🐟 What fish can you catch in Montrose?

Most commonly caught species around Montrose , SD : Largemouth bass - 752 reported catches Walleye - 557 reported catches Northern pike - 501 reported catches Channel catfish - 451 reported catches Bluegill - 380 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Montrose fishing reports?

The latest Montrose , SD fishing reports are: @Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye . @Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye . @Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye . @Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye . @Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye . .

Fishing in Montrose, SD

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Montrose, South Dakota?

Anglers in Montrose , SD recommend these top fishing spots: East Vermillion Lake , Scotts Slough , Island Lake , East Fork Vermillion River , Twin (Twin Lake) .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Montrose?

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South Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Montrose

Fishing regulations in Montrose

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in South Dakota can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 17th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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Possession limit is 10

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Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

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43°41′59.6″N 97°11′3.8″W

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FAQ about Montrose fishing

Anglers in Montrose, SD recommend these top fishing spots: East Vermillion Lake, Scotts Slough, Island Lake, East Fork Vermillion River, and Twin (Twin Lake).

Most commonly caught species around Montrose, SD:

Largemouth bass - 752 reported catches
Walleye - 557 reported catches
Northern pike - 501 reported catches
Channel catfish - 451 reported catches
Bluegill - 380 reported catches

The latest Montrose, SD fishing reports are:

@Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye.
@Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye.
@Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye.
@Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye.
@Ben.coffee reported a nice Walleye.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Montrose, SD. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: