Don’t forget to email your catch pictures along with the story behind the catch to tales@dakotaradiogroup.com for a chance to win our Catch of the Week!
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There’s always time to cast one more line…
It’s that time of year when the salmon start staging for the big spawn on Oahe Lake. Ladders are officially out at Whitlock Bay and the salmon are getting excited and moving around. But we are a couple weeks away from spawning season, and there is still much action to be had!
News off the Mighty MO: Central SoDak is gearing up for an awesome 2024 Pheasant Hunting season! There is plenty of opportunity to Cast and Blast this fall. Pheasant Opener begins October 19 and runs till January 31, 2025. Check out our latest hunting blog (https://www.sdmissouririver.c
All our best,
The SD Missouri River Tourism Team
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The water levels on Lake Oahe are high and full. Check with USACE (https://www.nwo.usace.army.mi
Near Pollock (http://www.pollocksouthdakota
Around Akaska (https://oahewings.com/?y_sour
In the Whitlock Bay area near Gettysburg (https://www.cityofgettysburgs
Around the Cheyenne River, Spring Creek (https://www.sdmissouririver.c
Salmon Update on Oahe
A tough week for Salmon due to excessive wind nearly every day this past week. When the weather was nice, the effects of the wind had already dampened fishing prospects. Temps at 90ft were in the mid to upper 60s. The fish that did cooperate came on spoons and FF evenly. Spoon colors have varied greatly. FF colors have been the same as usual, greens and yellows. Depth range continued to be inconsistent – anywhere from 55-85ft produced fish. The ladder at Whitlock Bay was put out on Thursday. We still have some good fishing coming this year. The bite will come back after we experience some calm days.
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For the Pierre (https://pierre.org/) /Fort Pierre (https://www.visitfortpierre.c
Cooler temps have concentrated bait and fish into dense pockets. Small fish are plentiful, but there are many sitting right at 15 inches, so be sure to measure! Bottom bouncing in 6-10ft continues to be the best option, using crawlers and #3 or #4 Colorado blades pulled quickly. Color isn’t making much of a difference right now. Forage consists primarily of gizzard shad, but mayflies are still present.
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** Missouri River Fall Fishing Report 9.22.24 – Lip Ripper Fishing (https://midwestliprippers.com
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For Chamberlain (https://www.chamberlainsd.com
In lower Lake Francis Case near Geddes (http://www.geddessd.org/) , the bite remains slow to steady. If the wind blows walleye are really on. You can look for them between 24-32ft using jig raps or crank baits.
Guided Fishing Trips
Photo Curtesy from SD Outfitters Unlimited (https://www.sdoutfittersunlim
Around Bonesteel (https://www.sdmissouririver.c
In the areas of Lake Andes (https://lakeandesinn.com/) , Wagner (https://www.cityofwagner.org/
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No new report for the Yankton (https://www.visityanktonsd.co
Lake Oahe
· Kemnitz MoRest Motel in Mobridge at 605-845-3668
· Oahe Wings & Walleyes at 605-230-0280
· Bob’s Resort in Gettysburg at 605-765-2500
· South Whitlock Resort in Gettysburg at 605-765-9762
· The Outpost Lodge in Pierre at 605-264-5450
· Oahe Salmon Guide Service in Onida at 605-691-9020
Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe
· Lip Ripper Fishing in Pierre at 402-689-9947
· Hutch’s Guide Service at 605-220-2844
· South Dakota Walleye Charters at 605-366-1875
Lake Francis Case
· Allen’s South Dakota Fishing & Hunting at 800-435-5591
· Platte Creek Lodge at 605-941-1679
· Missouri River Lodge in Geddes at 605-680-3877
· Lake Andes Inn Motel & RV Park at 605-418-9888
Lake Lewis and Clark
· The Walleye Guys in Yankton 402-499-4936
Please note – this report is a snapshot in time and changes can occur quickly. We suggest you call one of our members listed above – they can be very helpful with what is happening along the river. That way you’ll be assured of a great trip!
Questions about boat ramp access? Check the SD Game, Fish & Parks (https://sdgfp.maps.arcgis.com
Help slow the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species! Check out the Game, Fish & Parks (https://gfp.sd.gov/) web site for detailed info on the regulations. They are very specific so you’ll want to be sure you’ve read the regulations. If you love to fish the Missouri River in South Dakota, please do your part to keep the reservoirs free of aquatic invasive species.
Have some great photos from your time on the water? South Dakota Missouri River Tourism would love to share them as part of our weekly Fishing Report update on our social media. Send your Mighty MO river photos to info@sdmissouririver.com and we’ll be sure to give you a shout out! Also, be sure to like us on Facebook for up to date information in the Missouri River Region.
Thanks for reading our Fishing Report!
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