Pierpont, SD Fishing Trip — January
Your Pierpont, SD Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 21°F / Low 5°F0.3" rain · 3 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
5 species
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairFlathead Catfish
Various
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
January Weather in Pierpont
21°F
Avg High
5°F
Avg Low
0.3"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
6 Guides Near Pierpont
No guides are based in Pierpont, 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
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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 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.
Species Regulations
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.