Sherman, SD Fishing Trip — October
Your Sherman, SD Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 46°F1.9" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
October Weather in Sherman
64°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
7 Guides Near Sherman
No guides are based in Sherman, 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
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 / freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- 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
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.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit