🐟 What fish can you catch in Mount Vernon?

Most commonly caught species around Mount Vernon , SD : Channel catfish - 134 reported catches Largemouth bass - 132 reported catches Bluegill - 65 reported catches Northern pike - 56 reported catches Common carp - 45 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Mount Vernon fishing reports?

The latest Mount Vernon , SD fishing reports are: @taydenrempfer reported a nice Green sunfish at Hanson Lake . @taydenrempfer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Hanson Lake . @taydenrempfer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Hanson Lake . @taydenrempfer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Hanson Lake . @draidenmeyer reported a nice Rainbow trout at Miller FMA . .

Fishing in Mount Vernon, SD

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?

Anglers in Mount Vernon , SD recommend these top fishing spots: James River , Lake Mitchell , Firesteel Creek .

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

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South Dakota, United States

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Top fish species in Mount Vernon

Latest Mount Vernon fishing reports

Green sunfish

Hanson Lake

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Largemouth bass

Hanson Lake

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Largemouth bass

Hanson Lake

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Largemouth bass

Hanson Lake

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Rainbow trout

Miller FMA

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Miller FMA

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Largemouth bass

Prior Lake CFP

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Largemouth bass

Miller FMA

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

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Fishing regulations in Mount Vernon

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 Channel catfish 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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Channel catfish

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Possession limit is 20

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Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe

Ictalurus punctatus

Regulations for

43°42′45.7″N 98°15′40.3″W

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FAQ about Mount Vernon fishing

Anglers in Mount Vernon, SD recommend these top fishing spots: James River, Lake Mitchell, and Firesteel Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Mount Vernon, SD:

Channel catfish - 134 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 132 reported catches
Bluegill - 65 reported catches
Northern pike - 56 reported catches
Common carp - 45 reported catches

The latest Mount Vernon, SD fishing reports are:

@taydenrempfer reported a nice Green sunfish at Hanson Lake.
@taydenrempfer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Hanson Lake.
@taydenrempfer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Hanson Lake.
@taydenrempfer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Hanson Lake.
@draidenmeyer reported a nice Rainbow trout at Miller FMA.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Mount Vernon, 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: