2024 was a great year on Lakes Oahe, Sharpe and the eastern glacial lakes angling for walleye, perch, crappie, bluegill, and smallmouth bass.
April-June, I was guiding on Lake Sharpe on the Missouri river, finding many walleye and smallmouth bass. May-July was great on Lake Oahe catching many 16"-27" walleye. Lake Thompson and the eastern glacial lakes were good, with a phenomenal pre and post spawn bite for walleye using Lindy rigs with mac blades and/or jigs.
June-September was a great on perch. We had a great year on both perch and bluegill fishing the lakes north of Watertown during these two months, presenting with ultralights and light tackle.
I anticipate 2025 to be another great year fishing the Missouri river and eastern glacial lakes. Call now to plan your 2025 fishing trip.
May 2024 Lake Sharpe SD Fishing Report
Lake Sharpe is on fire producing 40-50 catch & release days on walleye and smallmouth bass.
The bite has been in 17'-27’
Multiple Day Bookings on Lake Sharpe from July to October receive $25/day discount.
Large groups welcomed
Additional Guide boats available
Lodging Packages available
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