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Smith Bay

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

South Dakota, United States

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Smallmouth bass

16 in · 2 lb

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Northern pike

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Freshwater drum

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Yellow perch

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Channel catfish

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Channel catfish

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General info

Smith Bay is a lake located in Corson County, South Dakota, United States. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish, Smallmouth bass, and Northern pike.

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45°33′59″N 100°29′26.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Smith Bay, SD

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.

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Smith Bay is a lake located in Corson County, South Dakota, United States. Its coordinates are:
45°33′59″N 100°29′26.1″W
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