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The reservoirs of the Missouri River offer vast expanses of open water along with secluded channels and remote bays. With so much area to explore, Missouri River anglers enjoy uncrowded waters and plenty of fish species to chase. Local fishing guides can be found up and down the river, individual guides as well as resort and group guides. SPECIES Walleye: The most popular fish on the river, it can be found in any area. Catfish: A variety of species live in the Missouri, some favoring the warmer waters of Lewis & Clark lake. Chinook Salmon: Fisheries introduced this variety of salmon to Lake Oahe in recent years. The chinook salmon live in the cold, deep waters of the lake for most of the year, only ranging north in winter. Because of the dams, chinook salmon is only found in Lake Oahe. Northern Pike: This large fish is very common along the Missouri. They are an ambush predator found in vegetation or submerged trees Burbot: This fish loves the big Missouri River reservoirs. They spawn in the fall and are the only freshwater member of the cod family. Largemouth Bass: Abundant in warm water ponds, lakes and impoundments especially those containing submerged vegetation. Small and Bigmouth Buffalo: The largest species in the “sucker” family, and one of the longest-lived, capable of living 127 years. Rainbow Trout: Fisheries stock this trout all along the river. Yellow Perch: Yellow Perch are found statewide in cool water habitats of rivers, lakes and impoundments. MAP, LICENSE, AND REGULATION RESOURCES General Information: (605) 223-7660 Website: gfp.sd.gov Email: Wildinfo@state.sd.us GAME, FISH, & PARKS PUBLICATIONS SD Fishing Handbook 2022 Publications are updated yearly. SCAN HERE FOR OUR FISHING REPORT!
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