Fishing Report
Lake Oliver Fishing Report
Gary, SD
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 18, 2026 at 3:28 PM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
44.719364, -96.474467
Est. water temp
66.3°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Gary (Deuel County, SD).
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 6 PM (Excellent · 98/100)
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How to catch them at Lake Oliver
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
Lake Oliver · 44.7194, -96.4745
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Lake Oliver?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill in Lake Oliver.
When's the best time to fish Lake Oliver?
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 Lake Oliver to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Lake Oliver?
Lake Oliver is near Gary, SD, at 44.7194, -96.4745.
Plan your trip to Lake Oliver
Get the hour-by-hour bite forecast and the best times to fish Lake Oliver, scored against live National Weather Service weather for this exact spot — showing what every input contributed and how well the evidence supports it.