The Chamberlain, South Dakota area features small town charm, with big outdoor opportunity! Famous for it’s early season fishing opportunities, Chamberlain sits right on the epicenter of the fishing on Lake Francis Case in the spring and early summer. Expect full stringers of walleye and the chance at a trophy caliber fish as well!

While the fishing opportunities are spectacular, it is the pheasant hunting that put Chamberlain on the map. The Chamberlain area consistently has some of the best pheasant numbers across the state and the hunting opportunities are endless!

The Chamberlain area also has plenty to offer the family, with the summer heat making the river the perfect place to boat, ski and tube on a hot summer day!

Are you looking to learn more about what the Chamberlain area has to offer? Check out our full write up highlighting exactly what you can expect in Planning Your Fishing Trip to Chamberlain!

Planning Your Fishing Trip to Chamberlain

Local Waterbody

Lake Francis Case

A walleye factory, Lake Francis Case will routinely send anglers home with a limit of walleyes especially in the spring and fall. In addition to walleye, expect plenty of smallmouth bass, channel catfish, white bass and even yellow perch in your bag at the end of the day! Learn more in our Lake Francis Case Profile!

Lake Francis Case Profile

Recommended Lodging

There are some excellent lodging opportunities to pick from with many ready to put you right on the water. Check out Cedar Shore Resort, AmericInn and Baymont when planning your stay!

Recommended Guides

There are several guide services to pick from when fishing in the Chamberlain area. Among some of the top options include Lip Ripper Guide Service and Dakota Fins Guide Service LLC.

Start Preparing for Your Trip

We have plenty of fishing tips to help you make your trip to Chamberlain a success! Check out some of the following articles to begin preparing for all the gear you’ll need and where you can expect to find fish!

Springtime Walleyes in Chamberlain South Dakota

Chamberlain, South Dakota in the springtime is a destination for walleye anglers across the country. Find out some of the top locations to focus and baits to utilize to find success on Lake Francis Case in the springtime!

Early Season Buffet on the Missouri River

The Chamberlain area can be the epicenter of some of the best walleye fishing in the region in the early spring. Learn everything you need to know to make your trip to Chamberlain a success in Early Season Buffet on the Missouri River!

Cool Presentations for Hot Summer Walleye

While many anglers view the Chamberlain area as a spring destination, summer can also produce excellent fishing as well! Learn how you can take advantage of this bite in Cool Presentations for Hot Summer Walleye!

Learn More About the Chamberlain Area

Are you still looking to learn more about the Chamberlain area? Check out the Chamberlain Chamber of Commerce to find out everything else you’ll need to make your trip a success!

Follow Us for More

Nick Harrington and Mason Propst both have plenty of experience in the Chamberlain area and taking advantage of the bite it has to offer. Stay up to date on the latest bites, big catches and see behind the scenes action by following Nick and Mason on Instagram!

You can also get the latest tips, tricks and see the latest fishing reports and catches by following Lip Ripper Guide Service on Facebook!

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