Fishing Report
Elm Lake Fishing Report
Spring Creek Colony, SD
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Nov 2, 2026 at 5:36 PM CST, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
45.882955, -98.690366
Est. water temp
60.5°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 6 PM (Good · 78/100)
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Species detail
How to catch them at Elm Lake
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 6-18 ft
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Location
Elm Lake · 45.8830, -98.6904
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Elm Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill in Elm Lake.
When's the best time to fish Elm Lake?
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Elm Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Elm Lake?
Elm Lake is near Spring Creek Colony, SD, at 45.8830, -98.6904.
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Get the hour-by-hour bite forecast and the best times to fish Elm Lake, scored against live National Weather Service weather for this exact spot — showing what every input contributed and how well the evidence supports it.