Missouri River comes up in 224 of our local species write-ups across 12 South Dakota towns — local anglers most often mention Blue Catfish, Striped Bass, Flathead Catfish here. Below: the 19 charter guides working its access towns, and where to start planning.
Required for ages 16+. Covers all inland and boundary waters. Paddlefish tag separate. Typical cost: Resident: $28 | Non-Resident: $79. On a guided charter your license is often covered under the captain's permit — confirm when booking.