
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.

Get bit more often with these ice fishing set-line rigging tips.

Most lakes now are completely locked up, but ice thickness varies quite a bit on some of the lakes. Therefore, caution is still advised and proper safety equipment is recommended. The good news is that,

Temps are starting to drop across the state. Here’s what that might mean for the hard-water action.

If you ice fish with minnows using set lines, whether that be on tip-ups, flag boards, rattle reels or deadsticks, this video is a must see.

Fishing pressure throughout the Buckeye State is light, but shore fishermen seem to be cashing in on a good bite in some places, including Indian and Buckeye lakes in Central Ohio and on Lake Erie.

In his first ice fishing tip of this mild winter season, Hall of Fame angler “Tackle” Terry Tuma talks about putting new line on your fishing reels.
Finally we have some favorable ice-making weather. Many have been waiting for this, and with the continuation of more seasonable weather, ice conditions should continue to improve.

We spent time at Sportsman’s Lodge and Border View Lodge on Lake of the Woods recently and both places are dialed in on the walleye and sauger fishing. Here’s a breakdown on what worked and

Mother Nature did not help with the ice situation this past weekend across eastern South Dakota.
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