfect fishing adventure in South Dakota, United States.
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Places to recommend in South Dakota include Lake Alice, Brule Creek, Enemy Creek, Fensterman Slough, Heggs Lake and more. The Fishbox app can help you find the best fishing spots near you and save them until your next adventure.
Fish species found in South Dakota include Black crappie, Blue catfish, Bluegill, Brown trout, Channel catfish and others.
A license may be required to fish in South Dakota. You can view the requirements for obtaining a fishing license here.
There may also be catch limits and regulations on using specific gear. Check out the regulation for South Dakota in this section
Find Your Next Fishing Spots In South Dakota, United States
Top 30 spots
- Academy Lake
- Pelican Lake
- Mud Lake
- Milwaukee Lake
- Green Lake
- Mud Lake
- Lake Madison
- Bourne Slough
- Round Lake
- Lake Parmley
- Foot Creek
- Long Lake
- Dry Run
- Elm Lake
- Big Slough
- Dry Branch
- Maple River
- Crompton Lake
- Richmond Lake
- Salt Lake
- Wylie Lake
- Grass Lake
- Amsden Lake
- Bitter Lake
- Webber Gulch
- Dry Run
- Alkali Lake
- Wolff Lake
- Schumacher Lake
- West Cottonwood Creek
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