Sioux Falls, SD Fishing Trip — May

Your Sioux Falls, SD Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip

High 71°F / Low 51°F3" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Paddlefish

Excellent

Paddlefish

Various

Pallid Sturgeon

Good

Pallid Sturgeon

Various

Shovelnose Sturgeon

Good

Shovelnose Sturgeon

Various

Lake Sturgeon

Good

Lake Sturgeon

Various

May Weather in Sioux Falls

71°F

Avg High

51°F

Avg Low

3"

Rainfall

8

Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Sioux Falls + 4 Nearby

Double P Ranch

4.9(83)Top Rated

Kick off your pheasant hunting season in South Dakota at Double P Ranch! Our early-season hunts offer hunting and fishing opportunities, and luxurious accommodations. Book now for an unforgettable South Dakota pheasant hunting experience!

Clark, South Dakota

South Dakota Fishing Guide

We offer lodging near on Lake Poinsett. We also have a resort near the lake by Estelline, South Dakota. Our lodge is near Lake Poinsett, Lake Albert, Oakwood and Bruce.

Estelline, South Dakota

South Dakota Access Guide Service

Prime South Dakota Pheasant hunting in South Dakota! Also offering Walleye & Pike Fishing! Excellent accommodations, food, and dogs with decades of experience.

Northern PikeWalleye

Mitchell, South Dakota

Wild Js Fishing Adventures

Welcome to Wild Js Fishing Adventures located in South Dakota, your source for ice fishing, hunting, fishing and fishing guides

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Dakota Prairie Angling

Watertown, South Dakota

Dakota Prairie Angling is a walleye guide service near Whitlocks Bay on beautiful Lake Oahe. Dakota Prairie Angling also provides ice fishing on northeastern South Dakota glacial lakes.

freshwaterWalleye

Watertown, South Dakota

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

For Inshore Fishing

Performance Fishing Shirt

UPF 50+ long sleeve — stay cool and protected all day

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Sun protection for face and neck that breathes in the heat

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)

Polarized sunglasses

Hat or visor

Weather-appropriate clothing

Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

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)

Bug spray

Rain gear

Light rain jacket

$910

Estimated total for 2 people

$455

per person

Charter $500

Tip $100

Licenses $60

Food $100

Lodging $150

Sioux Falls from ~$150/night

Pickup in Sioux Falls

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Sioux Falls

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises

Snorkeling & Diving

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Wildlife & Nature Tours

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Paddlefish

Pallid Sturgeon

Shovelnose Sturgeon

Lake Sturgeon

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.

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Species Regulations

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.

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.

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.