If you are trolling, troll with the current instead of against it. This of course can vary from area to area. You will have to experiment with the best way to troll.

The bait you use will play a part in how or if you catch the walleye. Use live bait if possible. Leeches and minnows work the best. If you are fishing murky waters, you may want to use some lures with color to attract the walleye. The larger minnows will get you the big walleye. They will inhale the water and bait, which means that they will catch the hook.

Whether you are horizontal or vertical jigging, make sure to find the underwater structures where the baitfish are schooling. The walleye are always going to be close by. Weed beds and rock structures are the first areas to check before going into the deeper waters. If the sun is bright, the walleye are going to be in the deeper waters out of the direct sunlight. There are some times to try fishing for walleye that will show better results.

Fish for walleye in early mornings or right after the sun goes down. The walleye is a bottom feeder and will avoid shallow waters unless there is little to no light shining in the water. If you plan to start your fishing before the sun comes up, you will find the walleye close to the shallow waters. This can be about ten to twenty feet of water in some areas. Follow these tips for walleye fishing in South Dakota and you should have the best time catching the most sought after fish in the country because of its delightful taste.

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