Kennebec, SD Fishing Trip — February

Your Kennebec, SD Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 29°F / Low 9°F0.3" rain · 2 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in February

5 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

February Weather in Kennebec

29°F
Avg High
9°F
Avg Low
0.3"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

7 Guides Near Kennebec

No guides are based in Kennebec, 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 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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.

Buy License Online — South Dakota

Species Regulations

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.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may be taken by spearing or archery.

Spotted 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.

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