Sioux Falls, SD Fishing Trip — August

Your Sioux Falls, SD Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 63°F5.9" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Shovelnose SturgeonGood
Shovelnose Sturgeon
Various
PaddlefishFair
Paddlefish
Various
Pallid SturgeonFair
Pallid Sturgeon
Various
Lake SturgeonFair
Lake Sturgeon
Various

August Weather in Sioux Falls

79°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
5.9"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Sioux Falls + 4 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 / 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.

Buy License Online — South Dakota

Species Regulations

Shovelnose Sturgeon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are limited to possessing no more than one daily limit of any fish species in a dressed or processed state.

Paddlefish
Season:Varies by unit; check current regulations
Bag Limit:1 per year
Size Limit:No size limit

Limited harvest seasons and quotas are in place. A free paddlefish tag is required.

Pallid Sturgeon
Season:Closed
Bag Limit:0
Size Limit:No possession allowed

Pallid Sturgeon are a federally endangered species. Any Pallid Sturgeon caught must be immediately released unharmed.

Lake Sturgeon
Season:Varies by area; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:1 per year
Size Limit:Varies by area; check specific regulations

Lake Sturgeon harvest is highly regulated with specific seasons and areas. Check the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks website for details.

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