
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.

It’s a great time to catch all species of fish with less fishing and boating pressure than in the summer.

Water temperatures are cooling, perch are schooling, and the bite is starting to respond. With the cooler weather of this week, the bite will only continue to improve. Check out where to go and what

Spinners are a great presentation when targeting weed walleyes. Here’s the why and how.

Definitely seeing a change in fish location and behavior. Shallower patterns beginning to show and moving baits are getting bit. Also a focus on flipping/pitching.

Bass fishing on one of the premier bass fisheries out there.

Yellow perch fishing on Lake Erie has slowed a bit over the past two weeks, but inland crappies are coming on.

Jig-and-minnow bite really starting to go on area lakes.

Try multiple colors, sizes, and vibration patterns of crankbaits to catch these late-summer and early-fall walleyes.

A strong cold front moved through the area on Friday and that knocked down the bite for a few days. However, by Monday, the bite was on the upswing. Plenty of larger walleyes are being
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