Fishing Regulations in South Dakota
Size limits, bag limits, and seasons by species in South Dakota.
South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks oversees the walleye and smallmouth of the Missouri River reservoirs, the glacial lakes of the northeast, and Black Hills trout streams. Limits and seasons vary by species and water, so check the rules for your spot before you keep a fish.
53 species with limits100 special regulation bodies of water
Notable waters
Iowa-South Dakota Border WatersMinnesota-South Dakota Border WatersBlack Hills Fish Management AreaSD-MN Border WatersMissouri River — Ft Randall Dam TailraceRapid Creek (Pennington Co.) — Pactola Dam to Placerville CampRapid Creek (Pennington Co.) — Park Drive to Jackson BoulevardYATES PONDS CHEYENNE CROSSING (Lawrence Co.)
Statewide
Year-round
Daily bag5Possession10
Combined Aggregate: LMB + SMB 5/10 in aggregate
Specific bodies of water may have special regulations.
Always confirm with the official state agency before keeping a fish. Regulations can change and local exceptions may apply.
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