
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.

“Tackle” Terry Tuma talks about the use of crankbaits when fishing for bass and walleyes. He suggests varying which crankbaits you use depending on the vibration action you want, plus water clarity and other factors.

The heat wave ended this weekend and that allowed a few more people to hit the water. Success was found, but it was also limited.

Some unstable weather this week and some changing patterns. We developed some confident baits, though.

Brian Brosdahl talks about what he does to have more success during the dog days of summer while chasing walleyes. Specifically, he touches on presentations, locations, night fishing and the answer to the age old

“Tackle” Terry Tuma suggests using a ned rig with slow, methodical retrieves. Bites will often be subtle so be alert for any movement on your line.

Focusing on the old lake shoreline in 20-25 feet of water with bottom-bouncers and spinners or pulling plugs has been producing a consistent walleye bite.

The dog days of summer have arrived. People are still catching fish, however, finding the aggressive fish by covering more water.

The walleye bite on the Western Basin of Lake Erie has been a bit slower, but anglers are turning their attention to yellow perch. Catfish on inland waters are going strong.

Fishing has slowed a bit across the state. Still fish being caught, just not as hot of a bite as a little earlier this summer.
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