
South Dakota Fishing Report – August 12, 2026 – video
The number of good walleyes being caught has definitely decreased because of the heat, but hopefully, expected cooler temps will improve the bite.

The number of good walleyes being caught has definitely decreased because of the heat, but hopefully, expected cooler temps will improve the bite.

This is great to catch and trigger fish – even on negative days.

Fishing populations are looking good on a number of species fronts – particularly on these fisheries.

Still not much ice out there – Lake Bemidji just isn’t ready for ice anglers yet. But next week is looking to be better for making ice. Smaller lakes, on the other hand … But

Some anglers are getting out on the little ice that’s out there. Here’s where they’re finding some success. And for those still boating it, the Missouri River is still offering up some walleyes, although the

Cold-water bassin’? You’ve got to love bonus fish – and hard-fighting bucketmouths.

What anglers could see this hard-water season on the two premier fisheries in the state.

Chasing down a mixed bag of jumbo perch and plus-sized largemouth bass through first ice in Minnesota.

Some skim ice making it difficult to get out in boats, but those who are getting out are finding some walleyes. On bigger waters, not a lot of pressure, but also a case of those

He’s arguably the most famous fly-fisherman in the country.
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