Fishing Report
Jones Lake Fishing Report
St. Lawrence, SD
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 18, 2026 at 8:48 AM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
44.465948, -98.948483
Est. water temp
70.3°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: St. Lawrence (Hand County, SD).
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 8 AM (Excellent · 100/100)
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How to catch them at Jones 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
Bluegill fishing report →Northern Pike feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 27% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 8-18 ft
Northern Pike fishing report →
Location
Jones Lake · 44.4659, -98.9485
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What fish are in Jones Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill and Northern Pike in Jones Lake.
When's the best time to fish Jones 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 Jones Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Jones Lake?
Jones Lake is near St. Lawrence, SD, at 44.4659, -98.9485.
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