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Fishing seems to be picking up in the last week. We are seeing more and more folks using the fish cleaning station after coming off the lake. We have been noticing the perch fishing picking up. All in all, fishing seems to be ramping up. - Lake Poinsett Recreation Area, submitted September 29, 2025
Lake Poinsett Recreation Area, Arlington: (605) 983-5085, www.gfp.sd.gov
All species active, panfish primarily on/around rock structures. Weed areas producing bass. Walleye's are in deeper water 9-11'. Northerns still concentrated in/around cold water inlets. Catfish along shoreline are active. - Wing N Fin Resort, submitted October 3, 2025
Wing N Fin Resort, Browns Valley, MN: 605-237-8323, www.wingnfintraverse.com
Fishing has been pretty consistent. Anglers have to do a lot of sorting but are coming home with limits. The warm temps seem to be staying around for a bit and we have many fishermen still looking for a good perch bite. We are seeing a few perch here and there and the northerns have been a bit more aggressive lately. Duck hunting has opened and so we have seen many successful hunts but also still have the anglers trying to get some boating in before the end of the season! - Lynn Lake Lodge, submitted September 30, 2025
Lynn Lake Lodge, Webster: 605-237-0309, www.lynnlakelodge.com
A real strong bite in the area right now. Waubay, Bitter and Hazelden seeing a lot of 13-16" walleye. Big Stone Lake is doing pretty well on crappie and bluegill and the occasional perch. The perch bite in the region is pretty spotty. Water temps are still a little warm. – Sportsman’s Cove, submitted September 24, 2025
Sportsman's Cove, Webster: 605-345-2468, www.sportsmanscove.net
ATTENTION
Protect our waters from invasive species. Leave all plugs out until you reach the boat ramp. Don't move lake water. That includes bait water.
CLEAN - All plants, animals, and mud from the boat, trailer, and gear.
DRAIN - All water by removing plugs, opening valves, and lowering motors.
DRY - Interior compartments and bilge area with a sponge or towel.
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