
South Dakota Fishing Report – November 4, 2026 – video
Anglers are still hitting Lake Oahe looking for the trophy walleye, while the perch bite has been impacted somewhat by the winds and rain.

Anglers are still hitting Lake Oahe looking for the trophy walleye, while the perch bite has been impacted somewhat by the winds and rain.

Patience is key right now as we wait for the weather to shape up. Here’s a quick look into water levels and weather as we are anxiously waiting to get on the open water.

The only thing consistent this spring has been the wind – it’s the windiest spring on record. Walleyes are still being caught by those who find the time to go out between windy periods.

Find the warmest water out there for the best crappie action. And where to find the smallies.

Welcome back to open water, and starting things off with some crappie action. No doubt we’re off to a slow start in regards to weather and conditions, but open water is here and opportunities present

Rain … wind … and walleye. Here’s how they were catching ’em.

The walleye river runs on the Maumee and Sandusky rivers are still hanging on, with a push of some big female fish in the past few days.

Good reports of smelt in the Upper Peninsula. But where exactly? Detroit River walleye bite still on fire, too.

The more you understand the seasonal movements of the fish you’re chasing, the more likely you’ll be able to stay on the bite. Video courtesy of Angling Buzz.

Who’s had enough wind? That’s the biggest factor this spring in determining whether or not people have been fishing and it really kicked in this past week. Walleyes are still being caught, but only by
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