Wallace, SD Fishing Trip — October
Your Wallace, SD Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 45°F1.6" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
October Weather in Wallace
60°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
10 Guides Near Wallace
No guides are based in Wallace, 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
Also Consider Fishing In...
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
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.
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