The official fishing report for the Pierre area! Check out the latest fishing reports for across the Midwest! We discuss the fishing on the Missouri River reservoirs including Lake Francis Case, Lake Sharpe and Lake Oahe.
Latest Fishing Report:
South Dakota Fishing Report July 26, 2026 (Late-Summer Special)
The summer heat continues in full force, but there’s hot bites to be found too! The fishing on Lake Sharpe is heating back up, Lake Oahe continues to produce, and good bites are available on Lake Francis Case and across the Glacial Lakes region as well. All of that and more in this week’s fishing report!
South Dakota Fishing Report July 5, 2026 (Mid-Summer Special)
As we wrap up the 4th of July weekend, it’s safe to say summer is in full swing! The temperatures are heating up, prairie thunderstorms have brought havoc the last week, and fish are entering traditional mid-summer patterns. As we head into the second half of summer, we’ve got a special fishing report to help end the summer strong!
Recent Fishing Reports:
South Dakota Fishing Report June 21, 2026 (Father’s Day Special)
Father’s Day weekend is here, but it doesn’t necessarily feel like summer just yet! While cooler temperatures and rain have been prevalent across the state, the bite has been red hot! This week’s fishing report takes a look at all the bites across the state!
Missouri River Fishing Report June 14, 2026 (Lake Oahe Special)
Last week, we discussed fishing across South Dakota in our Summer Fishing Special. This week, we take a deep dive into Lake Oahe! Find out all the information we have to share on Lake Oahe!
South Dakota Fishing Report June 7, 2026 (Summer Fishing Special)
The calendar has flipped to June, the temperatures have increased, and summer fishing patterns are officially in full swing! To kick off the summer, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) fisheries biologists shared updates from their area in a recent email, and we’ll incorporate all of this information to provide a comprehensive statewide fishing report!
2026 Fisheries Outlooks
2026 Lake Oahe Fishing Forecast and Status Report
Fishing was fantastic on Lake Oahe in 2025, and all signs are pointing to an even stronger 2026! Walleye abundance continues to increase, walleye are growing at a quick rate, and the other fishing opportunities such as salmon and smallmouth bass are providing an excellent bite as well.
2026 Lake Sharpe Fishing Forecast and Status Report
Lake Sharpe is known as a walleye factory, and production was good in 2025. Lake Sharpe is an action fishery that consistently produces excellent numbers of walleye, and anglers should expect more of the same in 2026. In addition to walleye, special attention has been paid to the Lake Sharpe smallmouth bass population and fisheries biologists are attempting to create a paddlefish opportunity within the fishery.
2026 Lake Francis Case Fishing Forecast and Status Report
Lake Francis Case is a popular walleye fishery and after a stretch of tough fishing, punctuated by a down year in 2024, the fishery has found itself in the spotlight. Fortunately, signs are pointing towards a rebound and the fishery remains a walleye factory.
2026 Lewis and Clark Lake Fishing Forecast and Status Report
Lewis and Clark Lake is a popular waterbody in southeast South Dakota and offers a variety of water recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, swimming, and kayaking. Sitting along the border of South Dakota and Nebraska, Lewis and Clark Lake is located near Yankton and the close proximity to Sioux Falls, Sioux City, and Omaha makes it a popular waterbody.
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The outdoors is our passion in South Dakota, and whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, camping, or more we’ve got you covered on everything you need to know outside across the state! Find information on South Dakota’s fisheries, hunting seasons, and state parks on our South Dakota Outdoors News, Reports, and Updates page!
Fishing Tournament News
Looking to find information regarding walleye fishing tournaments across South Dakota, Nebraska, and the rest of the country? We’ve got you covered! Check out our Fishing Tournament News page to find the latest results, schedules, and updates across the walleye fishing tournament trails!
South Dakota Fisheries Focus
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