When you think of Custer State Park what comes to mind first? Bison, the Buffalo Roundup, carside-burro selfies, abundant wildlife, gorgeous scenery, and numerous hiking trails would all be acceptable answers. Indeed, Custer State Park offers something for everyone in the family and is truly the crown jewel of the South Dakota State Park system. […]
We’ve got more than a fishing report this week, it’s a very busy week for the South Dakota outdoors and we’ve got a complete report of all the outdoor opportunities taking place currently! Missouri River Fishing Report The staple of these reports, of course, is the fishing on the Missouri River in Pierre. Fall fishing […]
It’s no secret that northeast South Dakota features fantastic fishing. The Glacial Lakes region is known for tremendous walleye fishing, jumbo yellow perch, and abundant northern pike with fisheries such as Bitter Lake, Waubay Lake, Dry Lake #2, Indian Springs, and Lake Poinsett stealing the headlines. It may not seem like it, but there are […]
The fall season is here, and there is no better time to visit South Dakota State Parks. Fall is the perfect time for hunters, anglers, or campers looking to enjoy a quiet campground to visit the parks. “Whether you’re looking to set up the perfect base camp for your hunting trip, find the perfect spot […]
Each fall, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) fisheries biologists conduct their annual fall lake sampling. This data is then made available to anglers, who may use it to learn more about their favorite fisheries and discover new ones as well. “Beginning in late-summer, and into early-fall, our fisheries crews begin their annual lake […]
The fishing in northeast South Dakota is special, and anglers across the region are familiar with the excellent walleye and perch fishing that can be found on fisheries like Bitter Lake, Waubay Lake, and even Dry Lake #2 and Indian Springs. While these fisheries all can produce excellent fishing, there are far more options in […]
The fall season is here on the Missouri River, and fishing is picking up on Lake Sharpe near Pierre! Fish are transitioning up the reservoir, scattering across the major flats east of Pierre, and really starting to get more aggressive as summer begins to wind down. We discuss the fall fishing, pheasant outlook, grouse forecast, […]
The fall season is upon us, and all signs point to a terrific fall season in South Dakota! There is no shortage of opportunities in fall across the state, which means whether you’re looking to walleye fish, pheasant hunt, camp, or just enjoy everything the fall has to offer, conditions are shaping up great for […]
It’s easy to love fall in South Dakota. The greatest pheasant hunting in the country. The gorgeous colors of the Black Hills. The crunch of the leaves as a deer walks under your stand. Don’t forget the quiet, cool camping nights as well. There are so many things to love about fall in South Dakota, […]
Bottom bouncing is one of the most effective ways to target fall walleye on the Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota. Walleyes are often scattered out across the expansive flats on Lake Sharpe and Lake Francis Case, and the most effective anglers are going to pay attention to the fine details of their presentation to […]
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