Castlewood, SD Fishing Trip — March
Your Castlewood, SD Fishing Trip
March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 26°F1.6" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in March
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
March Weather in Castlewood
48°F
Avg High
26°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
8 Guides Near Castlewood
No guides are based in Castlewood, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
South Dakota Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$79
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Covers all inland and boundary waters. Paddlefish tag separate.
Species Regulations
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:30-inch minimum
Only one blue catfish greater than 30 inches may be possessed.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass count as one in the daily limit of 5.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit