Fishing Charters in South Dakota
Browse fishing charters in South Dakota that can help you catch largemouth bass.
Dakota Prairie Angling
Watertown, South Dakota
Dakota Prairie Angling is a walleye guide service near Whitlocks Bay on beautiful Lake Oahe. Dakota Prairie Angling also provides ice fishing on northeastern South Dakota glacial lakes.
Central Dakota Guide Service
Central Dakota Guide Service provides you amazing guides for your hunting and fishing adventures.
Curtis Lagan Guiding
If you’re looking for a variety of fishing, look no further! Nestled in one of the greatest fishing spots in the country is Lake Oahe, a dammed area of the Missouri River.
Dave Spaid Hunting And Fishing Guide Service
Dave Spaid Guiding offers premier South Dakota fishing and hunting outfitter services. South Dakota Walleye Fishing and Pheasant Hunts at it's finest!
Brad Beeler Fishing
Brad Beeler Fishing Guide. Lake Oahe::Lake Sharpe::Missouri River::Pierre, SD
Fish Hunter Guide Service
Nebraska John Guide Service
Walleye Fishing Guide in Pierre Walleye fishing, Pierre, SD Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe
Buffalo Butte Ranch
South Dakota Access Guide Service
Prime South Dakota Pheasant hunting in South Dakota! Also offering Walleye & Pike Fishing! Excellent accommodations, food, and dogs with decades of experience.
Finn Provisions Fly Shop
Tail Finn offers fly fishing services for The Black Hills of South Dakota. Anglers of all abilities, no matter gender, or age are welcome to fish with us. Our seasoned group of guides want you to have fun, catch fish, and hopefully learn a thing or two about the sport we so dearly love.
Dakota Prairie Guide Service
South Dakota fishing guide and Pheasant hunting outfitter service for the Chamberlain and Oacoma, SD area, including the Missouri River, Lake Francis Case and Lake Sharpe.
Cleland Guide Service
Official website for Cleland Guide Service. A family owned business located in central South Dakota. Your fishing and hunting vacation awaits. Book early for be
Best Time to Catch Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass can be caught year-round in Kimball. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Largemouth Bass
If you're after largemouth bass near Kimball, South Dakota, the local reservoirs and smaller lakes are your best bet. These prairie waters, while not always crystal clear, hold some surprisingly hefty bass. The key is understanding the seasonal patterns. Spring is fantastic as the bass move shallow to spawn, targeting weedy bays and submerged timber with spinnerbaits, jigs, and Texas-rigged plastics. Summer sees the fish retreating to deeper water, relating to structure like points and drop-offs; try crankbaits and Carolina rigs. Fall brings another shallow water bite as the bass feed up for winter. A local tip: many of these lakes experience significant weed growth, so using weedless presentations is crucial. Also, pay attention to wind direction, as bass often congregate on the windward side of the lake. Check the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks website for lake levels and fishing reports before you go, as water levels can fluctuate.
How to Catch Largemouth Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Largemouth Bass in Kimball.
Largemouth Bass Fishing Regulations in South Dakota
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing License
Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass count as one in the daily limit of 5.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the South Dakota state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bag limit for largemouth bass in South Dakota?
You can keep up to 5 largemouth bass per day in South Dakota.
Is there a size limit for largemouth bass in South Dakota?
No, there is no size limit for largemouth bass in South Dakota. You can keep any size you catch.
Do I need a fishing license to fish for largemouth bass near Kimball?
Yes, you need a valid South Dakota fishing license to fish for largemouth bass.
What are some of the best baits to use for largemouth bass near Kimball?
Popular choices include plastic worms, crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and topwater lures, especially near weed beds and submerged structures.
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