Willow Lake, SD Fishing Trip — September

Your Willow Lake, SD Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 58°F2.7" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CarpGood
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassGood
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

September Weather in Willow Lake

73°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Near Willow Lake

No guides are based in Willow Lake, 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.

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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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may be taken by spearing or archery.

White Bass
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.

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