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The temperatures have fluctuated from day to day the past couple weeks.  The change in weather can cause the ice to fluctuate daily.  With recent winds, there are a few lakes have even opened up.  Because of this, the ice thickness can vary on each lake, with ice heaves showing up periodically.  At this point, we do not recommend truck traffic.  Please use caution, and do not travel alone.  Book your ice-fishing trip today.  Check out our member fishing reports below.

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Ice conditions are not safe.  Continued warm temps, rain and wind are depleting ice quickly.  For current info regarding projected ice out, please call. - Wing N Fin Resort, submitted February 18, 2026

Wing N Fin Resort, Browns Valley, MN:  605-237-8323, www.wingnfintraverse.com

With the recent warm temps, we have been watching the ice conditions.  Accesses are still good, and ice remains quite solid.  Watch for heaves and places there has been accumulations of snow.  Otherwise, still planning on some good fishing in the next couple of weeks.  Seeing more panfish.  Make sure you fish deep enough.  Over 20 feet.  Waubay seems to be the main hot spot.  If you want to put a few miles on and go after the crappies and bluegills, head up to Clear and Roy.  Still alot of fishing left this ice season! - Lynn Lake Lodge, submitted February 17, 2026

Lynn Lake Lodge, Webster:  605-237-0309, www.lynnlakelodge.com

 

 

 

Good crowd this weekend.  However the bite was tough.  Perch were very tough, moving around a lot and skittish.  We did hear good reports on walleye and northern and very good bite on bluegill.  We wouldn't recommend any lakes south of Highway 20.  Even though the ice is 20 inches+ in the northern area, south lakes are starting to see a little honeycombing with soft ice on top.  3-4 inches by the end of the day. A lot of wheelers in use, along with foot traffic.    – Sportsman’s Cove, submitted February 15 2026

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.

Click here to view the Glacial Lakes & Prairies Lake Map.  This map includes all the lakes in northeast South Dakota. 

Click here to view the back of the Glacial Lakes & Prairies Lake Map.  This includes information on each lake, including fish, docks, etc.  (Please note:  may include information that may be out of date)

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For more information on fishing South Dakota State Parks in the Glacial Lakes & Prairies region, visit SD Game, Fish & Parks.

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