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Muskellunge / tiger musky fishing rules in SD

Muskellunge / tiger muskyMusky

SD sets official Muskellunge / tiger musky bag limits, size limits, and season dates. See the current numbers below.

Verified Oct 25, 2026 · Official source →
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Rule
All waters statewide are catch and release only for muskellunge and the northern pike-muskellunge (tiger) cross (ARSD 41:07:03:03(5)). No harvest is allowed.
Other species in SD
Catfish (channel/flathead)Northern pikeWalleye (incl sauger/saugeye)Largemouth/smallmouth bass
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